REGISTERED NURSE

Arkansas Department of Health

4815 W Markham Street

Little Rock, AR  72205

 

Position Number: 22109441

County:  Pulaski           City:  Little Rock

Posting End Date:  03/13/25

Division for Local Public Health – Pulaski County Central Region Health Unit

 

*CLASSIFIED AS A SAFETY SENSITIVE POSITION*

 

Additional Preferences:

 

Frequent in-state travel to work in other local health units may be required.  Occasional out-of-state travel may be required. A valid driver’s license is required.

 

Position may be housed in any of the following Central Region counties:

Faulkner, Garland, Grant, Lonoke, Perry, Pulaski, or Saline.

 

Some after-hours work and weekend work for special clinics may be required.

 

CPR certification is required.

 

Experience working with Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, and Outlook) preferred.

 

Experience working with electronic health records preferred.

 

At least two (2) years of Public Health Nursing experience in a Local Health Unit setting preferred.

 

This position will serve as the Communicable Disease Nurse Specialist (CDNS).

 

This position may be eligible for additional salary considerations.  (To be discussed at the interview).

 

 

Hiring Official:  E. Crutchfield

Recruitment Contact:  Sheila.Smith@arkansas.gov  - 501 661-2268

The mission of the Department of Health is to protect and improve the health and well-being of all Arkansans.

Position Information

Class Code: L038C

Grade: MP01

FLSA Status: EXEMPT

Salary Range: $63,830.00 - $96,864.00

Summary

The Registered Nurse is responsible for providing direct patient care and the provision of other patient services in a clinical setting. This position is governed by state and federal laws, and agency/institution policy.

Functions

Records medical and family history of patients and current medication usage, conducts physical examinations, and monitors vital signs. Develops and updates patient care plan for completion of treatment goals. Reviews patient charts for physician orders, progress notes, and physical complaints. Consults with physicians concerning problem cases, provides assistance with case management, and refers patients to appropriate clinic or agency for treatment. Responds to emergency or life-threatening situations and administers appropriate treatment. Counsels and instructs patients and family members on proper care and use of medication and medical equipment, modifies care plan according to patient's progress, and informs of available services, if providing care in the home or hospital. Instructs individuals, families, and other groups regarding health issues, such as preventive care, nutrition, and childcare. Arranges for immunizations, blood pressure testing, and other health screening. Works with community leaders, teachers, parents, and physicians in community health education. May supervise daily activities of licensed practical nurses and nursing aides. Performs other duties as assigned.

Dimensions

May be required to work rotating shifts or hours other than normal working hours or to be on call.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of professional nursin