Nurse Educator

Sponsorship Available:

No

Institution Name:
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.
 

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only ):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.  To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

At UAMS we value Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. Visit our website to learn more: https://ddei.uams.edu/

For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at [email protected] .

Department:
COM tendersglobal.net IDHI Stroke Education Program

Department’s Website:

Summary of Job Duties:
This Nurse Educator works under the direction of the IDHI Stroke Program Director of Operations and is responsible to translate and provide leadership in the area of evidenced based care of acute ischemic stroke patients to hospital emergency department staff and pre-hospital agencies. Leadership in pre-hospital and emergency care of stroke patients to national, regional, and state level associations, agencies and committees, the AR Stroke Task force, individual EMS agencies, and out-of-state peers is required.

Qualifications:

• Associate Degree Nursing plus five (5) years experience as an educator/instructor or RN.
• Plus three (3) years of Emergency or Critical Care experience plus , two (2) years leadership (charge nurse, nurse management or other leadership experience) 2 years Paramedic
• Must maintain dual license as RN and Paramedic.
• Must have a full understanding of EMS levels of practice and the AR EMS System of care. 
• Requires overnight travel 2-3 days per week.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree Nursing plus five (5) years RN, 3+ years Emergency or Critical Care, 2+ years leadership (charge nurse, nurse management or other leadership experience) 5+ years Paramedic
• Must maintain dual license as RN and Paramedic.

Additional Information:

Responsibilities

• Maintains IDHI Stroke Program training and clinical protocols keeping all current with best practices. Continually evaluates the IDHI Stroke Program to address identified deficiencies/learning needs within program hospitals, telemedicine facilities and EMS services. Understands and assures the use of appropriate IDHI Stroke Program clinical education initiatives and imparts this knowledge to hospital faculty/staff across Arkansas as appropriate.

• Identifies barriers or concerns which interfere with the learning process and suggest alternatives for resolution. Develops curriculum to align with all levels of EMS scope of practice (unlicensed First Responder; EM Responder; EM Technician; Advanced EMT; Paramedic) in the assessment, management, and care of acute ischemic stroke (AIS) patients. Understands and assures the use of appropriate clinical education and tailors the skill-based education/training as appropriate under the Arkansas Department of Health EMS Rules and Regulations Develops process for quality improvement of the care of stroke patients from the first medical contact (EMS) to treatment within the ED to hospital admission.

• Maintains IDHI Stroke Program training and clinical protocols keeping all current with best practices. Continually evaluates the IDHI Stroke Program to address identified deficiencies/learning needs within program hospitals and telemedicine facilities.

• Conducts quality reviews of live tele-stroke consult calls and monthly mocks and provides feedback to the Nurse Facilitator for areas of improvement with the NIHSS assessment and the administration of thrombolytics.

•  Collaborates with hospital Emergency Department (ED) providers to integrate EMS within their health care team.

• Participates in outreach activities for the IDHI Stroke Program and projects and is responsible for site visits with assigned hospitals to review AHA AIS treatment time targets and identify opportunities for improvement within that facility/EMS. Hospital site visits will include a review of all contract deliverables.

•  Other duties as assigned.

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents:

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, Curriculum Vitae, Letters of Recommendation, License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), List of five Professional References (name, email, business title), Proof of Veteran Status, Unofficial/Official Transcript(s)

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Recruitment Contact Information:

Please contact [email protected]  for any recruiting related questions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
Annual TB Screening, Criminal Background Check, Substance Abuse Testing

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity.  The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. 

Constant Physical Activity:
Hearing, Sitting, Standing, Talking

Frequent Physical Activity:
Crouching, Driving, Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Repetitive Motion

Occasional Physical Activity:
Lifting, Stooping

Benefits Eligible:
Yes