RN Care Manager- (Northwest, AR

Position: RN Care Manager- (Northwest, AR)
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** 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
* Baccalaureate Degree, ADN, or Diploma. RN Degree Major:
Registered Nurse.
* Valid Arkansas Registered Nursing License
* Minimum of three (3) years RN experience in a clinical environment with current BLS certification.
* BSN* Care management experience in an Ambulatory setting.
* Experience as a participant in continuous quality improvement.
* Knowledge or experience in PCMH is desired.
* Certification in Case Management (e.g. CCM, ANCC) or obtain within one (1) year of hire date.
* Strong clinical knowledge and experience in managing chronic conditions.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage patients and interdisciplinary teams.
* Proficiency in care coordination and transitional care management.
* Ability to develop and implement patient-centered care plans.
* Knowledge of value-based care principles and program measures.
* Organizational and problem-solving skills to improve care efficiency.
* Commitment to promoting patient wellness and self-management.
* Triage, assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care and patient education via phone or in-clinic using the care management model.
* Develop and manage care plans, assess progress, address barriers, and coordinate care for patients across inpatient and outpatient settings.
* Deliver nursing care aligned with UAMS, ANA, AR State Board of Nursing, and specialty organization standards.
* Evaluate patient progress toward desired outcomes and ensure care meets regulatory and clinical standards.
* Coordinate patient education in collaboration with physician staff.
** Education/Evidence-Based Practice (EBP)/Research/Quality Improvement (QI):
*** Initiate performance improvement and evidence-based practice/research processes.
* Evaluate the quality and effectiveness of nursing practices.
* Integrate current evidence into nursing practices and promote a positive educational environment for students and staff.
* Provide effective patient and family education.
* Engage in unit/department activities and committees, such as the Professional Nursing Organization (PNO).
* Commit to personal and professional growth as a nurse.
* Evaluate performance against professional practice standards and use feedback to improve.
* Maintain clinical competencies specific to the area of practice.

At the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS), we are looking for health care and non-health care professionals who believe in excellence as a way of life. If you think you have the skills and commitment to succeed at the highest level, consider a career at UAMS, the state’s only academic health sciences center. Combining diverse talents and expertise, our employees work together to provide advanced patient care.

We currently have a wide variety of positions available, from patient care to support staff- we may have the perfect position for you.

UAMS rewards its nurses! Statewide opportunities are available in direct patient care, education, and research settings.  We offer Bonus Programs, Hotel Lodging, New Graduate RN Residency and support for Clinical Ladder, National Certification, Shared Governance, and Recognition Programs to name a few. Go to  for more details.

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