LPN; Jonesboro

Closing Date: 01/17/2026

Type of Position: Regular

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.

• 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

Recruitment contact: ask recruitment

The University is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. 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.

REP | CS North East Jonesboro

This position is located in Jonesboro, AR.

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is a specifically trained member of the clinic team. The LPN supports the ongoing delivery of care, as identified by the multi-disciplinary scope of practice. The LPN works under the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse, works with the individual patient, their families, and providers of care to implement individual health plans. They provide triage, assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing care and patient education either by telephone or within the UAMS Clinic.

The LPN delivers nursing care according to standards as defined by UAMS, American Nurses Association (ANA), AR State Board of Nursing (ASBN), and nursing specialty organizations. The LPN helps develop the patient’s Plan of Care (POC) per clinic standards utilizing assessment.

• Current and valid LPN license by the State of Arkansas and graduation from an accredited nursing program.
• One (1) year of clinical nursing experience or will consider a new grad with a current license and one year of previous medical experience (MA, PCT, CNA).
• Must have strong organizational skills and computer knowledge.

• Immunization experience.
• CPR certification.
• Ambulatory experience.
• EPIC experience.

• Strong clinical expertise and technique.
• Working knowledge of data processing equipment and applications.
• Attention to communication, oral, written, and persuasive.
• Must be able to build collaborative relationships.
• Possess personal credibility.
• Ability to make independent judgments that have highly significant impacts on the organization.
• Ability to provide motivational support to an area of responsibility.
• Strong customer service orientation.

• Nursing Process – Triage, assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing care and patient education either by telephone or within the UAMS Clinic. Delivers nursing care according to standards as defined by UAMS, ANA, ASBN, and nursing specialty organizations. Helps develop patient’s Plan of Care (POC) per clinic standards utilizing assessment data.
• Nursing Ethics – Decisions and actions are based on ethical principles of the ANA. Practices with compassion and respect for the inherent dignity, worth and uniqueness of every patient without restrictions or prejudice. Demonstrates a commitment to patients and families by…