PRN RN - PRI Inpatient Units

Closing Date

01/30/2026

Temporary (Fixed Term)

Shift Vary (United States of America)

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS)

ICE | BHSL PRN Clinical Staff

The Registered Nurse (RN) in the Psychiatric Research Institute (PRI) consistently provides effective direct care to a variety of patients, works as part of the interdisciplinary team, based on licensure, title and competencies.

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program with an Associate's Degree in Nursing, Nursing Diploma, Bachelor's Degree in Nursing, or Master's Degree in Nursing
• Minimum 1 year of Registered Nurse experience
• Current and valid Registered Nurse license in the State of Arkansas
• Excellent communication skills, basic computer skills, strong work ethic and accountability

• 2 or more years of Registered Nurse experience
• Current BLS certification

• The RN seeks, as well as provides, feedback for improved clinical practice. The RN integrates theory and research into clinical practice.
• The RN provides leadership to members of the nursing team in order to maintain patient care standards.
• The RN works under the direct supervision of the Clinical Services Manager (CSM). Promotion is based on years of experience, satisfactory performance appraisals and recommendation by manager.
• Employee must successfully complete a UAMS-sponsored conflict management training to identify, prevent, and mitigate disruptive behaviors using methods such as non-escalation, de-escalation, personal protection from physical assaults, and physical alternatives within six months of hire.
• PRI Inpatient Units include the General Adult Inpatient Unit, the Women's Unit, the Child Diagnostic Unit, and the Interventional Hospital-Based Clinic.

• 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

Stand:
Frequently

Sit:
Occasionally

Walk:
Frequently

Bend, crawl, crouch, kneel, stoop or reach overhead:
Occasionally

Lift and carry weight: 25 lbs

Push and pull weight: 25 lbs

Use hands to touch, handle or feel:
Frequently

Talk:
Continuously

Hear:
Continuously

Taste or smell:
Occasionally

Read, concentrate, think analytically:
Continuously

Inside Medical Facility Environment

Noise Level: Moderate

Visual Requirements:
Color discrimination, Depth perception, Far visual acuity, Near visual acuity

Hazards:
Biological, Chemical, Dust, Electrical, Fumes/Gases/Odors, Radiation, Sharp objects/tools

Commensurate with education and experience

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

Please contact ask recruitment for any recruiting related questions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site:

Please do not send materials to the listed recruitment contact.

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.

The University of Arkansas 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.

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