LPN

University of Arkansas System

Licensed Practical Nurse at UAMS Fort Smith Family Medical Center providing patient care. This role involves working under supervision and contributing to nursing care for patients.

Posted 7/31/2026full-timeFort Smith • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong clinical knowledge and technique in direct patient care, adhering to Arkansas Nurse Practice Act and UAMS policies. Capable of effective patient advocacy, education, and building collaborative relationships while maintaining a strong customer service orientation.

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Current Arkansas Licensed Practical Nurse LicenseOne Year Clinical Nursing ExperienceStrong Clinical Knowledge and TechniqueCurrent CPR CertificationPatient Advocacy and Education Skills

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Hard Skills

Basic Medical TerminologyVital Signs MeasurementMedication AdministrationIntravenous Fluid InitiationSample Collection and Laboratory TestingPatient Care and TreatmentCharting and ReportingInventory ManagementPatient Care Guidelines AdherenceClinical Judgment

Soft Skills

Attention to CommunicationCollaborative Relationship BuildingCustomer Service OrientationPersonal CredibilityMotivational Support

Tools & Technologies

Office MachinesPrintersFax MachinesScannersComputer Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Current Arkansas Licensed Practical Nurse LicenseCurrent CPR Certification

Industry Keywords

Direct Patient CareNurse Practice ActUAMS PoliciesPatient AdvocacyCare ManagementImmunization RegistryPCMH ExperienceClinical EnvironmentPatient EducationTeamwork

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Direct patient care within the limits of the Nurse Practice Act of the State of Arkansas, UAMS policies, procedures, and standards.
Accountable for adhering to UAMS care guidelines.
Observe patients, charting, and reporting changes in patients’ conditions.
Provide basic care and treatment of patients.
Administer prescribed medications and start intravenous fluids.
Measure and record the patient’s vital signs.
Assist patients in standing, walking, bathing, dressing, and moving in bed.
Supervise nurses’ aides and assistants.
Answer the patient’s call and determine how to assist them.
Collect samples such as blood, urine, and sputum from patients and perform routine laboratory tests on samples.
Clean rooms and make beds.
Inventory and requisition supplies and instruments.
Record food and fluid intake and output.
Models the Core Values of UAMS – Integrity, Respect, Diversity, Teamwork, Creativity, and Excellence in compliance with company guidelines.
Performs related responsibilities as required or assigned.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum Qualifications
High School, GED, or formal educational equivalent.
Graduate of an accredited Licensed Practical Nurse program.
One (1) year of work experience in clinical nursing
Current Arkansas Licensed Practical Nurse license
Current CPR certification
Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills: Strong clinical knowledge and technique.
Knowledge of basic medical terminology required
Strong patient advocacy and patient education skills.
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 the area of responsibility.
Strong customer service orientation.
Intermediate computer skills.
Professional and courteous telephone etiquette.
General knowledge of office machines, including printers, fax machines, and scanners.
Preferred Qualifications
Two (2) years of work experience in a clinical environment with direct patient care
Associates Degree in Nursing.
Good working knowledge of the state immunization registry, care manager.
PCMH experience and care management experience.

Benefits

Comp & perks

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