Job Description

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Type of Position:

Nursing, Allied Health

Workstudy Position:

No

Job Type:

Regular

Work Shift:

Sponsorship Available:

No

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas at Monticello

UAM, one of twenty campuses of the University of Arkansas System, is located in southeastern Arkansas in the beautiful timberlands, rich in outdoor recreation activities, and approximately 100 miles south of Little Rock. UAM is a comprehensive, residential and commuter, undergraduate institution also offering selected master’s degree programs.

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Department:

Dean of Students

Department's Website:

of Job Duties:

The University Registered Nurse provides comprehensive nursing care, health education, and wellness support to students, contributing to a healthy and safe campus environment. The role blends clinical care, public health coordination, emergency response, and wellness programming, while managing the daily operations of the Randy S. Risher Wellness Center.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Care: Assess and treat minor illnesses and injuries, administer medications, provide first aid and emergency response, maintain confidential medical records, coordinate referrals, and assist students in navigating healthcare resources.

Health Education & Wellness: Lead campus-wide health education initiatives, screenings, prevention programs, and nationally recognized health awareness campaigns.

Collaboration & Partnerships: Work closely with Counseling Services, Residence Life, Athletics, University Police, Academic Affairs, and community healthcare providers to support student wellbeing.

Crisis Response & Safety: Participate in campus emergency response, serve on the Behavior Intervention Team (BIT), and assist with student case management during health or emotional crises.

Public Health & Compliance: Coordinate communicable disease monitoring, COVID and other public health protocols, emergency preparedness, and compliance with state and federal health regulations.

Administrative & Operational Support: Assist with clinic operations, infection control, supply inventory, AED and opioid overdose prevention programs, staff training, reporting requirements, and Workers’ Compensation cases.

University Service: Serve on campus committees supporting student engagement, wellness, and other areas of the campus as needed.

Qualifications:

• Required:Active Arkansas RN license, CPR/BLS certification, and 1–2 years of clinical nursing experience,experience in college healthor work with young adult populations

• Preferred:B achelor ofScience inNursing; community or primary care; public health or wellness programming experience.

Additional Information:

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience.

Required Documents to Apply:

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents:

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please submit all required documents with application.

Recruitment Contact Information:

Jessica L. Foxworth
Associate Vice Chancellor and Dean of Students
870.460.1110
Foxworth@uamont.edu
Student Success Center Suite 201D

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:

Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry, Substance Abuse Testing

The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information 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 preference, 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.

Constant Physical Activity:

Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Repetitive Motion, Sitting

Frequent Physical Activity:

Standing, Talking, Walking

Occasional Physical Activity:

Crouching, Pulling, Reaching

Benefits Eligible:

Yes