REGISTERED NURSE

apartment State of Arkansas location_onMarianna, AR 72360, US

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Arkansas Department of Health

4815 W Markham Street

Little Rock, AR 72205

Position Number: 22106503

County: Lee City: Marianna

Posting End Date: 02/24/26

Division of Local Public Health – Lee County Local Health Unit

*CLASSIFIED AS A SAFETY SENSITIVE POSITION*

Additional Preferences:

Frequent state and regional travel to work in other Local Health Clinics required. Occasional out-of-state travel may be required for training purposes. Must have a valid driver’s license.

Occasional work outside of standard business hours may be required.

CPR certification required.

Experience working with electronic health records preferred.

Experience working with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook preferred.

Exposure to environmental hazards may occur.

Hiring Official: K. Higginbotham

The mission of the Department of Health is to protect and improve the health and well-being of all Arkansans.

Position Information

Job Series: Nurses – Career-path

Classification: Registered Nurse

Class Code: MNU06P

Pay Grade: MED05

Salary Range: $75,245 - $111,363

Job Summary

Registered Nurses (RNs) provide direct patient care in a variety of healthcare settings, including hospitals, clinics, and community health programs. RNs assess patient health, develop care plans, administer treatments, and collaborate with other healthcare professionals to deliver high-quality care.

Primary Responsibilities

Assess patient health, monitor vital signs, and document patient progress. Administer prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with medical orders. Develop, implement, and update patient care plans. Educate patients and families on health conditions and wellness practices. Participate in multidisciplinary care teams to plan and implement care strategies. Maintain accurate patient records and comply with health regulations.

Knowledge and Skills

Knowledge of nursing principles, practices, and procedures. Ability to perform physical assessments and recognize changes in patient condition. Proficiency in administering medications and treatments safely. Strong communication skills for patient interaction and team collaboration. Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Minimum Qualifications

Current Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in Arkansas.

Satisfaction of the minimum qualifications, including years of experience and service, does not entitle employees to automatic progression within the job series. Promotion to the next classification level is at the discretion of the department and the Office of Personnel Management, taking into consideration the employee’s demonstrated skills, competencies, performance, workload responsibilities, and organizational needs.

Licensure/Certifications

N/A OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.

The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.

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