Washington Regional Nursing Jobs and Careers

Registered Nurse - Emergency (Full-Time, 2pm-2am)

Organization Overview, Mission, Vision, and Values Our mission is to improve the health of people in the communities we serve through compassionate, high-quality care, prevention, and wellness education . Washington Regional Medical System is a community-owned, locally governed, non-profit health care system located in Northwest Arkansas in the heart of Fayetteville, which is consistently ranked among the Best Places to live in the country. Our 425-bed medical center has been named the #1 hospital in Arkansas for five consecutive years by U.S. News & World Report. We employ 3,200+ team members and serve the region with over 40 clinic locations, the region’s only Level II trauma center, and five Centers of Excellence - the Washington Regional J.B. Hunt Transport Services Neuroscience Institute ; Washington Regional Walker Heart Institute ; Washington Regional Women and Infants Center ; Washington Regional Total Joint Center ; and Washington Regional Pat Walker Center for Seniors . Position Summary The role of the Registered Nurse reports to the Director of Nursing. This position is responsible for coordinating and ensuring the total nursing care of assigned patients including assessment, planning, implementation, and documentation. This position is responsible for delegating to and supervising the job classes of student nurse, ED Tech II, phlebotomists, paramedics, and unit secretaries. If in the role of clinical coordinator will be responsible for delegating to other RNs. This position assists in the orientation of new staff and clinical supervision of EMT, paramedic, and nursing students. This position assists in achieving patient quality of care, national patient safety, regulatory agency, and budgetary goals. Essential Position Responsibilities Perform a comprehensive and accurate patient assessment using evidence-based assessment tools Provides nursing care according to plan and undertakes clinical practice skills in a competent and safe manner Identifies changes in patient condition and reports to appropriate providers in a timely manner Initiates and monitors care that patients receive Maintains patients’ medical records through complete and accurate documentation Evaluates patient needs and communicates to care team as appropriate Qualifications Education: Must be a graduate of an accredited nursing program Licensure and Certifications: Arkansas Registered Nurse license & CPR, required. ACLS within 90 days of hire, required. PALS within 90 days of hire, required. This position requires a moderate sedation and dysrhythmia course, and TNCC within 12 months of date of hire or transfer. National Certification and ASLS are encouraged. Experience: Previous experience in an acute care setting, preferred. Work Environment : This position has exposure to body fluids, radiation, and communicable disease. This position spends the majority of time standing and/or walking of short distances, with frequent pushing, pulling, and lifting of up to 100lbs as well as occasional carrying of up to 25 lbs. This position will serve a culturally and linguistically diverse patient population including infants, pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics, with the majority being adults and geriatrics.

Nurse Manager - Springdale Dialysis (Salaried, Full time)

Washington Regional Springdale, AR

Organization Overview, Mission, Vision, and Values Our mission is to improve the health of people in the communities we serve through compassionate, high-quality care, prevention, and wellness education. Washington Regional Medical System is a community-owned, locally governed, non-profit health care system located in Northwest Arkansas in the heart of Fayetteville, which is consistently ranked among the Best Places to live in the country. Our 425-bed medical center has been named the #1 hospital in Arkansas for five consecutive years by U.S. News & World Report. We employ 3,200+ team members and serve the region with over 45 clinic locations, the area’s only Level II trauma center, and five Centers of Excellence - the Washington Regional J.B. Hunt Transport Services Neuroscience Institute ; Washington Regional Walker Heart Institute ; Washington Regional Women and Infants Center ; Washington Regional Total Joint Center ; and Washington Regional Pat Walker Center for Seniors . Position Summary The role of the Nurse Manager reports to the Director of Clinical Services. This position is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day coordination of nursing staff and aides. This position will participate in direct patient care. Essential Position Responsibilities Oversee day-to-day workflow in the clinic as it relates to patient care Provide ongoing training to nursing staff Obtain patient vitals and update patient medical history while inputting data collected into the electronic medical records system Prepare patients for various procedures and/or examinations and assist physicians, as needed Refill provider-authorized medications via electronic, fax or phone as authorized and appropriate Provide direction, support, and counseling regarding medical therapies and medications as directed by the physician Assist patient by providing direction, support, and counseling regarding medical therapies and medications as directed by the physician Serve as patient liaison and advocate, as needed Ensure patients have received all necessary educational materials Schedule surgeries and various diagnostic tests and provide scheduled dates to the patient Qualification Education : Graduate of an accredited nursing program Licensure and Certifications : Valid registered nurse license and CPR, required. Experience : Previous experience in a dialysis setting, required. Work Environment: This position will spend 80% of time standing and/or walking while pushing, pulling, lifting, and/or carrying up to 50 lbs. This position will spend 20% of time sitting while performing work in a standard office environment.

RN

Full-time

4 days ago

Quality Nurse Specialist (Salaried/Full-time)

Washington Regional Fayetteville, AR

Organization Overview, Mission, Vision, and Values Our mission is to improve the health of people in the communities we serve through compassionate, high-quality care, prevention, and wellness education . Washington Regional Medical System is a community-owned, locally governed, non-profit health care system located in Northwest Arkansas in the heart of Fayetteville, which is consistently ranked among the Best Places to live in the country. Our 425-bed medical center has been named the #1 hospital in Arkansas for six consecutive years by U.S. News & World Report. We employ 3,200+ team members and serve the region with over 40 clinic locations, the region’s only Level II trauma center, and five Centers of Excellence - the Washington Regional J.B. Hunt Transport Services Neuroscience Institute ; Washington Regional Walker Heart Institute ; Washington Regional Women and Infants Center ; Washington Regional Total Joint Center ; and Washington Regional Pat Walker Center for Seniors . Position Summary Reporting directly to the Director, Quality & Research, the Quality Nurse Specialist supports hospital-wide quality improvement through clinical expertise, data analysis, and interdisciplinary collaboration. This position reviews and interprets clinical performance data while monitoring and maintaining data submissions, in collaboration with other quality team members, for the facility's quality management software. Additionally, the role ensures compliant regulatory reporting to CMS and Joint Commission, as well as fulfillment of value-based care requirements. The Quality Nurse Specialist partners with providers, nursing leaders, and operational teams to identify opportunities and implement sustainable improvements in clinical processes, patient outcomes, and care delivery. Essential Position Responsibilities Responsible for supporting and advancing the hospital’s inpatient clinical quality Works in partnership with director of quality, manager of quality, and chief medical officer (CMO) to identify clinical focus points Monitors and identifies clinical quality measures, facilitates evidence-based interventions, and evaluates outcomes Primary focus on inpatient clinical quality measures including sepsis, total hip arthroplasty and total knee arthroplasty, and other measures as determined by director and CMO Understands the components of data abstraction as it relates to identified clinical quality measures from a quality department requirement Serves as a bridge between clinical practice and quality data Maintain assigned clinical quality data to improve quality measures and enhance public reputation. Ensures data is timely, complete, accurate, and consistent with applicable measure definitions, technical specifications, and submission requirements. Support inpatient teams in establishing baseline performance, selecting measures, monitoring interventions, and evaluating the effectiveness and sustainability of improvement efforts. Participate in clinical case reviews, performance improvement meetings, quality committees, and service-line workgroups as assigned. Assist with development and implementation of evidence-based clinical practices, standardized workflows, creating clinical pathways, education, and tools designed to reduce variation and improve outcomes. Maintain current knowledge of clinical quality measures, quality improvement methods, and applicable regulatory and accreditation expectations. Support the development of standardized workflows, clinical practices, education, and tools that reduce variation and promote reliable, high-quality care. Qualifications Education : Must be a graduate of an accredited nursing program Licensure and Certifications : RN license, required. CPHQ and/or CPPS, preferred. Experience : Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience required. Minimum 2 years of experience in Quality Assurance, Risk, Infection Control, Clinical Audit, or Utilization will be considered in lieu of clinical experience. Work Environment: This position will spend 80% of time sitting while performing work in a standard office environment. This position will spend 20% of time standing and/or walking while pushing, pulling, lifting, and/or carrying up to 50 lbs.

Registered Nurse - Main Operating Room (WEO, Friday - Sunday 6:30pm-7:00am)

Washington Regional Fayetteville, AR

Organization Overview, Mission, Vision, and Values Our mission is to improve the health of people in the communities we serve through compassionate, high-quality care, prevention, and wellness education . Washington Regional Medical System is a community-owned, locally governed, non-profit health care system located in Northwest Arkansas in the heart of Fayetteville, which is consistently ranked among the Best Places to live in the country. Our 425-bed medical center has been named the #1 hospital in Arkansas for five consecutive years by U.S. News & World Report. We employ 3,200+ team members and serve the region with over 40 clinic locations, the region’s only Level II trauma center, and five Centers of Excellence - the Washington Regional J.B. Hunt Transport Services Neuroscience Institute ; Washington Regional Walker Heart Institute ; Washington Regional Women and Infants Center ; Washington Regional Total Joint Center ; and Washington Regional Pat Walker Center for Seniors . Position Summary The role of the Registered Nurse – Operating Room (the “OR”) reports to the Surgery Manager (RN). This position provides comprehensive perioperative care to patients before, during, and after surgery. This position is responsible for preparing the OR and equipment, assisting the surgical team by passing instruments, monitoring patient vital signs, and managing postoperative recovery. This position must possess a strong understanding of surgical procedures, critical thinking skills, and excellent communication to collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other staff members. Essential Position Responsibilities Evaluate patient health, discuss the procedure, and alleviate concerns. Prepare the patient for surgery, which may include administering medications, starting IVs, and verifying the surgical site. Ensure the operating room is sterile, clean, and fully stocked with necessary instruments and equipment. Continuously monitor the patient's vital signs and anesthesia throughout the procedure. Assist the surgeon and other medical staff by passing instruments and supplies as needed. Maintain a sterile field and adhere to infection control protocols to prevent contamination. Provide and monitor care as the patient recovers from anesthesia. Educate patients and their families on post-operative care instructions and follow-up requirements. Maintain accurate and detailed patient records, including surgical logs and care plans. Work closely with surgeons and other surgical staff effectively communicating with the surgical team to ensure optimal patient care. Coordinate with the healthcare team for a smooth transition to the next phase of care Assist in the transfer of patients to the recovery area. Participate in cleaning and preparing the OR for the next case assisting with post-operative cleanup. Qualifications Education: Graduate from an accredited nursing program. Licensure and Certifications : Active and unencumbered RN license & CPR required. ACLS and PALS are required within 90 days of date of hire or transfer. Experience: Previous nursing experience or experience in an operating room, preferred. Work Environment: This position will spend 80% of time standing and/or walking while pushing, pulling, lifting, and/or carrying up to 50 lbs. while performing work in an operating room. This position will spend 20% of time sitting while performing work in a surgical environment. This position is exposed to body fluids, radiation and communicable disease. This position serves a culturally and linguistically diverse patient population

Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) - PACE of the Ozarks (Full-time, Monday - Friday)

Washington Regional Springdale, AR

Organization Overview, Mission, Vision, and Values Our mission is to improve the health of people in the communities we serve through compassionate, high-quality care, prevention, and wellness education. Washington Regional Medical System is a community-owned, locally governed, non-profit health care system located in Northwest Arkansas in the heart of Fayetteville, which is consistently ranked among the Best Places to live in the country. Our 425-bed medical center has been named the #1 hospital in Arkansas for five consecutive years by U.S. News & World Report. We employ 3,200+ team members and serve the region with over 45 clinic locations, the area’s only Level II trauma center, and five Centers of Excellence - the Washington Regional J.B. Hunt Transport Services Neuroscience Institute ; Washington Regional Walker Heart Institute ; Washington Regional Women and Infants Center ; Washington Regional Total Joint Center ; and Washington Regional Pat Walker Center for Seniors . Position Summary The role of the Certified Nursing Aide reports clerically to the Center Manager. This position, under supervision of the Registered Nurse is responsible for assisting with living and safety needs of PACE participants. This position collaborates with various members of the participants care team to ensure safe quality care. Essential Position Responsibilities Attend daily meetings and scheduled interdisciplinary team meetings to represent dayroom and direct care staff in participant discussions Meet participant’s personal hygiene and basic care needs in a timely, safe and caring manner Assist participants with activities of daily living, such as showering, feeding, ambulation, toileting and other activities Respond to call lights promptly and fulfills participants’ requests or obtains appropriate assistance Obtain vital signs and record in electronic medical record Collect data and record activity and participant care information within the electronic medical record and ensures information is accurate, timely and recorded according to established guidelines Observe participants for emotional, behavioral, physical changes in condition including but not limited to any changes in mood, skin integrity, bowel and bladder status, food and fluid intake, speech, ambulation and transfer ability and report changes in participant status to the clinic personnel according to policy requirements Assist with meal service in providing food and drink for participants, assisting with feeding as needed. Refer to and follow dietary orders for participant meals Follow and assist with emergency procedures of PACE center Assist with transfer and follows transfer and ambulation order of participants Ensure participants are comfortable and privacy is maintained in all interactions, including other participants and staff Function as a member of the interdisciplinary team and collaborate regarding care planning and service allocation decisions, as appropriate Complete all documentation requirements in the medical record in a timely fashion; according to policy Support quality improvement efforts Protect privacy and maintain confidentiality of employee, participant, and sensitive agency information Qualifications Education: High School Diploma or GED Licensure and Certifications: CPR, required. Certification as Nursing Assistant, required. Valid Arkansas Drivers License and auto insurance, required. Experience: Minimum of one-year experience working with frail and elderly population, required. One-year experience within a hospital, home care or nursing facility preferred. “Comparable experience” should include skills such as 1) Temperature, Pulse and Respirations (TPR); 2) Blood pressure (BP); 3) bed baths/showers; and 4) Activities of Daily Living (ADL). Work Environment: This position spends 80% of time standing and/or walking while pushing, pulling, lifting, and/or carrying up to 50 lbs. This position spends 20% of time sitting while performing work in a standard office environment. This position has exposure to communicable disease and body fluids.