REGISTERED NURSE Date: Jul 29, 2025 Req ID: 51298 Location: West Memphis, AR, US, Crittenden Category: AR DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH Anticipated Starting Salary: 75,245.04 Arkansas Department of Health 4815 W Markham Street Little Rock, AR 72205 Position Number: 22106427 County: Crittenden City: West Memphis Posting End Date: 08/13/25 Division of Local Public Health – Crittenden County Local Public Health Unit *CLASSIFIED AS A SAFETY SENSITIVE POSITION* Additional Preferences: Daily in-state and some out-of-state travel required. A current driver’s license is required. Occasional work, including but not limited to phone calls, outside of standard business hours may be required. BSN in nursing preferred. CPR certification is required. Nursing experience with emphasis in early childhood development and maternity care preferred. Employment is initially approved for one year with subsequent employment based on continued support with federal grant. Exposure to environmental hazards may occur. Position title will be Registered Nurse/Nurse Home Visitor and duties will be making home visits for the Arkansas Department of Health Nurse-Family Partnership. Hiring Official: K. May Recruitment Contact: Sheila.Smith@arkansas.gov - 501 661-2268 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. 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.