Registered Nurse- Allergy and Immunization Clinic

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Closing Date:

06/21/2025

Type of Position:

Healthcare ProvidersNo

Job Type:

RegularDay Shift (United States of America)No

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation’s top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance the state and build a better world through education, research, and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, fostering a welcoming climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery, and the spread of new ideas and innovations.

The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation’s strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life.

As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.

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Department:

Patient Carehttps://health.uark.edu/

Summary of Job Duties:

Join our dedicated team at the Allergy, Immunization & Travel (AIT) Clinic, where you’ll play a key role in providing specialized care to students, faculty, and staff.

You’ll independently deliver a variety of clinical services understanding protocols. This includes:

• Administering allergy desensitization injections and managing potential reactions
• Coordinating and delivering any immunizations and other injectable medications
• Conducting tuberculosis screenings and providing treatment if needed
• Offering pre-travel consultations and vaccine guidance for international travel

You’ll collaborate closely with campus departments, the Arkansas Department of Health, and local public health units. Additionally, you’ll be cross trained to support our Primary Medical Clinic, help train new nursing staff and serve as a key member of our essential response team during campus emergencies or closures. Working hours Monday-Friday 8 AM-5PM

Essential Duties:

• Deliver nursing care in accordance with standing orders and clinical guidelines
• Perform patient assessments and administer vaccines and medications
• Provide travel health consultations tailored to destination-specific risks
• Support campus immunization clinics and maintain immunization documentation
• Respond to adverse reactions and perform emergency interventions as needed
• Cross-train and float to other Medical Clinics as needed
• Maintain reliable attendance and positive team collaboration

Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Registered Nurse I ($61,735, commensurate with education and experience):

 

Registered Nurse II ($67,908, commensurate with education and experience):

• Associate Degree in Nursing from an accredited institution of higher education

• At least 2 years of RN experience in an ambulatory or outpatient care setting

Applicable equivalencies may be considered for the above qualifications.

• Current CPR certification

• Active RN license in the State of Arkansas​

• Certification from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) (E.g., Ambulatory Care Nursing). Registered Nurse Licensure that is relevant to the roles and responsibilities of the daily job duties of the position

• Specialized training in college health, primary care, urgent care, or AIT-related services

Preferre​d Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing from an accredited institution of higher education

• Previous ambulatory care or college health experience

• Experience administering adult immunizations

• Prior involvement in travel consults or international health preparation

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities (KSAs):

• Knowledge of tuberculosis testing and follow up of abnormal results

• Knowledge of allergy desensitization protocols and emergency response

• Strong patient interview, communication, and clinical assessment skills

• Proficient skill in administering injections and prioritizing urgent care situations

• Ability to navigate electronic medical records (EMR)

Additional Information:

Why Join the University of Arkansas?

We are committed to fostering a supportive and rewarding workplace where employees can grow professionally while enjoying an excellent work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support the well-being of our employees and their families.

Exceptional Benefits Package
Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance options
Retirement Plans: Up to 10% employer-matching contributions
Paid Time Off: Generous vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays
Tuition Assistance: Education discount for employees and their families
Professional Development: Training programs and career growth opportunities
Work-Life Balance: Flexible work arrangements and family-friendly policies
Wellness Programs: Employee wellness initiatives, gym access, and counseling services

Located in Fayetteville, Arkansas, our campus is consistently ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. Employees enjoy a vibrant culture, low cost of living, and access to outdoor recreation in the stunning Ozark Mountains.

Nurse I - $61,735 (Commensurate with education and experience)
Nurse II - $67,908 (Commensurate with education and experience)Cover Letter/Letter of Application, License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), ResumeProof of Veteran StatusLisa Davis, RN, DON, 479-575-4036 [email protected]

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.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry

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 seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds equal opportunity, educational excellence and unparalleled access for all.

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 orientation, 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:

Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Talking

Frequent Physical Activity:

Feeling, Grasping, Repetitive Motion, Sharps

Occasional Physical Activity:

Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Sitting, Standing, Stooping, Walking

Benefits Eligible:

Yes