APRN - TOSH OR Pre-optimization Nurse Practitioner

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11/29/2026

Type of Position

Clinical Staff - Nursing

Job Type: Regular

Work Shift

Day Shift (United States of America)

Sponsorship Available

No

Institution Name

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.

• UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):
• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

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Department: ICE | PCPHSL PC APRN

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Summary of Job Duties

The TOSH OR Pre-optimization Nurse Practitioner works collaboratively with a physician and multidisciplinary health team to provide comprehensive preoperative medical evaluation and optimization for adult patients. The role focuses on detailed clinical assessments, risk identification, treatment planning, patient education, and coordinated multidisciplinary preparation to ensure patients are medically ready for surgery.

Minimum Qualifications

Master's Degree in Nursing – Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP) or Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) PLUS Two years of RN experience.

One year of Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP) or Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) experience.

• Licensed Registered Nurse in Arkansas
• Arkansas APRN License, or eligible for licensure.
• Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP) or Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) certification

Preferred Qualifications

• Four years of RN experience.
• Two years of Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP) or Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) experience.
• Obtain prescriptive authority and a DEA license after hire.
• Pre-optimization clinic experience.

Qualifications Equivalencies

Additional Information

Responsiblities:

Extend the patient care and administrative services of the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences physicians.

Provide comprehensive health assessments, determine diagnoses, implement treatment plans, prescribe medical treatments, and manage health issues for patients in collaboration with the designated physician(s).

Work autonomously, as well as in collaboration with a variety of individuals to diagnose and manage patients' health care problems; and will serve as a health care resource, interdisciplinary consultant, and patient advocate.

Coordinate the multidisciplinary care of patients, facilitating all necessary consults, assuring that care is timely and appropriate.

Other duties as assigned.

Salary Information

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply

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

Optional Documents

Proof of Veteran Status

Special Instructions to Applicants

Recruitment Contact Information

Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements

Annual TB Screening, Criminal Background Check, Substance Abuse Testing

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law.

Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Constant Physical Activity

Feeling, Grasping, Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Repetitive Motion, Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking

Frequent Physical Activity

Crouching, Kneeling, Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Sharps, Stooping

Occasional Physical Activity

Balancing, Climbing, Crawling

Benefits Eligible

Yes