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Professional Development – RN IV/V

RN IV

Achieving RN IV means the clinical nurse has proven they are an expert in their designated specialty and are going above and beyond their regularly scheduled work hours to improve patient care at UAMS. RN IVs hold a baccalaureate degree or higher in nursing and hold a national certification in their specialty.

Forms

Here are the forms needed to apply to become an RN IV and to Renew once you are an RN IV.

Clinical Expert

  • RN IV New Applicant for Clinical Expert
  • RN IV Renewing for Clinical Expert

 
Management

  • RN IV New Applicant for Management Track
  • RN IV Renewing for Management Track

 

RN V

The RN V role is at the top of the UAMS Clinical Ladder. RN Vs hold a graduate or doctoral degree in nursing and a national certification. RN Vs have proven they are an expert in their designated specialty and are going above and beyond their regularly scheduled work hours to improve patient care.

Forms

Here are the forms needed to apply to become an RN V and to Renew once you are an RN V.

  • RN V New Applicant
  • RN V Renewing

 

RN IV/V Workshops

Workshops are designed to support the professional development of RN IVs and RN Vs through continuing education and leadership activities. Workshops also build comradery for nurses in the role who are dedicated to advancing the practice of nursing and the outcomes of patients.

RN IV/V Workshops
RN IV-RN V Workshop - 11-17-2020

2025 RN IV/V Portfolio Renewal Schedule

First Quarter

Portfolio Deadline to the CNE: Friday, March 14th, 2025

Review Board Meeting: Thursday, March 21st, 1pm to 4pm

List of Portfolios Due: Click here to see 1st Quarter Portfolios Due

Second Quarter

Portfolio Deadline to the CNE: Friday, June 6th, 2025

Review Board Meeting: Monday, June 16th, 1pm to 4pm

List of Portfolios Due: Click here to see 2nd Quarter Portfolios Due

Third Quarter

Portfolio Deadline to the CNE: Friday, September 5th, 2025

Review Board Meeting: Friday, September 12th, 1pm to 4pm

List of Portfolios Due: Click here to see 3rd Quarter Portfolios Due

Fourth Quarter

Portfolio Deadline to the CNE: Monday November 24th, 2025

Review Board Meeting: Monday, December 5th, 1pm to 4pm

List of Portfolios Due: Click here to see 4th Quarter Portfolios Due

 

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