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
Management
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.
2025 RN IV/V Portfolio Renewal Schedule
First Quarter
Portfolio Deadline to the CNE: Friday, March 6th, 2026
Review Board Meeting: Tuesday, March 17th, 2026
List of Portfolios Due:
Second Quarter
Portfolio Deadline to the CNE: Friday, June 5th, 2026
Review Board Meeting: Tuesday, June 16th, 2026
List of Portfolios Due:
Third Quarter
Portfolio Deadline to the CNE: Friday, September 4th, 2026
Review Board Meeting: Friday, September 11th, 2026
List of Portfolios Due:
Fourth Quarter
Portfolio Deadline to the CNE: Monday November 23rd, 2026
Review Board Meeting: Friday, December 4th, 2026
List of Portfolios Due: