RN Neurosurgical ICU Stepdown at Mercy

Mercy Ft Smith -$162 million expansion of its ER and ICU.  ER will expand from 29 to 50 rooms and ICU will increase from 38-64 rooms.  The ER expansion alone will allow for about 25,000 more patient visits per year.  This expansion will allow us to better meet the needs of our community in a world-class environment.

*SIGN ON BONUS AVAILABLE*

$10,000 Sign On Bonus for full-time RNs

with at least 1 year of experience

(NO CONTRACT)

We’re a Little Different

Our mission is clear. We bring to life a healing ministry through our compassionate care and exceptional service.

At Mercy, we believe in careers that match the unique gifts of unique individuals – careers that not only make the most of your skills and talents, but also your heart. Join us and discover why Modern Healthcare Magazine named us in its “Top 100 Places to Work.”

Overview:

Utilizes the nursing process to provide patient care. Maintains professional accountability for provision of patient care for the assigned patients. Evaluates the overall effectiveness of care provided by other direct care givers. Coordinates the patient care in conjunction with other departments. Maintains patient rights and confidentiality of patient information. 

If you would like to connect with a Recruiter for additional questions, please reach out to Alex at Alexandria.Swezey@Mercy.Net. 

Incentives:

• 1+ Years Experienced Nurse Sign on Bonus up to $10,000 for select departments
• Relocation Assistance up to $3,000 per policy
• Stay Premium Program- up to $8/hour based on years of Mercy service
• Education Assistance
• Up to $20,000 Loan Forgiveness for new grad nurses
• Tuition Reimbursement $2,000 per year
• Day-One comprehensive medical, dental & vision insurance
• PTO/Vacation Time 
• Employer-Matched Retirement Funds
• Shift Differentials
• New Increased Weekend Option Differential: $7.50 RN/$5.50 LPN

Qualifications:

• Required Education:Graduated from a school of nursing (Associate's Degree, Diploma, or BSN).
  
• Licensure: Is personally responsible for obtaining, and maintaining, a current RN license within the hiring state and/or compact licensure in which nursing duties are performed and must meet all state board of nursing requirements.
  
• Certifications:Must have American Heart Association Healthcare Provider card or complete a course within probationary period. Must have ACLS and BLS or obtain within 90 days of hire.

We Offer Great Benefits:

Day-one comprehensive health, vision and dental coverage, PTO, tuition reimbursement and employer-matched retirement funds are just a few of the great benefits offered to eligible co-workers, including those working 32 hours or more per pay period!

We’re bringing to life a healing ministry through compassionate care.

At Mercy, our supportive community will be behind you every step of your day, especially the tough ones. You will have opportunities to pioneer new models of care and transform the health care experience through advanced technology and innovative procedures. We’re expanding to help our communities grow. Join us and be a part of it all.

What Makes You a Good Match for Mercy?

Compassion and professionalism go hand-in-hand with us. Having a positive outlook and a strong sense of advocacy is in perfect step with our mission and vision. We’re also collaborative and unafraid to do a little extra to deliver excellent care – that’s just part of our commitment. If that sounds like a good fit for you, we encourage you to apply.

Mercy has determined this is a safety-sensitive position. The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner is an essential function of this job.