Registered Nurse - Surgical ICU

Find your calling at Mercy!

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. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and mercy service standards.

Mercy Fort Smith has undergone a $162 million expansion of its ER and ICU. The ER expanded from 29 to 50 rooms, and the ICU increased from 38 to 64 rooms. The expansion has enabled approximately 25,000 additional patient visits per year. This development allows us to better meet the needs of our community in a world-class environment.

Seeking experienced RN's!

• $10,000 Sign-On Bonus for Full-Time and Part Time (.6 and above) RNs with 1+ Year of RN Experience. (No Contract!)

• No Call!

• 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, Vision & Dental Insurance

• PTO/Vacation Time

• 401(k) Employer-Matched Retirement Funds

• Shift Differentials

• Education: Graduated from a school of nursing (Associate's Degree, Diploma, or BSN).

• Lifestyle/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.

• Experience: Seeking experienced RNs

• Certifications: At least one of the following may be required based on position/unit or certification may be required within the department timeframe.

  • Basic Life Support (BLS) through the American Heart Association
  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
  • NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program)
  • ENPC (Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course)
  • TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course)
  • CPHON (Certified Pediatric/Hematology/Oncology Nurses)
  • OCN (Oncology Certified Nurse)
  • PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
  • PEARS (Pediatric Assessment Recognition and Stabilization)
  • S.T.A.B.L.E. (Six Assessment & Care Modules)
  • C-EFM (Fetal Monitor Certification)
  • Other unit-specific certifications as required

• Position requires the ability to push, pull, and/or lift 50 lbs on a regular basis.

• Position requires prolonged standing and walking during each shift.

• Position requires the ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat to perform duties.

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you ll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you ll grow with us.