Clinical Team Lead (Days)

Mercy; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Clinical Coordinator (RN) to lead daily patient care operations and support nursing staff in Fort Smith, AR. The role focuses on coordinating patient placement, staff assignments, workflow, and unit activities to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

The successful candidate will have an accredited nursing program, active RN licensure, 2+ years of direct patient care, 1 year of charge nurse experience, and current BLS/NRP certifications; BSN is preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Current RN licensure in the applicable state.
• Minimum of 2 years of direct patient care experience as an RN.
• Minimum of 1 year of charge nurse experience.
• Current BLS and NRP certifications.
• BSN preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate patient placement and staff assignments.
• Support nursing staff with patient care, workflow, and unit activities.
• Assist with staff orientation, education, and ongoing training.
• Oversee clinical operations and respond to changes in patient conditions.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and departmental goals.
• Assist with scheduling, staffing, productivity, and resource management.
• Collaborate with leadership on budgeting, staffing, and operational needs.
• Maintain equipment, supplies, and a safe patient care environment.
• Perform direct patient care as needed.

Skills

Patient care coordination

Staff scheduling

Clinical leadership

RN supervision

Education

Accredited nursing program

BSN preferred

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

Assists in planning, coordination, implementation and evaluation of the operations and patient care of designated areas. Serves as clinical resource for staff and patients in the department. Functions as a staff nurse in the Join our team as a Clinical Coordinator (RN) and help lead daily patient care operations while supporting nursing staff and unit performance.

Position Details:

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate patient placement and staff assignments.
• Support nursing staff with patient care, workflow, and unit activities.
• Assist with staff orientation, education, and ongoing training.
• Oversee clinical operations and respond to changes in patient conditions.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and departmental goals.
• Assist with scheduling, staffing, productivity, and resource management.
• Collaborate with leadership on budgeting, staffing, and operational needs.
• Maintain equipment, supplies, and a safe patient care environment.
• Perform direct patient care as needed.

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Current RN licensure in the applicable state of practice.
• Minimum of 2 years of direct patient care experience as a Registered Nurse.
• Minimum of 1 year of charge nurse experience.
• Current BLS and NRP certifications.
• BSN preferred.

Why Mercy?

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.