ICU Stepdown RN — $10k Sign-On Bonus

Mercy; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Medical benefits

Tuition support

Retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy in Fort Smith, AR is seeking an RN to provide patient care in the 3300 ICU Stepdown unit. Responsibilities include applying the nursing process, coordinating care, and safeguarding patient rights and confidentiality.

The unit serves cardiovascular and neurosurgical patients with a 4:1 nurse-to-patient ratio. A $10,000 sign-on bonus is available for full-time RNs, with required BLS/ACLS certifications or courses within 90 days of hire.

Qualifications

• RN licensure in the hiring state or compact licensure.
• American Heart Association Healthcare Provider card or course within probation.
• ACLS and BLS required or obtained within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes the nursing process to provide patient care and maintain rights and confidentiality.
• Evaluates care effectiveness and coordinates patient care with other departments.
• Maintains professional accountability and aligns with Mercy Standards.

Skills

Cardiac assessment

Neurological assessment

NIHSS competency

BLS/ACLS certified

Education

RN education: AD/Diploma/BSN

Job description

Mercy in Fort Smith, AR is seeking an RN to provide patient care in the 3300 ICU Stepdown unit. Responsibilities include applying the nursing process, coordinating care, and safeguarding patient rights and confidentiality.

The unit serves cardiovascular and neurosurgical patients with a 4:1 nurse-to-patient ratio. A $10,000 sign-on bonus is available for full-time RNs, with required BLS/ACLS certifications or courses within 90 days of hire.