New Graduate Nurse Residency - Fort Smith

Mercy; Fort Smith (AR); Presencial; USD 65.000 - 75.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Loan Forgiveness Available

Tuition Assistance

Premium Pay Program

Shift Differential Pay

Day-one health, vision & dental

Descripción de la vacante

Mercy Fort Smith is offering a New Graduate RN Residency program designed to support newly licensed nurses as they transition from student to confident, independent practitioners. The one-year program provides comprehensive orientation, hands-on clinical training, and ongoing mentorship with experienced preceptors.

Participants rotate through Cardiac, ICU, ED, Labor & Delivery, Med/Surg, NICU, and other units, with day-one benefits and ongoing education to promote critical thinking and

Formación

• Eligible for nursing licensure in Arkansas or compact state.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Less than 12 months of nursing experience.

Responsabilidades

• Participate in a structured nurse residency program with department orientation.
• Engage in hands-on clinical training with experienced preceptors.
• Develop critical thinking and clinical judgment through supervised practice.
• Rotate through departments including Cardiac, ICU, ED, Labor & Delivery, Med/Surg, NICU, and more.
• Meet program milestones and performance expectations over one year.

Conocimientos

New Grad RN

Clinical training

Mentorship

Educación

Nursing degree

Descripción del empleo

Find your calling at Mercy!

Mercy Fort Smith, Arkansas offers a transition-to-practice Nurse residency program designed to support the newly licensed nurses as you transition from student to confident and independent professional nursing practice. This structured, evidence-based program offers comprehensive and individualized department orientation, hands-on clinical training and ongoing mentorship to ensure a smooth and successful entry into your professional career. The program provides collaboration with experienced preceptors, targeted educational sessions, and a supportive environment that fosters critical thinking, clinical judgment, and professional growth.

Position Details:

Mercy Fort Smith

New Graduate RN Residency

Key Details

Program Start Date: We have residency cohorts starting on the upcoming dates:

• February 15, 2027

Duration:The program lasts one year, providing extensive support and training to help new nurses navigate their first year in practice and prepare them for a lasting and fulfilling professional career.

Opportunities:We provide new graduate placement within the following departments:

• Cardiac
• Critical Care/ICU Stepdown
• Critical Care/Medical ICU
• Emergency Department
• Labor & Delivery
• Medical Surgical
• Medical/Telemetry
• Mother/Baby
• Neuro
• NICU
• Observation
• Oncology
• Ortho

Eligibility:

• Required Experience - 12 months or less of nursing experience
• Required Education - Nursing Degree from an accredited school
• License – Temporary Nursing Arkansas license or nursing compact license
• Certifications – Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association

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!

• $20,000 Loan Forgiveness Available
• Up to $2,000 annually in Tuition Assistance
• Eligible for Premium Pay Program
• Shift Differential Pay

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.