Registerd Nurse - Regional Float Pool - FT Days

Mercy; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Fort Smith seeks an experienced Regional Resource Registered Nurse for its Float Pool. This full-time role involves delivering compassionate care across multiple departments, including Med Surg and Critical Care. Ideal candidates will have a current Arkansas RN license and at least 2 years of acute care experience. Benefits include medical coverage, tuition support, and retirement plans for those working 32+ hours per pay period. Join us to help shape the future of healthcare through innovation and compassion.

Qualifications

• Current Arkansas RN license required.
• Minimum 2 years of acute care RN experience needed.
• BLS certification must be current.

Responsibilities

• Deliver competent and compassionate nursing care to patients.
• Float to Med Surg, Orthopedics, Cardiac, and other areas.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams for patient outcomes.

Skills

Compassionate nursing care

Clinical knowledge sharing

Adaptability to workflows

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Tools

BLS certification

ACLS certification

NIHSS certification

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy! Mercy Float Pool offers opportunities to meet new people, expand your skills and knowledge through new challenging assignments and give you the opportunity to pass on skills and knowledge to others!

The RN will provide competent care to patients in the following settings: Med Surg, Ortho, Cardiac, Cardiac Neuro, PCU, and Critical Care areas. The RN will float to each department as needed.

Position Details

• Registered Nurse – Regional Resource/Float Pool
• Serving Fort Smith, Booneville, Ozark, Paris, and Waldron
• Full‑Time (36/hour per week)

Mercy is seeking an experienced and compassionate Regional Resource Registered Nurse to join our Float Pool in the River Valley area supporting units across the Fort Smith, Bonneville, Ozark, Paris, and Waldron locations. This is an excellent opportunity for an adaptable RN who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and enjoys caring for a diverse adult/geriatric population.

As part of our Regional Resource team, you’ll bring your expertise where it’s needed most—providing high‑quality, patient‑centered care while experiencing the variety and professional growth that comes with floating between facilities.

Position Responsibilities

• Deliver competent, compassionate nursing care to patients
• Float to the following clinical areas as needed:
  • Med Surg
  • Orthopedics
  • Cardiac
  • Cardiac Neuro
  • Progressive Care Unit (PCU)
  • Critical Care
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure safe, effective patient outcomes
• Serve as a resource to unit staff by sharing skills, clinical knowledge, and best practices
• Adapt quickly to varying workflows, patient needs, and unit requirements

Qualifications

• Current Arkansas RN license
• Minimum 2 years of acute care RN experience, with at least 6 months within the past year
• BLS certification (must be current)
• ACLS & NIHSS – required within 90 days of hire

Preferred

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

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.