Registered Nurse - Facility Float Pool RN (12 hours per week)

Mercy; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Paid time off

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) Float for our Fort Smith, AR area hospitals. The role delivers patient-centered care across multiple inpatient settings and coordinates with interdisciplinary teams to ensure safe, effective outcomes.

The position emphasizes Mercy’s mission, values, and Service Standards, with opportunities for advancement. The RN must maintain patient rights and confidentiality, adapt to unit workflows, and uphold high standards of care.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited nursing program.
• Active RN license in Arkansas or a compact state.
• BLS certification through the American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Deliver patient-centered nursing care using the nursing process.
• Maintain professional accountability for patient outcomes.
• Monitor, evaluate, and coordinate care provided by direct care staff.
• Collaborate with physicians and support services to ensure continuity of care.
• Uphold patient rights, safety standards, and confidentiality requirements.
• Adapt to varying unit workflows and patient acuity levels.
• Practice in accordance with Mercy policies, standards, and core values.

Skills

Nursing fundamentals

Clinical assessment

Care coordination

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Accredited nursing program

State RN license (AR or compact)

Tools

BLS Certification

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

The Registered Nurse (RN) utilizes the nursing process to provide safe, effective, and patient‑centered care while maintaining professional accountability for assigned patients. The RN evaluates the effectiveness of care provided by other direct caregivers and coordinates patient care collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams. This position upholds patient rights, maintains confidentiality, and performs all duties in alignment with Mercy’s mission, values, and Service Standards.

Position Details

The Medical Float Registered Nurse provides competent, patient‑centered care across a variety of inpatient settings, including:

• Orthopedics

Find your calling at Mercy!

The Registered Nurse (RN) utilizes the nursing process to provide safe, effective, and patient‑centered care while maintaining professional accountability for assigned patients. The RN evaluates the effectiveness of care provided by other direct caregivers and coordinates patient care collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams. This position upholds patient rights, maintains confidentiality, and performs all duties in alignment with Mercy’s mission, values, and Service Standards.

Position Details

The Medical Float Registered Nurse provides competent, patient‑centered care across a variety of inpatient settings, including:

• Medical‑Surgical
• Orthopedics
• Cardiac
• Cardiac Neuro

This role also offers future opportunities for professional growth and skill advancement, with potential progression into:

• Progressive Care Unit (PCU)
• Critical Care
• Emergency Department (ED/ER)

Advancement into these areas is supported through experience, education, training, demonstrated clinical competence, and organizational need.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver patient‑centered nursing care utilizing the nursing process
• Maintain professional accountability for patient outcomes
• Monitor, evaluate, and coordinate care provided by other direct care staff
• Collaborate with physicians, ancillary services, and support departments to ensure continuity of care
• Uphold patient rights, safety standards, and confidentiality requirements
• Adapt efficiently to varying unit workflows and patient acuity levels
• Practice in accordance with Mercy policies, standards, and core values

Qualifications

Required Education:

• Completion of an accredited nursing program

Licensure

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Arkansas or compact state

Certifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) through the American Heart Association

Preferred

• Two (2) or more years of critical care experience

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.