Registered Nurse - Medical 4 (4200/4300) PRN Days

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Retirement plan matching

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Med 4 unit, a 36-bed specialty team caring for adult medical-surgical patients with neurological, renal, and urologic conditions. You will grow clinical skills in a collaborative environment.

The role emphasizes nursing process, coordination with departments, and maintaining patient rights and confidentiality according to Mercy standards. BLS within 30 days is required.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program.
• Current RN license in the state of practice.
• BLS certification within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care using the nursing process.
• Coordinate patient care with other departments.
• Maintain patient rights and confidentiality of information.
• Support neurologic, renal and urologic patient management.

Skills

Telemetry monitoring

Foley catheters

Renal care

Patient assessment

Education

Graduation from an accredited practical nursing program

Current RN license in state of practice

Tools

BLS certification

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

Utilizes the nursing process to provide patient care. Maintains professional accountability for provision of patient care for the assigned patients. Evaluates the overall effectiveness of care provided by other direct care givers. Coordinates the patient care in conjunction with other departments. Maintains patient rights and confidentiality of patient information. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.

Position Details

Join our Med 4 team, a 36-bed specialty unit caring for adult medical-surgical patients with neurological, renal, and urologic conditions. This is a great opportunity for RNs to grow their skills while working with a diverse patient population in a collaborative environment.

• Beds: 18
• Beds: 18

Patient Population

• Stroke and transient ischemic attacks (TIA)
• Seizure disorders and altered mental status
• Acute and chronic kidney disease
• Urinary tract infections and urinary retention
• Kidney stones and hydronephrosis
• Post-urologic procedure patients

Find your calling at Mercy!

Utilizes the nursing process to provide patient care. Maintains professional accountability for provision of patient care for the assigned patients. Evaluates the overall effectiveness of care provided by other direct care givers. Coordinates the patient care in conjunction with other departments. Maintains patient rights and confidentiality of patient information. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.

Position Details

Join our Med 4 team, a 36-bed specialty unit caring for adult medical-surgical patients with neurological, renal, and urologic conditions. This is a great opportunity for RNs to grow their skills while working with a diverse patient population in a collaborative environment.

Neurology/Renal & Urology

4200 Hall Details:

• Beds: 18
• Nurse-to-Patient Ratio: 6:1

4300 Unit Details

• Beds: 18
• Nurse-to-Patient Ratio: 6:1

Patient Population

Common Diagnoses Include

• Stroke and transient ischemic attacks (TIA)
• Seizure disorders and altered mental status
• Acute and chronic kidney disease
• Electrolyte imbalances
• Urinary tract infections and urinary retention
• Kidney stones and hydronephrosis
• Post-urologic procedure patients

Clinical Skills & Experience

Nurses on Med 4 frequently care for patients with:

• Foley catheters
• Nephrostomy tubes
• Continuous bladder irrigation (CBI)
• Dialysis access devices
• Enteral feeding tubes
• Telemetry monitoring

This unit provides valuable experience in neurological assessments, stroke protocols, fluid and electrolyte management, renal medication monitoring, and multidisciplinary care coordination with nephrology and urology specialists.

Qualifications

Education

• Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program

Licensure

• Current RN license in the state of practice

Certifications

• BLS required within 30 days of hire
• Additional certifications as required by the unit

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.