Registered Nurse - PACU

Mercy; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Tuition assistance

Retirement plan match

Paid time off

Job summary

Mercy is hiring registered nurses to provide direct patient care using the nursing process and uphold patient rights. You will coordinate care across departments and ensure accountability within Mercy standards.

The role emphasizes maintaining confidentiality, evaluating care effectiveness, and supporting overall patient outcomes in a collaborative, values-driven team.

Qualifications

• Graduated from a school of nursing (Associate's Degree, Diploma, or BSN).
• RN license required and must be maintained in the hiring state or via compact licensure.
• Multiple certifications may be required based on unit and position.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes the nursing process to provide patient care and maintain rights and confidentiality.
• Evaluates the effectiveness of care and coordinates patient care with other departments.
• Maintains accountability for duties in alignment with Mercy standards.

Skills

Nursing care

Patient care

Nursing process

Education

Associate's Degree

Diploma

BSN

ACLS

NRP

ENPC

TNCC

CPHON

OCN

BLS

PALS

PEARS

S.T.A.B.L.E.

C-EFM

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

Overview:
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:

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Graduated from a school of nursing (Associate's Degree, Diploma, or BSN).
Licensure: Is personally responsible for obtaining, and maintaining, a current RN license within the hiring state and/or compact licensure in which nursing duties are performed and must meet all state board of nursing requirements.
Certifications:
- Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association or successful completion of course within 30 days of hire.
One or more of the certifications below may be required based on the position/unit hired to, or acquisition of certification within department required timeframe:
- ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
- NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program)
- ENPC (Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course)
- TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course)
- CPHON (Certified Pediatric/Hematology/Oncology Nurses)
- OCN (Oncology Certified Nurse)
- BLS (Basic Life Support)
- PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
- PEARS (Pediatric Assessment Recognition and Stabilization)
- S.T.A.B.L.E. (Sugar, Temperature, Airway, Blood Pressure, Lab Work, And Emotional Support) Six Assessment & Care Modules
- C-EFM (Fetal Monitor Certification)
- Other unit-specific certifications as required

Physical Requirements:

• Position requires the ability to push, pull, and/or lift 50 lbs on a regular basis.
• Position requires prolonged standing and walking during each shift.
• Position requires the ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat to perform duties.

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.