Registered Nurse - PAS Lab

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy in Fort Smith seeks an RN to provide patient care using the nursing process and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team. The role emphasizes safety, patient rights, and compassionate care in a dynamic clinical setting.

The ideal candidate will maintain licensure in state or compact, meet physical demands, and participate in required certifications. Mercy offers comprehensive benefits and professional growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• RN program graduate with active license
• Maintain US RN licensure in state or compact
• Certification in BLS; ACLS/NRP/ENPC may be required
• Physical ability to lift 50 pounds and stand/walk long shifts

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care using the nursing process
• Coordinate care with other departments
• Protect patient rights and confidentiality
• Maintain alignment with Mercy mission and standards

Skills

RN licensure

Nursing assessment

Care planning

Patient care

Education

RN program graduate

Tools

EHR systems

AHA BLS

Job description

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: Graduate of an accredited registered professional nursing program

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.

Physical Requirements/demands

• Position requires individuals to push, pull, and/or lift 50 pounds on a regular basis


• Position requires prolonged standing and walking each shift


• Position requires the ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat to perform duties

Certifications

• Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association or successful completion of course within 30 days of hire.

Required 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

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.