Registered Nurse Regional Float Pool - FT Days

Mercy; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse for their Float Pool in Fort Smith, Arkansas. This full-time role involves providing high-quality, compassionate nursing care across various settings including Med Surg, Ortho, and Critical Care. Ideal for an adaptable RN, this position requires a current Arkansas RN license, a minimum of 2 years of acute care experience, and certifications in BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS. Competitive benefits are offered to team members working 32+ hours.

Qualifications

• Current Arkansas RN license.
• Minimum 2 years of acute care RN experience, with at least 6 months within the past year.
• BLS certification required.
• ACLS & NIHSS certification within 90 days of hire.
• BSN preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver competent, compassionate nursing care to patients.
• Float to various clinical areas as needed.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams for patient outcomes.
• Serve as a resource to unit staff.
• Adapt quickly to varying workflows, patient needs, and unit requirements.

Skills

Compassionate care

Collaboration

Adaptability

Expertise in acute care

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

BSN (preferred)

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.