Registered Nurse (RN) Rehabilitation

Lifepoint Health®; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 64,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision coverage

Paid time off & disability coverage

Tuition assistance & 401(k) with match

Well-being programs & discounts

Job summary

Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital Fort Smith in Fort Smith, AR, is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for the Rehab unit on the FT night shift. You will assess patients, administer treatments, and support recovery in a collaborative team.

Join a Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital facility under Lifepoint Health, offering comprehensive benefits, tuition assistance, and a focus on high-quality patient care in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Active Arkansas RN license required; compact state licenses considered.
• AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire.
• One year RN experience preferred.
• Associate's Degree required; Bachelor's Degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient needs and administer treatments in rehab.
• Ensure patient comfort and safety in care plans.
• Collaborate with RNs and care teams on patient progress.

Skills

Critical thinking

Decisive judgement

Work with minimal supervision

Patient care

Education

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree preferred

Job description

Mercy Ft. Smith Rehab Hospital

Registered Nurse (RN) | Rehab

Job Type: FT | Night

Your experience matters:

At Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital Fort Smith, we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Here, you're not just valued as an employee, but as a person. As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

Department/Unit Summary

Join our team in Rehabilitation where you will provide compassionate care to patients alongside a dedicated team of Registered Nurses (RNs). You will play a crucial role in assessing patient needs, administering treatments, and ensuring patient comfort and safety. This position offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment focused on delivering high-quality patient care.

How You'll Contribute

You'll make an impact by utilizing your specialized plan-of-care intervention and serving as a patient-care innovator. You will shape exceptional patient journeys every day and leverage your skills and our cutting-edge technology to directly impact patient wellbeing.

Why Join Us

We Believe That Investing In Our Employees Is The First Step To Providing Excellent Patient Care. In Addition To Your Base Compensation, This Position Also Offers

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part‑time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What We Are Looking For

• Certifications: AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire
• Required Skills: Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgement and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
• Experience: One year previous experience preferred
• Licenses: Active Arkansas or compact state RN license required. If relocating, licensure must be updated to new Primary State of Residence (PSOR) before employment begins.
• Education: Associate's Degree required - Bachelor's Degree Preferred

About Our Health System

Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital Fort Smith is a 50-bed hospital located in Fort Smith, Arkansas, and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier® with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone-your experience matters. Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post‑acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.

EEOC Statement

Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital Fort Smith is an Equal Opportunity Employer Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital Fort Smith is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.