Registered Nurse - RV Ortho (Nights)

Mercy; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy River Valley Orthopedic Hospital in Fort Smith, AR, is seeking a compassionate Registered Nurse to join our team in a part-time, 24-hour-per-week role. You will provide high-quality nursing care to orthopedic patients throughout their surgical and recovery journey.

Collaborate with physicians, therapists, and colleagues to ensure safe, patient-centered outcomes. Mercy offers comprehensive benefits and supports continued growth in a mission-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Current RN license.
• BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care plans.
• Monitor and document patient condition and response to treatment.
• Administer medications and treatments per physician orders.
• Provide education to patient and family regarding procedures and discharge.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team for coordinated care.
• Promote patient safety and compliance with hospital policies.

Skills

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Nursing degree

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:

Mercy River Valley Orthopedic Hospital is seeking a compassionate and skilled Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team in a part-time, 24-hour-per-week position.

In this role, you will provide high-quality nursing care to orthopedic patients throughout their surgical and recovery journey, ensuring a safe, positive, and healing experience.

As a valued member of our orthopedic care team, you will collaborate with physicians, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to deliver exceptional patient outcomes in a specialized orthopedic setting.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care plans.

• Monitor and document patient condition and response to treatment.

• Administer medications and treatments according to physician orders.

• Provide patient and family education regarding procedures, recovery, and discharge planning.

• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to ensure coordinated care.

• Promote patient safety and compliance with hospital policies and regulatory requirements.

• Deliver compassionate care while maintaining Mercy's mission and values.

Qualifications

Required

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.

• Current RN license

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Preferred

• Previous orthopedic, surgical, hospital, or acute care nursing experience.

• Strong critical thinking and communication skills.

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, patient-focused environment.

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.