Registered Nurse - Stepdown 3400 (Days)

Mercy Co; Van Buren (AR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus available

Job summary

Mercy in Arkansas is seeking an RN for a Stepdown 3400 unit with 18 beds. You will provide patient care using the nursing process, coordinate with other departments, and uphold patient rights and confidentiality.

A 6:1 nurse-to-patient ratio and higher acuity cardiac and respiratory patients define the unit. Qualifications include an RN license in the hiring state or compact licensure, and ACLS/BLS and American Heart Association Healthcare Provider card (or completion within probation).

Qualifications

• Graduated from a school of nursing (ADN, Diploma, or BSN).
• Current RN license in hiring state or compact licensure.
• ACLS and BLS are required or must be obtained within 90 days of hire; American Heart Association Healthcare Provider card is required or must be completed during probation.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes the nursing process to provide patient care.
• Maintains professional accountability for care provided to assigned patients.
• Evaluates overall effectiveness of care by direct care givers and coordinates patient care with other departments.
• Maintains patient rights and confidentiality of information.

Education

RN education (ADN/ Diploma/ BSN)

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:

SIGN ON BONUS AVAILABLE

10,000 Sign On Bonus for full-time RNs

with at least 1 year of experience

NO CONTRACT

Stepdown 3400 Unit Details:

• Beds: 18

• Nurse-to-Patient Ratio: 6:1

• Patient Population: Higher acuity cardiac and respiratory patients.

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: Must have American Heart Association Healthcare Provider card or complete a course within probationary period. Must have ACLS and BLS or obtain within 90 days of hire.

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.