Registered Nurse Stepdown Nights

Mercy; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

No call

Relocation assistance

Stay premium program

Education assistance

Medical, Vision & Dental insurance

PTO

401(k)

Shift differentials

Job summary

Mercy seeks experienced RN's to deliver compassionate, evidence-based patient care across departments. You will apply the nursing process, maintain patient rights and confidentiality, and coordinate care with other team members.

Mercy offers day‑one health benefits, tuition assistance, a generous sign-on bonus, relocation support, and retirement plans. Join a caring, collaborative team dedicated to service excellence and growth.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited registered nursing program.
• Current RN license in Hiring state and/or compact licensure.
• Ability to meet state board requirements and maintain licensure.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Team collaboration

Education

RN license

Job description

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

Seeking experienced RN's!

Incentives

• $10,000 Sign-On Bonus for Full-Time and Part Time (.6 and above) RNs with 1+ Year of RN Experience! (No Contract!)
• No Call!
• Relocation Assistance up to $3,000 per policy
• Stay Premium Program - up to $8/hour based on years of Mercy service
• Education Assistance
  • Up to $20,000 Loan Forgiveness for new grad nurses
  • Tuition Reimbursement $2,000 per year
• Day-One Comprehensive Medical, Vision & Dental Insurance
• PTO/Vacation Time
• 401(k) Employer-Matched Retirement Funds
• Shift Differentials

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
• 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.