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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:
SIGN ON BONUS AVAILABLE
10,000 Sign On Bonus for full-time RNs
with at least 1 year of experience
NO CONTRACT
3300 ICU Stepdown (3300)
Bed Numbers: 18
Nurse to Patient Ratio: 4:1
Patient Population:
Caring for a diverse stepdown population that includes cardiovascular and neurosurgical patients. Nurses manage stable cardiac and insulin drips, monitor post-procedural patients (including cardioversions, pacemaker insertions, and CABG recovery), and provide care for patients requiring BiPAP, Airvo, and chest tubes. Common diagnoses include CHF, COPD, and CKD. This unit values strong cardiac and neurological assessment skills, including NIHSS competency. Current BLS and ACLS certifications are required.
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.
Worksite address
fort smith, AR, 72903, US
Who can apply
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