About this opportunity
Mercy lists this Registered Nurse - Medical 4 (Days) opportunity in fort smith, Arkansas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
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:
$10,000 Sign-On Bonus Available
For Full-Time RNs with 1+ Year of Experience
No Contract Required
Join our Med 4 team, a 36-bed specialty unit that cares for adult medical-surgical patients with neurological, renal, and urologic conditions. Med 4 offers nurses the opportunity to develop strong assessment skills while caring for a diverse patient population with low to moderate acuity.
Neurology/Renal & Urology:
4200 Hall Details:
Beds: 18
Nurse-to-Patient Ratio: 6:1
4300 Unit Details:
Beds: 18
Nurse-to-Patient Ratio: 6:1
Patient Population
Common diagnoses include:
Stroke and transient ischemic attacks (TIA)
Seizure disorders and altered mental status
Acute and chronic kidney disease
Electrolyte imbalances
Urinary tract infections and urinary retention
Kidney stones and hydronephrosis
Post-urologic procedure patients
Clinical Skills & Experience
Nurses on Med 4 frequently care for patients with:
Foley catheters
Nephrostomy tubes
Continuous bladder irrigation (CBI)
Dialysis access devices
Enteral feeding tubes
Telemetry monitoring
This unit provides valuable experience in neurological assessments, stroke protocols, fluid and electrolyte management, renal medication monitoring, and multidisciplinary care coordination with nephrology and urology specialists.
Qualifications
Education
Graduate of an accredited nursing program (ADN, Diploma, or BSN)
Licensure
Current RN license in the hiring state or compact licensure
Certifications
BLS required
ACLS required or obtained 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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