Registered Nurse - Dedicated Orientation Unit

Position: Registered Nurse - Dedicated Orientation Unit (5200) FT Days

Registered Nurse - Dedicated Orientation Unit (5200) FT Days at Mercy summary:

Mercy Hospital Fort Smith seeks experienced Registered Nurses for a Dedicated Orientation Unit to precept and teach newly hired caregivers on an 18-bed Medical Telemetry unit with a 6:1 patient-to-nurse ratio. The role requires a current RN license, minimum three years of nursing experience, and certifications (BLS, ACLS) with benefits including sign-on bonus, relocation assistance, tuition support, and comprehensive insurance. Nurses will function as preceptors, deliver patient care, and contribute to education and leadership development within the hospital.

Find your calling at Mercy!Dedicated Orientation Unit Overview:

Are you interested in continuing your nursing career in an innovative educational environment, while making an impact on new Mercy caregivers? If you’re looking to maximize your earning potential all while having more hands to share the workload- this position is for you!

The new Mercy Hospital Fort Smith Dedicated Orientation Unit is an 18-bed unit focused on teaching eager newly hired Mercy caregivers the fundamental skills necessary to be successful. We are looking to build a team of highly engaged nurses who have a passion for education, patient care, and best practices. This unit will care for Medical Telemetry patients with a 6:1 patient to nurse ratio.

Each nurse will act as a preceptor to two newly hired Mercy caregivers. By joining the Dedicated Orientation Unit at Mercy, you will have a direct impact on the future of nursing, while progressing your leadership skillset for YOUR future in nursing!
Position Details:

* SIGN ON BONUS AVAILABLE*

$10,000 Sign On Bonus for full-time RNs

with at least 1 year of experience

(NO CONTRACT)

Incentives:

• 1+ Years Experienced Nurse Sign on Bonus up to $10,000 for select departments

• 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, dental & vision insurance

• PTO/Vacation Time

• Employer-Matched Retirement Funds

• Shift Differentials

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.

• Experience
  :
  Must have a minimum of three years of working nursing experience.

• Preferred Experience
  :
  Prior mentor or preceptor experience. Prior medical surgical experience highly favored.

• 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.

Keywords:

Registered Nurse, Medical Telemetry, Nurse Preceptor, Clinical Education, ACLS BLS, RN Sign-On Bonus, Patient Care, Tuition Reimbursement, Hospital Nursing, Leadership Development