NWA Residency - Critical Care

Mercy Rogers New-Graduate RN Residency

Mercy Northwest Arkansas offers a transition‑to‑practice RN residency program designed to support the newly licensed registered nurse as you transition from student to confident and independent professional nursing practice. This structured, evidence‑based program offers comprehensive and individualized department orientation, hands‑on clinical training and ongoing mentorship to ensure a smooth and successful entry into your professional career. The program provides collaboration with experienced preceptors, targeted educational sessions, and a supportive environment that fosters critical thinking, clinical judgment, and professional growth.

• Program
  
  Start Date:
  
  July 6, 2026
• Duration:
  One year

• Emergency Department – Mercy Rogers ED is a 30+ bed, Level III Trauma ranked emergency care facility seeing patients from all ages and acuities. Nurses working in the ED will also cross‑train/float to Mercy Bella Vista ED and Mercy Springdale ED.
• Ratio 4:1
• Career Path:
  Ideal for nurses interested in critical care, emergency care, flight nursing, or who plan to pursue Nurse Practitioner or CRNA studies in the future.
• ICU – The ICU is a 24-bed, Level III critical care unit with a diverse population of patients, including post‑op cardiovascular care, neurosurgical, trauma, renal and other acute processes.
• Ratio 2:1
• Career Path:
  Recommended for nurses interested in critical care who plan to pursue further education as an NP or CRNA.
• Progressive Care Unit (PCU) – PCU is a 22‑24 bed unit specializing in care of patients with new onset asymptomatic dysrhythmia, hypertensive or hypotensive emergency, hemodynamically stable myocardial infarction, substance withdrawal, BiPap/CPAP therapies and more.
• Ratio 4:1
• Career Path:
  Suitable for nurses wanting a career in critical care or seeking broad exposure to disease processes requiring critical thinking.

• Required Experience – 12 months or less of RN experience
• Required Education – Registered Nursing Degree from an accredited school
• License – Temporary RN Arkansas license or RN compact license
• Certifications – Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association

• Day‑one comprehensive health, vision and dental coverage, PTO, tuition reimbursement and employer‑matched retirement funds for eligible co‑workers, including those working 32 hours or more per pay period.
• $20,000 RN Loan Forgiveness Available
• Up to $2,000 annually in Tuition Assistance
• $3,000 Relocation Assistance
• Eligible for Premium Pay Program
• Shift Differential Pay

Our mission is clear: we bring to life a healing ministry through our compassionate care and exceptional service. At Mercy, our supportive community will be behind you every step of your day, especially the tough ones. You will have opportunities to pioneer new models of care and transform the health care experience through advanced technology and innovative procedures. We’re expanding to help our communities grow.

Join us and be a part of it all.

Compassion and professionalism go hand‑in‑hand with us. A positive outlook and strong sense of advocacy align with our mission and vision. We’re also collaborative and unafraid to go the extra mile to deliver excellent care – that’s part of our commitment. If that sounds like a good fit for you, we encourage you to apply.

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits – medical, dental, 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.