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Registered Nurse - Dedicated Orientation Unit (5200) FT Nights

Company: Mercy
Location: Van Buren
Posted on: January 5, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Discover Your Purpose with Us! Overview of the Dedicated Orientation Unit: Are you eager to advance your nursing career in a dynamic educational setting while influencing the next generation of caregivers? If you want to enhance your earning potential and work alongside a supportive team, this opportunity is perfect for you! The Dedicated Orientation Unit at our new facility is an 18-bed unit dedicated to equipping newly hired caregivers with essential skills for success. We aim to assemble a team of enthusiastic nurses who are passionate about education, patient care, and implementing best practices. This unit will cater to Medical Telemetry patients with a nurse-to-patient ratio of 6:1. Each nurse will mentor two newly hired caregivers. By joining our Dedicated Orientation Unit, you will play a vital role in shaping the future of nursing while enhancing your leadership abilities for your own career advancement! Position Highlights: *SIGN ON BONUS AVAILABLE* $10,000 Sign-On Bonus for Full-Time RNs with a Minimum of 1 Year of Experience (NO CONTRACT REQUIRED) Incentives: Sign-On Bonus of up to $10,000 for nurses with 1 years of experience in select departments. Relocation Assistance available up to $3,000 according to policy. Stay Premium Program offering up to $8/hour based on years of service. Education Assistance: Loan Forgiveness of up to $20,000 for new graduate nurses. Tuition Reimbursement of $2,000 annually. Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance starting on day one. Paid Time Off and Vacation Time. Employer-Matched Retirement Plans. Shift Differentials available. New Increased Weekend Differential: $7.50 for RNs / $5.50 for LPNs. Qualifications: Education: Must have graduated from an accredited nursing program (Associate’s Degree, Diploma, or BSN). Licensure: Responsible for obtaining and maintaining a current RN license in the state of employment, adhering to all state board of nursing requirements. Experience: A minimum of three years of nursing experience is required. Preferred Experience: Previous mentoring or precepting experience is advantageous, along with a background in medical-surgical nursing. Certifications: Must possess an American Heart Association Healthcare Provider card or complete a course during the probationary period. ACLS and BLS certifications are required or must be obtained within 90 days of hire. Benefits We Offer: Our comprehensive benefits package includes health, vision, and dental coverage starting on day one, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and employer-matched retirement plans for eligible employees working 32 hours or more per pay period. Join Our Mission: We are committed to delivering compassionate care through a healing ministry. Our supportive community will stand by you, especially during challenging times. You will have the chance to innovate care models and enhance the healthcare experience through cutting-edge technology and procedures. As we expand, we invite you to grow with us. Are You a Good Fit for Us? We value compassion and professionalism. A positive attitude and a strong advocacy spirit align perfectly with our mission. We foster collaboration and are dedicated to providing exceptional care. If this resonates with you, we encourage you to apply. Why Choose Us? From your first day, we provide excellent 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. Become part of a caring, collaborative team where your contributions are valued. At our organization, you will help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you will grow with us.

Keywords: Mercy, Fort Smith , Registered Nurse - Dedicated Orientation Unit (5200) FT Nights, Healthcare , Van Buren, Arkansas


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