Registered Nurse- Dedicated Education Unit (3300- DEU) FT Days
Company: Mercy
Location: Van Buren
Posted on: January 7, 2026
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Job Description:
Find your calling at Mercy! Are you interested in continuing
your nursing career in an innovative educational environment, while
making an impact on the next generation of nurses? 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 Education Unit is an 18-bed
unit focused on teaching eager and upcoming graduate nurses 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 4:1 patient to nurse ratio
(day shift only). Each nurse will act as a preceptor to two senior
level nursing students who will take total care of the 4 patients.
A clinical rotation preceptor will also be available for
support/oversight of the students. By joining the Dedicated
Education 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: Med Surg Overview: Mercy
Fort Smith’s Med Surg Service Line is made up of 8 specialty units
that will provide experience with patient populations with a
varying range of diagnoses and care needs. Functionally, these
units house and care for patients who are preparing for or
recovering from medical and surgical interventions. While you will
have a “home unit”, we cross-train our nurses between the various
specialties to provide a strong foundational knowledge of all types
of patient conditions, comorbidities, procedures, etc. Whether you
are a new grad nurse looking to build a strong base before
launching into your future career/educational plans or an
experienced nurse who enjoys variety in their everyday work, Med
Surg is the place for you! 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
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