Registered Nurse - Cardiac Stepdown (3500) FT Days
Company: Mercy
Location: Fort Smith
Posted on: February 18, 2026
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Job Description:
Find your calling at Mercy! Registered Nurse –
Cardiac/Respiratory Unit Join our fast-paced, high-energy team
caring for higher acuity cardiac and respiratory patients. This
25-bed unit is an excellent starting point for nurses with
long-term goals in ICU or ER settings. Position Details: SIGN ON
BONUS AVAILABLE 10,000 Sign On Bonus for full-time RNs with at
least 1 year of experience NO CONTRACT 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. Key Responsibilities: -
Deliver patient-centered care using the nursing process. - Maintain
professional accountability for assigned patients. - Evaluate care
provided by other direct caregivers. - Collaborate with
interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care. - Uphold
patient rights and confidentiality. - Perform duties in alignment
with our mission, values, and Mercy service standards. Unit
Details: - Patient Population: Higher acuity cardiac and
respiratory - Nurse-to-Patient Ratio: 4:1 or 5:1 - UAP-to-Patient
Ratio: 9:1 - Unit Size: 32 beds - Environment: Fast-paced,
high-energy; ideal for nurses pursuing ICU or ER careers 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
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