Mercy
Charge Registered Nurse - Observation (4200) Full‑Time Days
Overview The Charge Registered Nurse utilizes theoretical concepts as a basis for decisions in practice to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care in accordance with nursing practice standards.
Position resides within Mercy Fort Smith’s Med Surg Service Line, comprising 8 specialty units that cover a wide range of patient populations and care needs. Nurses cross‑train across specialties to gain comprehensive knowledge of diverse patient conditions.
Position Details Sign‑on Bonus: $10,000 for full‑time RNs with at least 1 year of experience (no contract required).
Responsibilities While not listed explicitly, typical Charge RN responsibilities include:
Overseeing nursing staff and ensuring quality patient care.
Coordinating patient assessments, care plans, and inter‑professional communication.
Mentoring and supervising bedside nurses and new graduates.
Managing patient flow and staffing needs across units.
Adhering to hospital policies, safety protocols, and regulatory standards.
Qualifications
Minimum 3 years bedside related experience.
Graduated from an accredited nursing program (associate’s, diploma, or BSN).
RN license in the hiring state or equivalent compact licensure.
American Heart Association Healthcare Provider card, ACLS, and BLS certification (or obtain within 90 days of hire). Probationary period completion required.
Benefits
Day‑one comprehensive health, vision, and dental coverage.
Paid time off (PTO).
Tuition reimbursement.
Employer‑matched retirement plan.
Eligibility for those working 32+ hours per pay period.
Why Mercy From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits—including medical, dental, vision coverage, PTO, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period. Mercy fosters collaboration, innovation, and compassion, empowering nurses to shape the future of healthcare.
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Overview The Charge Registered Nurse utilizes theoretical concepts as a basis for decisions in practice to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care in accordance with nursing practice standards.
Position resides within Mercy Fort Smith’s Med Surg Service Line, comprising 8 specialty units that cover a wide range of patient populations and care needs. Nurses cross‑train across specialties to gain comprehensive knowledge of diverse patient conditions.
Position Details Sign‑on Bonus: $10,000 for full‑time RNs with at least 1 year of experience (no contract required).
Responsibilities While not listed explicitly, typical Charge RN responsibilities include:
Overseeing nursing staff and ensuring quality patient care.
Coordinating patient assessments, care plans, and inter‑professional communication.
Mentoring and supervising bedside nurses and new graduates.
Managing patient flow and staffing needs across units.
Adhering to hospital policies, safety protocols, and regulatory standards.
Qualifications
Minimum 3 years bedside related experience.
Graduated from an accredited nursing program (associate’s, diploma, or BSN).
RN license in the hiring state or equivalent compact licensure.
American Heart Association Healthcare Provider card, ACLS, and BLS certification (or obtain within 90 days of hire). Probationary period completion required.
Benefits
Day‑one comprehensive health, vision, and dental coverage.
Paid time off (PTO).
Tuition reimbursement.
Employer‑matched retirement plan.
Eligibility for those working 32+ hours per pay period.
Why Mercy From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits—including medical, dental, vision coverage, PTO, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period. Mercy fosters collaboration, innovation, and compassion, empowering nurses to shape the future of healthcare.
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