Clinical Nurse Educator, Float Pool - Critical Access
Mercy Hospital Fort Smith
Fort Smith, AR

Clinical Nurse Educator - Float Pool, Critical Access, GIG

Find your calling at Mercy!

In this role, you will play a vital part in shaping a highly skilled and confident workforce by leading engaging, competency-based onboarding and education programs for both licensed and unlicensed coworkers. You’ll bring learning to life by incorporating evidence-based practices, innovative teaching methods, and patient-centered initiatives into every experience—creating a dynamic and inclusive environment that supports all learning styles. As a trusted partner to leadership, you’ll help identify performance needs, design impactful education strategies, and drive quality improvement efforts across the organization. You’ll also serve as a mentor and role model, inspiring professional growth while fostering a culture of excellence, safety, and collaboration. With a strong focus on clinical expertise and technical proficiency, you’ll ensure staff are well-prepared, supported, and empowered to deliver exceptional care, all while contributing to broader organizational goals.

Position Details:

Minimum Required

• Education & Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Nursing and 2 years of clinical experience; OR

  • Associate degree in Nursing with 10 years hospital nursing experience, or

  • Associate degree with 5 years hospital nursing experience if actively enrolled in an RN‑BSN program.

• Licensure: Current RN licensure in the applicable state.

• Certifications: AHA BLS.

• Demonstrated clinical expertise with credibility to influence nursing practice.

• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office; familiarity with audiovisual equipment is beneficial.

• Knowledge of patient‑care equipment and relevant technology.

Preferred

• Specialty certification (or progress toward one).

• 2 years of teaching experience.

• Additional life‑support certifications as applicable (ACLS, PALS, NRP, STABLE, TNCC, ENPC).

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 with us.