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PCU - Progressive Care Unit

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Long Term Care

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Radiology Technologist

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ICU - Intensive Care Unit

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Mercy ICU is a very intense critical care area related to the local community culture of healthcare. Very I'll population. The employees there are very upbeat, supportive of one another, and helpful towards outside staff. Pay is ok-could be better. Immediate supervisors and charge staff are wonderful and supportive. Administration is rigid, and not always conducive to assisting their employees with scheduling issues or other issues. Overall, it is a good place for travelers or new graduates.

Good facility, rigid and inflexible policies

CVICU

Med Surg

Cardiac Stepdown

Will never work there again, so bad it made me want to get out of the hospital setting all together and I’ve been an icu nurse 21 years!

Toxic work environment, poor management, extremely low morale

MICU - Medical Intensive Care Unit

Mercy Hospital Fort Smith in Fort Smith, AR is not nationally ranked in any specialty.

<body><h3>Nurse Externship - Mercy Fort Smith Summer 2026</h3> <h1>Find your calling at Mercy!</h1>As a student in an approved registered nurse or practical nurse school of nursing, the Nurse Extern student participates in clinical work under the direction of an RN. The Nurse Extern assists in the individualized care of the patient to achieve the patient’s highest level of wellness working cooperatively with others as part of the healthcare team and performs designated clinical procedures and nonclinical support tasks within the nurse extern scope.<h1>Position Details:</h1>Our Mercy Nursing Externship is a unique hands‑on learning experience designed to help nursing students bridge the gap between the classroom and real‑world practice. This paid externship gives you the opportunity to work approximately 24 hours per week (two 12 hour shifts), rotating through a variety of units while learning directly at the elbow of a Mercy nurse.Participating in a Mercy Externship this winter will help you:<ul><li>Deepen your understanding of the nursing role within an acute care setting</li><li>Build confidence in delivering both direct and indirect patient care</li><li>Enhance your clinical skills through dedicated preceptor time, including: IV therapy Foley care NG tube care and tube feeding Ostomy care Point-of-care testing, phlebotomy, and specimen collection Simple dressing changes Head‑to‑toe assessments Trach care</li></ul>You’ll gain meaningful exposure to diverse patient populations, strengthen your critical‑thinking skills, and work closely with experienced nurses who are committed to supporting your learning and growth.Externship Requirement: Applicants must have completed at least 2 semesters of nursing school, including a minimum of one round of clinicals, by the start of the externshipWhat Past Mercy Externs Are Saying-<ul><li>“I got to see so many things I never experienced during clinicals—like time in Ortho, PACU, and other specialty units.”</li><li>“The nurses let me take the lead and practice my skills, which made such a difference in my confidence.”</li><li>“The staff was incredibly supportive and helped me feel secure in what I was learning.”</li><li>“I was met with kindness in every unit. It made the experience so meaningful.”</li><li>“Getting to explore multiple areas was huge. It helped me understand what different units are really like and where I can see myself working.”</li></ul>These reflections highlight what sets the Mercy Nursing Externship apart: supportive teams, real hands‑on experience, and opportunities to grow in a welcoming environment.<h1>Why Mercy?</h1>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.</body>

Nurse Externship - Mercy Fort Smith Summer 2026Find your calling at Mercy!As a student in an approved registered nurse or practical nurse school of nursing, the Nurse Extern student participates in clinical work under the direction of an RN. The Nurse Extern assists in the individualized care of the patient to achieve the patient’s highest level of wellness working cooperatively with others as part of the healthcare team and performs designated clinical procedures and nonclinical support tasks within the nurse extern scope.Position Details:Our Mercy Nursing Externship is a unique hands‑on learning experience designed to help nursing students bridge the gap between the classroom and real‑world practice. This paid externship gives you the opportunity to work approximately 24 hours per week (two 12 hour shifts), rotating through a variety of units while learning directly at the elbow of a Mercy nurse.Participating in a Mercy Externship this winter will help you:Deepen your understanding of the nursing role within an acute care settingBuild confidence in delivering both direct and indirect patient careEnhance your clinical skills through dedicated preceptor time, including: IV therapy Foley care NG tube care and tube feeding Ostomy care Point-of-care testing, phlebotomy, and specimen collection Simple dressing changes Head‑to‑toe assessments Trach careYou’ll gain meaningful exposure to diverse patient populations, strengthen your critical‑thinking skills, and work closely with experienced nurses who are committed to supporting your learning and growth.Externship Requirement: Applicants must have completed at least 2 semesters of nursing school, including a minimum of one round of clinicals, by the start of the externshipWhat Past Mercy Externs Are Saying-“I got to see so many things I never experienced during clinicals—like time in Ortho, PACU, and other specialty units.”“The nurses let me take the lead and practice my skills, which made such a difference in my confidence.”“The staff was incredibly supportive and helped me feel secure in what I was learning.”“I was met with kindness in every unit. It made the experience so meaningful.”“Getting to explore multiple areas was huge. It helped me understand what different units are really like and where I can see myself working.”These reflections highlight what sets the Mercy Nursing Externship apart: supportive teams, real hands‑on experience, and opportunities to grow in a welcoming environment.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.

<body><h3>Nurse Technician-NT - Med Surg ICU</h3> <h1>Find your calling at Mercy!</h1>Under the direction of the RN or LPN, assists in the individualized care of the patient to achieve the patient's highest level of wellness. Works cooperatively with others as part of a team; recognizes the importance of group goals. Performs designated clinical procedures and nonclinical support tasks essential to providing care to the patient.<h1>Position Details:</h1>Minimum Qualifications: Education: High school diploma, G.E.D. and enrolled in an approved or accredited nursing program. Prior to employment, the nurse tech shall provide student transcripts indicating they have completed Fundamentals of Nursing from an accredited school of nursing and provide competency skills list from their learning institution. The nurse tech must remain in good standing with their school of nursing while in this role. This program is for nursing students only, if a student leaves a program for any reason, they can no longer be a nurse tech.Certification(s): BLS Required within one month of hire.Physical Requirements: -    Position requires the ability to push, pull, and/or lift 50 lbs. on a regular basis. -    Position requires prolonged standing and walking during each shift. -    Position requires the ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat to perform duties.Preferred Qualifications:Experience: EMT, Paramedic or Previous Patient Care ExperienceCertification(s): Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Certified Patient Care Tech (CPCT), Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced Unlicensed Assistant (AUA) in the state of practice.<h1>Why Mercy?</h1>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.</body>

Nurse Technician-NT - Med Surg ICUFind your calling at Mercy!Under the direction of the RN or LPN, assists in the individualized care of the patient to achieve the patient's highest level of wellness. Works cooperatively with others as part of a team; recognizes the importance of group goals. Performs designated clinical procedures and nonclinical support tasks essential to providing care to the patient.Position Details:Minimum Qualifications:Education: High school diploma, G.E.D. and enrolled in an approved or accredited nursing program. Prior to employment, the nurse tech shall provide student transcripts indicating they have completed Fundamentals of Nursing from an accredited school of nursing and provide competency skills list from their learning institution. The nurse tech must remain in good standing with their school of nursing while in this role. This program is for nursing students only, if a student leaves a program for any reason, they can no longer be a nurse tech.Certification(s): BLS Required within one month of hire.Physical Requirements:- Position requires the ability to push, pull, and/or lift 50 lbs. on a regular basis.- Position requires prolonged standing and walking during each shift.- Position requires the ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat to perform duties.Preferred Qualifications:Experience: EMT, Paramedic or Previous Patient Care ExperienceCertification(s): Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Certified Patient Care Tech (CPCT), Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced Unlicensed Assistant (AUA) in the state of practice.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.

<body><h3>Registered Nurse - Cardiac Renal (3400) PT Days (24 hours per week)</h3> <h1>Find your calling at Mercy!</h1>Overview: Utilizes the nursing process to provide patient care. Maintains professional accountability for provision of patient care for the assigned patients. Evaluates the overall effectiveness of care provided by other direct care givers. Coordinates the patient care in conjunction with other departments. Maintains patient rights and confidentiality of patient information. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.<h1>Position Details:</h1>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. Experience: Certifications: - Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association or successful completion of course within 30 days of hire. One or more of the certifications below may be required based on the position/unit hired to, or acquisition of certification within department required timeframe: - ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) - NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) - ENPC (Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course) - TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course) - CPHON (Certified Pediatric/Hematology/Oncology Nurses) - OCN (Oncology Certified Nurse) - BLS (Basic Life Support) - PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) - PEARS (Pediatric Assessment Recognition and Stabilization) - S.T.A.B.L.E. (Sugar, Temperature, Airway, Blood Pressure, Lab Work, And Emotional Support) Six Assessment &amp; Care Modules - C-EFM (Fetal Monitor Certification) - Other unit-specific certifications as required Other: Preferred Education: Preferred Licensure: Preferred Experience: Preferred Certifications: Preferred Other:Physical Requirements: •    Position requires the ability to push, pull, and/or lift 50 lbs on a regular basis. •    Position requires prolonged standing and walking during each shift. •    Position requires the ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat to perform duties.<h1>Why Mercy?</h1>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.</body>

Registered Nurse - Cardiac Renal (3400) PT Days (24 hours per week)Find your calling at Mercy!Overview:Utilizes the nursing process to provide patient care. Maintains professional accountability for provision of patient care for the assigned patients. Evaluates the overall effectiveness of care provided by other direct care givers. Coordinates the patient care in conjunction with other departments. Maintains patient rights and confidentiality of patient information. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.Position Details: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.Experience:Certifications:- Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association or successful completion of course within 30 days of hire.One or more of the certifications below may be required based on the position/unit hired to, or acquisition of certification within department required timeframe:- ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)- NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program)- ENPC (Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course)- TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course)- CPHON (Certified Pediatric/Hematology/Oncology Nurses)- OCN (Oncology Certified Nurse)- BLS (Basic Life Support)- PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)- PEARS (Pediatric Assessment Recognition and Stabilization)- S.T.A.B.L.E. (Sugar, Temperature, Airway, Blood Pressure, Lab Work, And Emotional Support) Six Assessment &amp; Care Modules- C-EFM (Fetal Monitor Certification)- Other unit-specific certifications as requiredOther:Preferred Education:Preferred Licensure:Preferred Experience:Preferred Certifications:Preferred Other:Physical Requirements:• Position requires the ability to push, pull, and/or lift 50 lbs on a regular basis.• Position requires prolonged standing and walking during each shift.• Position requires the ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat to perform duties.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.

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