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RN - ICU

Location: Fort Smith, Arkansas Employment Type: Travel Contract Length: 13 weeks Openings: 1

Schedule

Shift: Nights
Weekly Guaranteed Hours: 36 (3x12)
Weekend Hours: Every other weekend
Call Requirements: Does not require call

Unit Information

Specialty: ICU Stepdown
Beds: 16
Patient Ratio: 4:1
Equipment: Philips bedside monitors
EMR System: Epic
Float Requirements: Yes, as needed to ICU
Patient Types: Post-op, CV, Neuro, Full Stroke, Respiratory, Stepdown, ICU, and others

Required Qualifications

Valid RN license in Arkansas
Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
Driver's License
ICU (Intensive Care Unit) experience of 2 years
ICU (Intensive Care Unit) experience within the last year
ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
BLS (Basic Life Support)
NIHSS
Experience working with cardiac patients
Experience working with post-cardiovascular surgery patients, including post-CV surgery care
Stroke experience
Experience titrating cardiac drips (Nitro, Cardizem, Amio, Esmolol)
Experience with BiPAP
Experience utilizing Airvo

Dress Code

Black scrubs
No hoodies

Team Culture

Team-oriented staff

Facility Information

336-bed acute care hospital in Fort Smith, AR
Hospital safety grade: A (Leapfrog)

Facility

Mercy Hospital Fort Smith

3.7rating(19 reviews)

2 nurses recommend working with Mercy Hospital Fort Smith

Anonymous

PCU - Progressive Care Unit (RN)

5.0rating

Pros

Good collaboration between staff

Cons

Only issue was parking and that was because they were undergoing construction

Review of Mercy Hospital Fort Smith on Nov 25, 2025

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Short Term Acute Care
385 beds

ADDRESS7301 Rogers AvenueFort Smith, AR 72903

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About Fort Smith, AR

As a Travel Intensive Care Unit Nurse in Fort Smith, AR here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

Fort Smith's cost of living is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.

Weather

Average summer highs in Fort Smith are around 90°F, while winter lows can drop to around 30°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available in Fort Smith and can be found with relative ease.

Transportation

Fort Smith is car-friendly with easy access to major highways.
Public transportation options are limited.

Demographics

Fort Smith has a diverse population with a wide age range.
Common health issues may include allergies and respiratory conditions.
There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.

Things to Do

Fort Smith offers a variety of restaurants, including local Southern cuisine.
The city has a vibrant arts scene, live music venues, and is home to several sports teams.
Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy hiking, biking, and water activities along the Arkansas River.

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