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Step Down RN
Fort Smith, Arkansas
Mercy Hospital Fort Smith

$1,670-2,056/week
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Job info

Registered Nurse - Step Down

Location

  • Fort Smith, Arkansas

Employment Type

  • Travel contract
  • Contract length: 13 weeks

Shift

  • Night shift
  • Weekly guaranteed hours: 36
  • Call requirements: As needed by unit

Unit Information

  • Patient ratio: 5:1
  • Float requirements: Medical-Surgical unit
  • Electronic Medical Record system: EPIC

Required Qualifications

  • Valid RN license in Arkansas
  • Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
  • Minimum 1 year of Progressive Care Unit (PCU) experience within the last year
  • Experience with post-cardiovascular surgeries
  • Ability to titrate cardiac drips including Nitro, Cardizem, Amiodarone, Esmolol

Work Environment and Culture

  • Comfortable with rapid turnaround and changing priorities
  • Dress code: Black scrubs

Additional Notes

  • Patient population includes those requiring step down care after cardiac procedures
  • Facility recognized for exceptional customer service and patient safety (Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade “A”)

Facility

Mercy Hospital Fort Smith

3.7rating(19 reviews)

2 nurses recommend working with Mercy Hospital Fort Smith

5.0rating

Pros

Good collaboration between staff

Cons

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

Christopher M
Christopher M
PCU - Progressive Care Unit (RN)
May '23 - Aug '23
Review of Mercy Hospital Fort Smith on Nov 25, 2025
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Mercy Hospital Fort Smith
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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 Cardiac Stepdown 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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