Medical ICU RN
Fort Smith, Arkansas
Mercy Hospital Fort Smith

Travel RN Opportunity - Medical ICU

Location: Fort Smith, Arkansas
Specialty: Medical ICU
Employment Type: Travel
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Position Details

• Shift: Days, 3x12 hour shifts
• Weekly Guaranteed Hours: 36
• Weekend Hours: Every other weekend
• Call Requirements: None
• Float Requirements: Must float to stepdown and med-surg units
• Patient Ratios: 2:1 and 3:1
• Unit Beds: 32
• EMR System: EPIC

Required Qualifications

• Current Arkansas RN Licensure
• BLS (Basic Life Support)
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)
• Minimum 2+ years of experience in Medical ICU
• Must pass a medication and math competency test with a 90% passing grade (may retake once) before administering medications

Preferred Qualifications

• CCRN certification

Work Environment & Culture

• Fast-paced unit
• Looking for upbeat and driven nurses
• Dress code: Black scrubs, no open-toe shoes

Additional Notes

• Critical care experience is mandatory to ensure patient safety
• The unit emphasizes competency in medication administration and dosage calculations
• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required for this position

This role offers an opportunity to work in a well-established acute care hospital with a strong tradition of compassionate care and advanced services.