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Step Down RN
Fort Smith, Arkansas
Mercy Hospital Fort Smith

$1,754-2,074/week

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RN - Step Down

Overview

Location: Fort Smith, Arkansas
Employment type: Travel
Specialty: Stepdown
Shift: Night
Weekly guaranteed hours: 36
Contract length: 13 weeks
Call: As needed by unit
Float: Med Surg
Patient ratio: 5:1
Scrub color: Black

Required Qualifications

Valid RN license in Arkansas
Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
Driver's License
BLS
ACLS
NIHSS
PCU - Progressive Care Unit experience within the last year
PCU - Progressive Care Unit (2 years of experience)

Required Experience / Skills

Experience with post-cardiac surgery patients
Experience titrating cardiac drips (Nitro, Cardizem, Amio, Esmolol)
Experience with BiPAP
Experience with Airvos
Med Surg experience
Ability to recognize a deteriorating patient

Work Environment

Comfortable with rapid turnaround and changing priorities

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

PCU - Progressive Care Unit (RN)

May '23 - Aug '23

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 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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