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Medical ICU Registered Nurse
Fort Smith, Arkansas
Mercy Hospital Fort Smith

$1,719-1,971/week
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Travel RN Opportunity – Medical ICU

Location: Fort Smith, Arkansas
Contract Length: 13 weeks


Position Details

  • Specialty: Medical ICU
  • Shift: Nights (3 shifts per week, 12 hours each)
  • Weekly Guaranteed Hours: 36
  • Weekend Hours: Every other weekend
  • Call Requirements: None
  • Number of Openings: 1
  • Float Requirements: Must float to stepdown and med-surg units

Required Certifications

  • Current Arkansas RN Licensure
  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)

Experience Requirements

  • Minimum 2+ years of experience in Medical ICU (critical care)
  • Prior travel experience is NOT required

Skills and Competencies

  • Critical Care experience mandatory
  • Must pass a medication and math competency test with a 90% passing grade (may retake once) before administering medications
  • Preferred: CCRN certification

Unit Information

  • Number of Beds: 32
  • Patient Ratios: 2:1 and 3:1
  • EMR System: EPIC
  • Fast-paced environment; looking for upbeat and driven nurses

Dress Code

  • Scrub Color: Black
  • No open-toe shoes allowed

This position offers the opportunity to work in a well-established acute care hospital with a strong focus on compassionate, expert care in a dynamic ICU setting.

Facility

Mercy Hospital Fort Smith

3.8rating(18 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 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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