RN - Dedicated Education Unit/DEU (3300) - FT (Days)

Company: Mercy
Location: Fort Smith
Posted on: February 8, 2025

Job Description:

SIGN ON BONUS AVAILABLE $10,000 Sign On Bonus for full-time RNs with at least 1 year of experience (NO CONTRACT) Education Unit Overview: Are you interested in continuing your nursing career in an innovative educational environment , while making an impact on the next generation of nurses? If you're looking to maximize your earning potential all while having more hands to share the workloa d- t his position is for you! The new Mercy Hospital Fort Smith Dedicated Education Unit is an 18-bed unit focused on teaching eager and upcoming graduate nurses the fundamental skills necessary to be successful. We are looking to build a team of highly engaged nurses who have a passion for education, patient care, and best practices. This unit will care for Medical Telemetry patients with a 4:1 patient to nurse ratio (day shift only). Each nurse will act as a preceptor to two senior level nursing students who will take total care of the 4 patients. A clinical rotation preceptor will also be available for support/oversight of the students . By joining the Dedicated Education Unit at Mercy, you will have a direct impact on the future of nursing , while progressing your leadership skillset for YOUR future in nursing! Incentives:

• 1+ Years Experienced Nurse Sign on Bonus up to $10,000 for select departments
• Relocation Assistance up to $3,000 per policy
• Stay Premium Program- up to $8/hour based on years of Mercy service
• Education Assistance
  • Up to $20,000 Loan Forgiveness for new grad nurses
  • Tuition Reimbursement $2,000 per year
  • Day-One comprehensive medical, dental & vision insurance
  • PTO/Vacation Time
  • Employer-Matched Retirement Funds
  • Shift Differentials
  • New Increased Weekend Option Differential: $7.50 RN/$5.50 LPN Qualifications:
    • Education : Graduated from a school of nursing (Associate's Degree, Diploma, or BSN).
    • Licensure : Is personally responsible for obtaining, and maintaining, a current RN license within the hiring state and/or compact licensure in which nursing duties are performed and must meet all state board of nursing requirements.
    • Certifications: Must have American Heart Association Healthcare Provider card or complete a course within probationary period. Must have ACLS and BLS or obtain within 90 days of hire. Mercy has determined this is a safety-sensitive position. The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner is an essential function of this job.

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