New Graduate Nurse Residency - Fort Smith

Find your calling at Mercy!\n

Mercy Fort Smith, Arkansas offers a transition-to-practice Nurse residency program designed to support the newly licensed nurses as you transition from student to confident and independent professional nursing practice. This structured, evidence-based program offers comprehensive and individualized department orientation, hands-on clinical training and ongoing mentorship to ensure a smooth and successful entry into your professional career. The program provides collaboration with experienced preceptors, targeted educational sessions, and a supportive environment that fosters critical thinking, clinical judgment, and professional growth.\n

Position Details:\n

Mercy Fort Smith New Graduate RN ResidencyApply Today!\n

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Key Details

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Program Start Date: We have residency cohorts starting on the upcoming dates:

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• February 15, 2027
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Duration: The program lasts one year, providing extensive support and training to help new nurses navigate their first year in practice and prepare them for a lasting and fulfilling professional career.

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Opportunities: We provide new graduate placement within the following departments:

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• Cardiac
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• Critical Care/ICU Stepdown
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• Critical Care/Medical ICU
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• Emergency Department
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• Labor & Delivery
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• Medical Surgical
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• Medical/Telemetry
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• Mother/Baby
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• Neuro
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• NICU
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• Observation
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• Oncology
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• Ortho
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Eligibility:

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• Required Experience - 12 months or less of nursing experience
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• Required Education - Nursing Degree from an accredited school
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• License – Temporary Nursing Arkansas license or nursing compact license
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• Certifications – Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association
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We Offer Great Benefits:

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Day-one comprehensive health, vision and dental coverage, PTO, tuition reimbursement and employer-matched retirement funds are just a few of the great benefits offered to eligible co-workers, including those working 32 hours or more per pay period!

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• $20,000 Loan Forgiveness Available
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• Up to $2,000 annually in Tuition Assistance
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• Eligible for Premium Pay Program
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• Shift Differential Pay
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Why Mercy?\n

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From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

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Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.