Surgical Nurse Specialist

2 weeks ago


Fort Smith, Arkansas, United States Mercy Full time
Med-Surg Overview

Mercy Fort Smith's Med Surg Service Line is comprised of 7 specialty units, providing experience with patient populations having a varying range of diagnoses and care needs.

These units house and care for patients preparing for or recovering from medical and surgical interventions. Our nurses are cross-trained between the various specialties to provide a strong foundational knowledge of all types of patient conditions, comorbidities, procedures, etc.

Surgical Details

Patient Population: Gastric Bypass, and any surgery dealing with the abdominal areas

All 29 rooms are equipped for cardiac telemetry. The purpose of this unit is to provide close monitoring and nursing care to adult surgical patients, specifically abdominal, thoracic, and vascular and other surgeries.

Nurse to Patient Ratio: 6:1

# of Beds: 26

UAP to patient ratio: 9:1

Incentives

1+ Years Experienced Nurse Sign on Bonus up to $10,000

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

Experience: Minimum 3 years bedside related experience

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

What Makes You a Good Match for Mercy?

Compassion and professionalism go hand-in-hand with us. Having a positive outlook and a strong sense of advocacy is in perfect step with our mission and vision. We're also collaborative and unafraid to do a little extra to deliver excellent care – that's just part of our commitment.



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