*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 workload- this 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! If you would like to connect with a Recruiter for additional questions, please reach out to Alex at Alexandria.Swezey@Mercy.Net. 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.