Information Technology Jobs in Fort Smith

Find your calling at Mercy!Mercy Float Pool offers opportunities to meet new people, expand your skills and knowledge through new challenging assignments- and give you the opportunity to pass on skills and knowledge to others!  

The RN will provide competent care to patients in the following settings: Med Surg, Ortho, Cardiac, Cardiac Neuro, PCU, and Critical Care areas. The RN will float to each department as needed.  Position Details:

 Qualifications:

• Education: Graduate of a state approved professional nurse program.
• 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.
• Experience: Must have a minimum of 1 year nursing experience in acute care. Six months of this experience should be within the last year.
• Certification/Registration: Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association or successful completion of course within 30 days of hire.
• Other Skills--Working Conditions, Mental and Physical Requirements: Stand and walk most of the time on duty. Meet unit specific physical demands. Significant amount of bending and stooping, as well as lifting and turning patients with assistance. May be required to work differing schedules, shifts, days of the week, or work frequency according to patient care requirements. High risk exposure to blood and body fluids. Physical demands are attached plus push, pull, and grip up to 40 lbs., pinch up to 10 lbs., kneel, crouch, and crawl minimally.
• Equipment Used: Unit Specific

Incentives:

• Stay Premium Program- based on years of Mercy service
• Day-One comprehensive medical, dental & vision insurance
• PTO/Vacation Time Frontloaded
• Employer-Matched Retirement Funds
• Shift/Float Differentials

Why Mercy?

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.

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.

Find your calling at Mercy!Mercy Fort Smith’s Med Surg Service Line is made up of 8 specialty units that will provide experience with patient populations with a varying range of diagnoses and care needs. Functionally, these units house and care for patients who are preparing for or recovering from medical and surgical interventions. While you will have a “home unit”, we cross-train our nurses between the various specialties to provide a strong foundational knowledge of all types of patient conditions, comorbidities, procedures, etc. Whether you are a new grad nurse looking to build a strong base before launching into your future career/educational plans or an experienced nurse who enjoys variety in their everyday work, Med Surg is the place for you!Position Details:

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.

Why Mercy?

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.

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.

Find your calling at Mercy!Registered Nurse – Cardiac/Respiratory Unit

Join our fast-paced, high-energy team caring for higher acuity cardiac and respiratory patients. This 25-bed unit is an excellent starting point for nurses with long-term goals in ICU or ER settings.Position Details:SIGN ON BONUS AVAILABLE10,000 Sign On Bonus for full-time RNs with at least 1 year of experienceNO CONTRACT

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.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver patient-centered care using the nursing process.

• Maintain professional accountability for assigned patients.

• Evaluate care provided by other direct caregivers.

• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care.

• Uphold patient rights and confidentiality.

• Perform duties in alignment with our mission, values, and Mercy service standards.

Unit Details:

• Patient Population: Higher acuity cardiac and respiratory

• Nurse-to-Patient Ratio: 4:1 or 5:1

• UAP-to-Patient Ratio: 9:1

• Unit Size: 32 beds

• Environment: Fast-paced, high-energy; ideal for nurses pursuing ICU or ER careers

Why Mercy?

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.

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.

Find your calling at Mercy!As a Charge RN, you’ll use your nursing knowledge and judgment to assess patients, plan their care, support the team, and help make sure everything on the unit runs smoothly. You’ll guide care from start to finish—planning, coordinating, and evaluating—to ensure patients receive safe, high‑quality care.Position Details:SIGN ON BONUS AVAILABLE10,000 Sign On Bonus for full-time RNs with at least 1 year of experienceNO CONTRACT

Neuro 4400 Unit Details:

• Beds: 18

• Nurse-to-Patient Ratio: 6:1

• Patient Population:  Stroke and back surgery; patients with neurological/neurosurgical/surgical and urological diagnosis.

Qualifications:

• Education: Graduate of an accredited nursing program (Associate degree, Diploma, or BSN).

• Licensure: Current RN license in the hiring state and/or compact licensure; must meet state board requirements.

• Certifications: American Heart Association BLS and ACLS required or obtained within 90 days of hire.

Why Mercy?

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.

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.

Find your calling at Mercy!Utilizes the nursing process to provide patient care under the supervision of person(s) licensed by a State regulatory board to prescribe medication and treatment, or under the direction of a Registered Professional Nurse (RN). Maintains professional accountability for provision of patient care for the assigned patients. Coordinates the patient care in conjunction with other departments.Position Details:

Minimum Qualifications:
Education: Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program; Consideration will be given for comparable education experience and successful licensure.
Licensure: Is personally responsible for obtaining, and maintaining a current LPN license within the hiring state in which nursing duties are performed and must meet all State Board of Nursing requirements
Experience: Can be new or experienced LPN
Certifications: Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association or successful completion of course within 30 days of hire
NOTE: one or more of the certifications below may be required based on the position/unit hired to, or acquisition of certification within department required timeframe:
•    ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
•    PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
•    PEARS (Pediatric Assessment Recognition and Stabilization)
•    S.T.A.B.L.E. (Sugar, Temperature, Airway, Blood Pressure, Lab Work, And Emotional Support) 
•    Six Assessment & Care Modules
•    Other unit-specific certifications as required
Physical Requirements/Demands: Stand/Walk most of the time on duty; significant amount of bending and stooping, as well as lifting and turning patients with assistance; push/pull/grip up to 50 pounds

Preferred Qualifications:
Preferred Education:
Preferred Licensure:
Preferred Experience:
Preferred Certifications: IV Certification within 1 year of hire
Preferred Other:

Physical Requirements:

• Position requires individuals to push, pull, and/or lift 50 pounds on a regular basis.                                                                                                                        
• Position requires prolonged standing and walking each shift.                                                                                                                             
• Position requires the ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat to perform duties.                  

Why Mercy?

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.

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.

Find your calling at Mercy!Join Mercy Fort Smith’s Med Surg Service Line, a dynamic department made up of 8 specialty units that care for patients preparing for or recovering from a wide range of medical and surgical interventions. With a dedicated “home unit” and opportunities for cross‑training across specialties, our nurses build a strong clinical foundation while gaining exposure to diverse patient conditions, procedures, and comorbidities. Whether you're a new graduate ready to launch your nursing career or an experienced RN seeking variety in your daily work, Med Surg is the place to grow.Position Details:SIGN ON BONUS AVAILABLE10,000 Sign On Bonus for full-time RNs with at least 1 year of experienceNO CONTRACT

Ortho 4300 Unit Details:

• Beds: 18

• Nurse-to-Patient Ratio: 6:1

• Patient Population: Orthopedic and trauma patients, including total hips, total knees, traumatic injuries, and patients with neurological/neurosurgical diagnoses.

Qualifications:

• Education: Graduate of an accredited nursing program (Associate degree, Diploma, or BSN).

• Licensure: Current RN license in the hiring state and/or compact licensure; must meet state board requirements.

• Certifications: American Heart Association BLS and ACLS required or obtained within 90 days of hire.

Why Mercy?

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.

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.

Find your calling at Mercy!As a Charge RN, you’ll use your nursing knowledge and judgment to assess patients, plan their care, support the team, and help make sure everything on the unit runs smoothly. You’ll guide care from start to finish—planning, coordinating, and evaluating—to ensure patients receive safe, high‑quality care.Position Details:SIGN ON BONUS AVAILABLE10,000 Sign On Bonus for full-time RNs with at least 1 year of experienceNO CONTRACT

Med/Tele 5400 Unit Details:

• Beds: 18

• Nurse-to-Patient Ratio: 6:1

• Patient Population: Higher acuity cardiac and respiratory patients.

Qualifications:

• Education: Graduate of an accredited nursing program (Associate degree, Diploma, or BSN).

• Licensure: Current RN license in the hiring state and/or compact licensure; must meet state board requirements.

• Certifications: American Heart Association BLS and ACLS required or obtained within 90 days of hire.

Why Mercy?

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.

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.

Find your calling at Mercy!Dedicated Orientation Unit Overview:
Are you interested in continuing your nursing career in an innovative educational environment, while making an impact on new Mercy caregivers? 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 Orientation Unit is an 18-bed unit focused on teaching eager newly hired Mercy caregivers 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 6:1 patient to nurse ratio. Each nurse will act as a preceptor to two newly hired Mercy caregivers. By joining the Dedicated Orientation Unit at Mercy, you will have a direct impact on the future of nursing, while progressing your leadership skillset for YOUR future in nursing!Position Details:

*SIGN ON BONUS AVAILABLE*

$10,000 Sign On Bonus for full-time RNs

with at least 1 year of experience

(NO CONTRACT)

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

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.

• Experience: Must have a minimum of three years of working nursing experience. 

• Preferred Experience: Prior mentor or preceptor experience. Prior medical surgical experience highly favored. 

• 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.

Why Mercy?

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.

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.

Find your calling at Mercy!Our Med Surg Service Line offers a dynamic environment where you’ll gain experience across 8 specialty units, caring for patients with a wide range of diagnoses and needs. These units support patients preparing for or recovering from medical and surgical interventions, giving you the opportunity to build a strong foundation in diverse clinical skills.

While you’ll have a home unit, we believe in cross-training to broaden your expertise and confidence in caring for patients with varying conditions, comorbidities, and procedures. Whether you’re a new graduate looking to launch your nursing career or an experienced LPN seeking variety and growth, Med Surg is the perfect place to thrive.Position Details:

Why Choose Mercy?

• Stay Premium Program – Earn up to $8/hour extra based on years of Mercy service.

• Education Assistance – Tuition reimbursement up to $2,000 per year.

• Day-One Benefits – Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.

• Generous PTO and vacation time.

• Employer-Matched Retirement Plan.

• Shift Differentials for evenings, nights, and weekends.

Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program (or equivalent experience with licensure).

• Licensure: Current LPN license in the state of practice; must meet all State Board of Nursing requirements.

• Certifications:

  • BLS (Basic Life Support) – required within 30 days of hire.

  • Additional certifications may be required based on unit (ACLS, PALS, PEARS, S.T.A.B.L.E., IV Certification within 1 year).

Why Mercy?

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.

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.

Find your calling at Mercy!Responsible and accountable for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating the care for the peri-operative patient in accordance with the plan of care, established hospital and departmental policies, procedures and standards of care. Communicates findings as indicated to appropriate persons and documents same in the patient's medical record. Responsible for managing/overseeing the care and services provided by ancillary and other professional personnel. Responsible for managing supplies and other equipment within the unit. Develops and maintains a collaborative and collegial relationship with physicians and interdepartmental personnel as they relate to the care of the surgical patient. Participates in marketing of operating room services to the medical staff. Maintains competent peri-operative skill level to ensure provision of safe quality patient care is sensitive to the needs of patients, families and fellow co-workers; plans and provides professional nursing care for patients in accordance with age-specific needs; plan and provides professional nursing care for patients in accordance with any identified cultural diversity needs (such as religions, lifestyles, beliefs, physical capabilities, and cultures); plans and provides professional nursing care for patients by assuring appropriate and effective pain management; assess, report, and assist any patients that present with evidence of abuse and/or neglect; and supports the mission of Mercy. Co-workers are expected to abide by Mercy Hospital safety and infection control policies to maintain a safe environment for patients and co-workers. The RN assures that the philosophy, mission, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of Mercy are followed.Position Details:

Education: Graduate of an accredited nursing school. Successful completion of medication administration math competency test.
Licensure: RN licensure in the state of practice.
Experience: Working knowledge and competency in basic procedures as defined as: General procedures, GYN, EENT, Urology, Orthopedic procedures (i.e., ORIF ankle, or hip with cannulated screws, knee arthroscopy, I & D washouts, fasciotomy, AKA, BKA, closed reduction with or without pinning, DHS), Plastic procedures, Basic Cardiovascular procedure (i.e., mediastinoscopy, carotid endarterectomy, pacemaker, creation of AV fistula, pericardial window) and Basic neurological procedures (i.e., single level spine, simple burr holes, single level decompression and carpal tunnel).
Certifications: CPR ACLS or scheduled in next available class.

Preferred Experience: One year medical-surgical experience and/or one year operating room experience preferred.
Preferred Other: Progressive leadership skills desired.

Physical Requirements:
•    Position requires the ability to push, pull, and/or lift 50 lbs on a regular basis.
•    Position requires prolonged standing and walking during each shift.
•    Position requires the ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat to perform duties.

Why Mercy?

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.

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.