New Graduate Registered Nurse Residency - Fort Smith
Mercy
Van Buren, AR
Find your calling at Mercy!
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.Position Details:
Mercy Fort Smith
New Graduate RN Residency
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Key Details
Program Start Date: We have residency cohorts starting on the upcoming dates:
February 16, 2026
July 06, 2026
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.
Opportunities: We provide new graduate placement within the following departments:
Cardiac
Critical Care/ICU Stepdown
Critical Care/Medical ICU
Emergency Department
Labor & Delivery
Medical Surgical
Medical/Telemetry
Mother/Baby
Neuro
NICU
Observation
Oncology
Ortho
Eligibility:
Required Experience - 12 months or less of nursing experience
Required Education - Nursing Degree from an accredited school
License – Temporary Nursing Arkansas license or nursing compact license
Certifications – Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association
We Offer Great Benefits:
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!
$20,000 Loan Forgiveness Available
Up to $2,000 annually in Tuition Assistance
Eligible for Premium Pay Program
Shift Differential Pay
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.
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