Registered Nurse - Cardiac Stepdown (3500) FT Nights
Fort Smith, AR, United States
- Healthcare
- Full-time
- cardiac nurse
- registered nurse
- patient care
This role involves providing specialized nursing care to higher acuity cardiac and respiratory patients in a fast-paced stepdown unit. The nurse coordinates patient care with interdisciplinary teams, maintains professional accountability, and upholds patient rights and confidentiality. It is an excellent opportunity for nurses aiming to advance toward ICU or ER specialties within a supportive healthcare environment.
Find your calling at Mercy!
Overview:Utilizes the nursing process to provide patient care. Maintains professional accountability for provision of patient care for the assigned patients. Evaluates the overall effectiveness of care provided by other direct care givers. Coordinates the patient care in conjunction with other departments. Maintains patient rights and confidentiality of patient information. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.
Position Details:
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.
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.




