Registered Nurse - Home Health
Mercy · Mercy Hospital Ft Smith
What the posting says
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- Employment typeStated
- Full time
- Work arrangementStated
- On-site
- ShiftStated
- day, on call
RNs work a standard Monday–Friday schedule (8:00 AM – 4:30 PM) with occasional participation in weekend call rotation on a voluntary basis.
from the posting - EducationStated
- ['associate degree', 'bachelor degree', 'professional certificate']
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Requirements, each with its sentence from the posting
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- RN licensurerequired
Current RN licensure
from the posting - CPR certificationrequired
CPR certification
from the posting - Valid driver's licenserequired
Valid driver's license
from the posting - Nursing degreerequired
Graduate of an accredited nursing program
from the posting - Home health nursing experiencepreferred
1+ year of relevant nursing experience (home health or related field)
from the posting - Patient assessmentimplied
Monitor patient progress and communicate changes
from the posting - Care plan developmentimplied
Develop and update individualized care plans
from the posting - Patient educationimplied
Educate patients and caregivers on care plans, treatments, and medications
from the posting - Electronic documentationimplied
detailed electronic documentation and consistent use of technology
from the posting - Time managementimplied
requiring strong time management, independent decision-making
from the posting - Independent decision-makingimplied
strong time management, independent decision-making
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Find your calling at Mercy!
Position Details:
Find your calling at Mercy!
The Registered Nurse (RN) utilizes the nursing process to provide safe, effective, and patient-centered care while maintaining professional accountability for assigned patients. The RN evaluates the effectiveness of care provided by other direct caregivers and coordinates patient care collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams. This position upholds patient rights, maintains confidentiality, and performs all duties in alignment with Mercy’s mission, values, and Service Standards.
Position Details:
FSM Home Health provides short-term, insurance-approved care focused on delivering high-quality patient outcomes in the comfort of patients’ homes. Services are generally provided for 60 days or less, with care authorized in 60-day increments.
This role serves patients within a 50-mile radius of Fort Smith, Arkansas, supporting a defined service area limited to the state of Arkansas. RNs work a standard Monday–Friday schedule (8:00 AM – 4:30 PM) with occasional participation in weekend call rotation on a voluntary basis.
Home Health nursing offers a high level of autonomy, requiring strong time management, independent decision-making, and effective patient scheduling. The role involves detailed electronic documentation and consistent use of technology, making comfort with digital systems essential.
Candidates should be organized, adaptable, and confident working independently in the field. Reliable transportation is required, with mileage reimbursed per organizational policy.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver professional nursing care in the home setting following physician orders
Develop and update individualized care plans with measurable goals
Monitor patient progress and communicate changes to physicians and care team
Educate patients and caregivers on care plans, treatments, and medications
Coordinate services with interdisciplinary team members (PT, OT, ST, MSW, etc.)
Perform treatments and procedures in compliance with nursing standards and regulations
Assess home safety and report concerns, including potential neglect or abuse
Complete accurate, timely documentation (OASIS/Medicare/Medicaid guidelines)
Participate in on-call rotation, weekends, and holidays as needed
Support team collaboration, quality improvement, and patient satisfaction initiatives
Qualifications
Graduate of an accredited nursing program
Current RN licensure
Valid driver’s license
CPR certification
Preferred:
1+ year of relevant nursing experience (home health or related field)
Why Mercy?
From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support including RN to BSN Assistance, 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.
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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