Primary Care-Nurse RN Fort Smith

Find your calling at Mercy! Under the direction of the primary care operations team, the Primary Care Nurse works directly with Mercy Primary Care Providers to provide safe, timely, effective, efficient, equitable, patient-centered care in a systematic way. The Primary Care Nurse will partner with patients, providers, and other members of the clinical care team to drive quality outcomes for an attributed panel.Position Details : Minimum Qualifications : Licensure : Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program; Consideration will be given for comparable education experience and successful 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. Preferred Qualifications : Certification(s) : 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 - BLS (Basic Life Support) certification through the American Heart Association or successful completion of course within 30 days of hire - IV Certification within 1 year of hire - Other unit-specific certifications as required. 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.