Nursing Director - Emergency Department at Mercy, Mercy Hospital Ft Smith
Nursing Director - Emergency Department at Mercy in Mercy Hospital Ft Smith. Full-time. Est. up to $160k. Apply with swipeandhired.
Find your calling at Mercy!
Position Details:
Lead the largest Emergency Department in Arkansas!
Mercy Fort Smith has recently completed a $162 million expansion, creating one of the most advanced emergency care environments in the region:
- Emergency Department expanded from 29 to 50 treatment rooms
- ICU expanded from 38 to 64 beds
- Capacity to support approximately 25,000 additional patient visits annually
- 74,000 annual ED visits
- Level III Trauma Center
About the Role
The Director of Emergency Services provides strategic and operational leadership for a fast-paced Emergency Department, ensuring the delivery of exceptional patient-centered care while advancing organizational goals, regulatory compliance, trauma standards, and emergency medicine best practices.
Working closely with physicians, EMS partners, trauma leadership, and interdisciplinary teams, you'll lead a highly engaged team focused on improving outcomes, enhancing the patient experience, and supporting the growing healthcare needs of our community.
Why Mercy Fort Smith?
- Largest Emergency Department in Arkansas
- Recently expanded through a $162 million investment
- Growing patient volumes and community impact
- Collaborative physician and leadership partnerships
- Mission-driven organization committed to serving others
- Opportunity to lead during a period of significant growth and transformation
Benefits
- Bonus eligible
- Relocation assistance available
- Flexible Time Off (FTO)
- Day-one medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) with employer match
- Professional growth and leadership development opportunities
Qualifications
Required
- Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing
- Current RN licensure in the applicable state of practice
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing
- 3-5 years of leadership or administrative experience
- 3-5 years of relevant clinical experience
Preferred
- Master's Degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, or related field
Make an Impact. Lead a growing Emergency Department, develop high-performing teams, and help shape emergency care for the communities Mercy serves across the Fort Smith region.
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.