RN Clinical Supervisor - NICU

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Mercy Hospital Ft Smith Until 9/28/2026 3+ years exp First posted July 30, 2026 Last posted July 30, 2026
Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

The Clinical Supervisor provides leadership and oversight to ensure safe, high-quality, and cost-effective patient care. This role coordinates staffing, patient flow, and resource utilization while supporting productivity and financial goals. The Clinical Supervisor collaborates with physicians, leaders, and coworkers to improve processes, maintain appropriate staffing levels, and promote positive patient outcomes.

As a servant leader, the Clinical Supervisor mentors and supports staff, drives change initiatives, recognizes team achievements, and fosters professional growth. They hold team members accountable for performance, policy compliance, and regulatory standards while actively participating in employee evaluations with the Clinical Manager. All responsibilities are performed in alignment with Mercy's Mission, Values, and Service Standards.

Position Details:

SIGN ON BONUS AVAILABLE

10,000 Sign On Bonus for full-time RNs with at least 1 year of experience

NO CONTRACT

What You'll Do

  • Coordinate and oversee daily nursing care for NICU patients.

  • Lead and support nursing staff while promoting teamwork and accountability.

  • Serve as a clinical resource and mentor for coworkers.

  • Collaborate with physicians, leaders, and interdisciplinary teams to ensure excellent patient outcomes.

  • Assist with staffing coordination and operational needs.

  • Promote patient safety, quality improvement, and regulatory compliance.

  • Address patient, family, and staff concerns with professionalism and compassion.

  • Support a culture of engagement, shared governance, and Nursing Excellence.

Qualifications

Required

  • Graduate of an accredited nursing program.

  • Current RN license in the applicable state of practice.

  • 3–5 years of hospital nursing experience.

  • Current BLS (Healthcare Provider) certification or ability to obtain within probationary period.

  • Strong communication, leadership, and clinical decision-making skills.

Preferred

  • Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN).

  • Leadership or charge nurse experience.

  • Relevant specialty certifications.

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.

About this role

Summary

Lead NICU nursing team, ensure patient safety, coordinate staff, and uphold care standards

Job title

RN Clinical Supervisor - NICU

Experience level

3-5 years

Minimum experience

3+ years exp

Industry

healthcare

Location requirements

On-site at Mercy Hospital Ft Smith, no remote work allowed

Salary

Not specified

Management role

Yes

Skills & keywords

Required skills

RN licenseBLS certificationleadershipclinical decision-makingcommunication

Preferred skills

BSNleadership experiencespecialty certifications

Specializations

NICUleadershipclinical supervisionpatient care
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Fort Smith, AR, USA

On-site City