Clinical Supervisor | Stepdown | Nights

Job overview

The Clinical Supervisor, Stepdown role is onsite in Fort Smith, AR, and compensation is not specified. The position supports Mercy’s delivery of safe, high-quality, cost-effective patient care. The supervisor oversees daily unit operations, staffing, resources, and patient flow while working with interdisciplinary teams. Coaching staff, supporting compliance, and leading quality initiatives help maintain accountable care and a positive work environment.

What you'll do

• Oversee patient care delivery and coordination
• ensure appropriate staffing and collaborate on patient flow and bed management
• mentor and coach staff
• promote engagement and shared governance
• communicate with leadership, staff, and providers
• support regulatory compliance and accreditation
• participate in performance improvement and root cause analyses
• address patient concerns and support service recovery.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

clinical supervisor

stepdown

nursing leadership

fort smith ar

mercy

nights

$10,000 sign-on bonus

full-time rn

patient flow

staff development

quality improvement

no contract

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• paid time off
• tuition support
• matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Why this role

The posting advertises a $10,000 sign-on bonus for full-time RNs with at least one year of experience and states no contract is required. Requires an accredited nursing program graduate and current RN license; 3–5 years of hospital nursing experience is listed.

About the employer

Mercy is hiring for this role. Industry: General Medical and Surgical Hospitals. Sector: 62.