Registered Nurse- Operating Room

Indiana University Health System • Carmel, IN

47d • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an individual with a minimum of one year of RN experience for this role. Two years of OR experience is preferred. This role is within the IU Health North Operating Room (OR) which supports both adult and pediatric patients, offering a high-variety surgical experience. Specialties include general surgery, ortho (including joints and spine), urology, ENT, breast reductions, gynecology, robotics, and vascular. The team also supports healthy pediatric cases in partnership with Riley anesthesiologists. Nurses care for patients undergoing procedures such as bowel resections, hernia repairs, gastric bypass, mastectomies, reconstructions, joint replacements, spine surgeries, tonsils, ear tubes, and appendectomies, excluding neuro and cardiac procedures. The position is within a highly collaborative surgical team where nurses work closely with surgeons, anesthesia staff, CSTs, and OR assistants. Nurses care for one patient at a time, allowing for focused, high-quality care without additional family-management pressures during procedures. Team members often work together for full shifts, fostering strong relationships and a supportive culture.

Requirements

• Minimum of one year of RN experience.
• Associates of Nursing (ASN) required.
• Graduated from a nationally accredited nursing program (exceptions may apply for those with >2 years acute care experience, subject to CNO approval).
• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Indiana or an active Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) RN license.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the AHA.
• Other Advanced Life Support certifications may be required per unit/department specialty.

Nice To Haves

• Two years of OR experience preferred.
• Bachelor of Nursing (BSN) preferred.
• CNOR credentials.

Responsibilities

• Care for patients undergoing a wide range of surgical procedures.
• Collaborate closely with surgeons, anesthesia staff, CSTs, and OR assistants.
• Provide focused, high-quality care to one patient at a time during procedures.
• Utilize state-of-the-art surgical equipment, including the Intuitive da Vinci SP robot.
• Develop in-depth knowledge of anatomy & physiology relevant to surgical procedures.
• Participate in on-call requirements for weeknights and weekends.

Benefits

• Referral Bonus eligible
• Competitive benefits
• 401(K) retirement savings with employer match
• Employer paid medical leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Student loan forgiveness – IU Health qualifies under the public service loan forgiveness program
• Employee Assistance Program – Counseling at no cost
• Healthy Results - Participation in team member wellness programs for financial incentives

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree