Registered Nurse- PACU

Indiana University Health System • Carmel, IN

13d • Onsite

About The Position

Part and Full-time roles are eligible for a $30,000 sign-on bonus — apply today to learn more! We are seeking an individual with a minimum of two years of RN experience for this role. Our PACU offers a highly specialized, fast‑paced environment where expert nurses care for adult and pediatric patients in the immediate post‑anesthesia phase. Our 32‑bay unit supports a weekday‑only surgical schedule with strong interdisciplinary collaboration and exceptional support from anesthesiologists and surgeons. Nurses typically care for patients at a 1:1 ratio for pediatrics and 1:2 for adults, allowing for focused, high‑quality recovery care with minimal prolonged patient interaction. Our team is known for its supportive, collaborative culture. Join our well‑tenured PACU where nurses genuinely support one another and collaborate seamlessly! Referral Bonus Eligible Shifts: 10-10:30 mid shift, self‑scheduling, mid‑shift hours; on‑call coverage Nursing skills gained on this unit: Critical thinking at an ICU level of care Management of chest tubes, ART lines, new tracheostomy Airway management for adults, pediatrics, and tracheostomy patients Interdisciplinary collaboration with OR nurses, advanced practitioners, surgeons, and anesthesiologists Unit Successes/Designations: Multiple Daisy Nominees and 1 Daisy winner in 2025 IU North hosted the Indiana Society of Perianesthesia Nursing fall conference in 2025 Unit Culture Highlights: Active and engaged professional governance council Regular retention activities including peer milestone celebrations, unit activities, and scheduled outings outside of work A highly diverse team of nurses with an array of clinical backgrounds – from PICU, peds ED, adult ED, ICU, anesthesia nursing

Requirements

• Minimum of two years of RN experience.
• Associates of Nursing (ASN) required; Bachelor of Nursing (BSN) preferred.
• Graduated from a nationally accredited nursing program. Exceptions: Candidates who have not graduated from a nationally accredited program may be considered if they possess more than two years of acute care experience. Such exceptions are subject to review and approval by the Chief Nursing Officer (CNO).
• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Indiana or an active Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) RN license.
• Basic Life Support certification through the AHA.
• Other Advanced Life Support certifications may be required per unit/department specialty according to patient care policies.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Nursing (BSN) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Care for adult and pediatric patients in the immediate post-anesthesia phase.
• Manage chest tubes, ART lines, and new tracheostomies.
• Perform airway management for adults, pediatrics, and tracheostomy patients.
• Collaborate with OR nurses, advanced practitioners, surgeons, and anesthesiologists.

Benefits

• Sign-on bonus ($30,000 for part and full-time roles).
• 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 to you.
• Healthy Results - Participation in our team member wellness programs award points that contribute toward a biweekly financial incentive in your paycheck.

What This Job Offers

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