Registered Nurse – Pre-Admission Testing

IU Health • Carmel, IN

2d • Onsite

About The Position

As part of our Pre‑Admission Testing team, you’ll be the critical first point of contact for patients prior to surgery or endoscopy at North Hospital. This role focuses on proactive pre‑procedure phone call, educating adult and pediatric patients and guardians on what to expect on surgery day, reviewing anesthesia‑driven medication holds, and identifying potential clinical concerns early. This individual will collaborate closely with anesthesiologists and surgeons to ensure patients are fully prepared and risks are addressed before they arrive. Candidates with strong experience in surgical and/or endoscopy procedures, especially three or more years. The ideal candidate will thrive in this fast‑paced, patient‑focused role.

Requirements

• Requires Associates of Nursing (ASN).
• The Registered Nurse (RN) must have graduated from a nationally accredited nursing program.
• Requires an active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Indiana or an active Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) RN license.
• Requires Basic Life Support certification through the AHA.
• Other Advanced Life Support certifications may be required per unit/department specialty according to patient care policies.
• Candidates with strong experience in surgical and/or endoscopy procedures, especially three or more years.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Nursing (BSN) preferred.
• 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).

Responsibilities

• Proactive pre-procedure phone call to educate adult and pediatric patients and guardians on what to expect on surgery day.
• Review anesthesia-driven medication holds.
• Identify potential clinical concerns early.
• Collaborate closely with anesthesiologists and surgeons to ensure patients are fully prepared and risks are addressed before they arrive.

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: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree