Registered Nurse - Surgical Progressive Care Unit

Indiana University Health System • Indianapolis, IN

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About The Position

Part and Full-time roles are eligible for a $30,000 sign-on bonus — apply today to learn more! This position is referral eligible and currently qualifies for a NEW hourly wage differential in addition to standard shift and holiday differentials. More details about this differential will be provided during the interview process. Various Shifts/Scheduled Available Relocation incentives available for qualifying candidates Are you an upcoming nurse graduate or recent nurse graduate? Please apply through our pipeline requisition here: https://iuhealth.org/applyrn This pipeline requisition allows the IU Health Talent Acquisition team to pair upcoming & recent nurse graduates with the best opportunities available to them based on their unique skillset and interests. Thanks for your interest in joining the team! Indiana University Health is looking for passionate, experienced nurses to join our team and collaborate with top medical professionals. At IU Health, you will develop your career in significant ways, advancing healthcare and delivering the highest level of patient care. Being an IU Health nurse means building a professional nursing career designed by a culture that accepts your outstanding strengths and supports your personal and professional goals. If you are seeking an organization where you can develop clinical expertise, explore diverse career opportunities, embrace learning, cultivate new relationships, and fuel your spirit of inquiry, apply today. The Surgical Progressive Care Unit stands as a beacon of excellence and innovation in surgical services. Our dedicated team of nurses and specialists provide compassionate, exceptional care across a spectrum of surgical disciplines, including thoracic surgery, general surgery, otolaryngology, and urology surgeries. Our unit is proud to support a wide range of specialized surgeries, including: - Thoracic Surgery: Esophagectomy, Lung Resection - General Surgery: Whipple Procedure, Distal Pancreatectomy and Splenectomy, Liver Resection, Bowel Resection - Otolaryngology: Glossectomy, Mandibulectomy, Thyroidectomy, Neck Dissection - Urology Surgeries: Cystectomy, Retroperitoneal Lymph Node Dissection These procedures require expert post-operative care, and our team is trained and equipped to manage the complexities involved. Our approach is rooted in a commitment to patient safety, fostering positive outcomes through meticulous care and collaboration. We specialize in managing high acuity progressive care patients with intricate post-surgical needs, ensuring safety, positive outcomes, and teamwork at every step. Each member of our team plays a vital role in ensuring that every patient receives the highest standard of care. At the heart of our unit are the IU Health Values: Compassion, Excellence, Purpose, and Team. These values guide our daily operations and interactions, creating a supportive and empowering environment for both patients and team members. We take pride in our teamwork, where every voice is heard and every effort is valued, driving us toward continuous improvement and innovation. Together, we celebrate the unwavering dedication and remarkable achievements of the Surgical Progressive Care Unit. Through our specialized services, with a focus on quality improvement and compassionate care, we continue to make a profound impact on the lives of our patients and the future of surgical excellence. Nursing skills gained on this unit: Time management in a fast-paced environment Attention to detail Critical thinking skills Bedside skills Insertion of small-bore feeding tubes and bowel management devices Hemodynamic monitoring IV maintenance Therapeutic specialty bed maintenance Unit Culture Highlights Collaborative, team-based environment Learning is encouraged Culture of compassion

Requirements

• Requires an Associates of Nursing (ASN); Bachelors of Nursing (BSN) preferred.
• Requires an active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Indiana or an active Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) RN license.
• Requires that the RN has graduated from a nationally accredited nursing program.
• 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.

Benefits

• 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. The more you participate, the more you earn.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees