Registered Nurse - Orthopedic Surgical

Indiana University Health System • Muncie, DE

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Indiana University Health is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to provide compassionate, high-quality care on the Ortho / Neuro Unit at Ball Memorial in Muncie, Indiana. The newly remodeled unit has 25 private beds and cares for total joint, general orthopedic, spine, and neurosurgery patients. Nurses work with orthopedic surgeons, neurosurgeons, and a multidisciplinary care team in a fast-paced environment with quick patient turnover.

The role offers opportunities to develop clinical expertise in orthopedic and neurological care, including dressing changes, postoperative ambulation, brace application, wound-vac care, IV therapy and medications, and pre- and postoperative care. The team includes a dedicated orthopedic coordinator and collaborates with physical therapy, case management, social work, hospitalists, surgeons, and nursing staff. The unit has received the Healthgrades Joint Replacement Excellence Award in 2023 and has previously held Joint Commission certifications in total hip and knee replacement and hip fracture care.

Requirements

• Associate of Nursing (ASN) required.
• Must have graduated from a nationally accredited nursing program. Candidates from a non-accredited program may be considered with more than two years of acute care experience, subject to review and approval by the Chief Nursing Officer.
• Current Indiana Registered Nurse license required.
• Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association required.
• Other Advanced Life Support certifications may be required depending on unit or department specialty and patient-care policies.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Nursing (BSN) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care for total joint, general orthopedic, spine, and neurosurgery patients.
• Perform orthopedic nursing care, including dressing changes, postoperative ambulation, and brace application.
• Provide wound-vac care, IV therapy, and medications.
• Provide preoperative and postoperative care for orthopedic, neurological, and spine patients.
• Collaborate with orthopedic surgeons, neurosurgeons, physical therapy, case management, social work, hospitalists, and nursing staff.

Benefits

• Increased pay scale for bedside nurses
• Competitive benefits
• 401(k) retirement savings with employer match
• Employer-paid medical leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Eligibility for student loan forgiveness through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program
• Employee Assistance Program counseling at no cost
• Team-member wellness program with points that contribute toward a biweekly financial incentive

What This Job Offers

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