Registered Nurse (EGH), Outpatient Surgery, Full-Time Days

Beacon Health System•Elkhart, IN

41d•Onsite

About The Position

Beacon Health System is hiring a full-time day-shift Registered Nurse in Outpatient Surgery at Elkhart General Hospital in Elkhart, IN. Type: Full-Time / FTE 0.9 (36 hrs/wk) Shift: Days Shift Details: 12-hour shifts with variable days and start times Be a Beacon. Make a Difference. At Beacon Health System, you're not just part of a team, you're part of something bigger. Every patient interaction is a chance to lead with compassion, build trust, and create lasting impact. Here, your expertise supports healing, and your heart connects us to the communities we serve. About Elkhart Hospital Elkhart General Hospital is a not-for-profit hospital located in Elkhart, Indiana. Our full-service, 357-licensed-bed hospital has served the community for more than 100 years with a variety of services including: Emergency Department; radiology; orthopedics; maternity, pregnancy and childbirth; behavioral health; imaging and lab; genetic counseling; DaVinci robotic surgery. As part of Beacon Health System, patients have access to providers not only at this location but can also access resources and services from across the entire health system. What You'll Do As an Outpatient Surgery Registered Nurse, you'll report to the Manager of the Intermediate Care Center and provide professional nursing services. You will assess the needs of patients and initiate, implement, and evaluate individualized plans of care. This role will collaborate with other professional, clinical, and ancillary staff in providing quality care to patients. At Beacon Health System, our approach to care goes beyond clinical excellence because it's built on meaningful connections. Guided by our core values of trust, respect, integrity, and compassion, we strive to create an environment where patients feel heard, employees feel valued, and innovation thrives. We call this commitment The Beacon Way, a six-point operating system that empowers every team member to lead with purpose, communicate clearly, cultivate talent, embrace performance improvement, leverage innovation, and build greatness through accountability. Whether at the bedside or behind the scenes, everyone at Beacon plays a role in moving health forward.

Requirements

Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) is required. Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) is preferred.
Candidates hired after January 1, 2014, must have or obtain a BSN within five (5) years of employment as a Registered Nurse, or will have the option to become certified in their area of specialty. The certification must be maintained based on accrediting body standards.
Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in Indiana.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) is preferred.

Responsibilities

Safely and legally perform high-risk, high-frequency technical procedures.
Prioritize tasks based on patient needs, resources, and departmental goals.
Act promptly to reduce or prevent risks to patient health.
Advocate for patients and families to ensure appropriate outcomes.
Make decisions based on evidence, standards, and organizational values; seek help when needed.
Use internal/external resources to solve complex problems.
Develop and update care plans reflecting patient values and measurable goals.
Ensure continuity and effectiveness of care across settings.
Adjust interventions based on outcomes and patient feedback.
Document all care activities accurately and timely.
Communicate effectively with team members to support positive outcomes.
Delegate appropriately and remain accountable for results.
Stay current in clinical knowledge and contribute to departmental excellence.
Support coworkers through mentorship and feedback.
Complete assigned tasks and participate in meetings.
Fulfill all education, competency, health, and certification requirements on time.
Maintain active licensure and required certifications (e.g., BLS/CPR).