Registered Nurse - Resource - Riley - PICU - FT Nights

IU Health • Indianapolis, IN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Clinical Nurse Resource serves as a member of the Indiana University Health system float pool and provides and coordinates competent, evidence-based care across the continuum, from assessment and diagnosis through planning, implementation, and evaluation. The nurse participates in clinical decision-making, teaching, mentoring, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to support patient care plans, outcomes, and operational efficiency. The role follows the ANA Scope and Standards of Practice, the Code of Ethics for Nurses, and IU Health policies and standards.

The position requires system-wide flexibility and clinical versatility to provide coverage across inpatient settings—including medical-surgical, progressive care, critical care, emergency, and specialty units—according to staffing needs and patient acuity. The nurse must be able to float among multiple IU Health facilities. The role supports IU Health’s mission, vision, and values through compassionate, high-quality care and professional conduct. Other tasks may be assigned as needed.

Requirements

• Associate of Nursing (ASN) required; a Bachelor of Nursing (BSN) is required for those newly hired or promoted into the position after October 1, 2025.
• Active Registered Nurse license in Indiana or an active Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) RN license.
• Graduation from a nationally accredited nursing program. Candidates without this may be considered if they have more than two years of acute care experience, subject to Chief Nursing Officer review and approval.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA), obtained before the start of orientation.
• Other advanced life support certifications may be required according to unit or department specialty and patient care policies.
• Highly adaptable, confident, and skilled in managing change.
• Experience in multiple specialties or eagerness to broaden clinical scope.
• Strong communication, critical-thinking, and organizational skills.
• Commitment to professional growth and system-wide impact.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Nursing (BSN) preferred.
• Two years of experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide and coordinate competent, evidence-based patient care across the continuum, including assessment, diagnosis, outcome identification, planning, implementation, and evaluation.
• Participate in clinical decision-making, teaching, mentoring, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
• Support patient care plans, optimal outcomes, and operational efficiency.
• Provide coverage across inpatient medical-surgical, progressive care, critical care, emergency, and specialty units based on staffing needs and patient acuity.
• Float among multiple IU Health facilities to support system-wide care delivery.
• Follow IU Health’s mission, vision, values, Code of Ethics, Corporate Compliance standards, policies, procedures, accreditation requirements, and ANA professional standards.

Benefits

• Increased pay scale for bedside nurses.
• Supportive and collaborative, patient-centered work environment.
• Competitive benefits.
• 401(k) retirement savings with employer match.
• Employer-paid medical leave.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
• Employee Assistance Program with counseling at no cost.
• Wellness program participation can earn points toward a biweekly financial incentive.

What This Job Offers

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