Registered Nurse - Outpatient IU Health Plastic Surgery
About The Position
IU Health is hiring a full-time Registered Nurse for its Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery team. The nurse will work directly with surgeons specializing in adult and pediatric hand surgery, comprehensive wound care, and general plastic surgery. The role is primarily based at the Indianapolis and Carmel locations and may require travel between sites. It is an onsite position, with the potential for one remote workday per week after six months. Responsibilities include patient assessments, vital signs, triage, education, pre- and post-operative care, wound care, documentation, medication preparation, assistance with minor procedures, clinic and surgery scheduling, coordination of FMLA and disability paperwork, and support of the Medical Assistant team. The position offers varied clinical experiences and opportunities for professional growth and development. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with no weekends or holidays. IU Health describes a nursing career with competitive benefits and opportunities for clinical training, leadership development, advancement, and cross-training.
Requirements
- Associate of Nursing (ASN) required; a Bachelor of Nursing (BSN) is preferred.
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Indiana or an active Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) RN license.
- Graduation from a nationally accredited nursing program is required. Candidates who did not graduate from such a program may be considered if they have more than two years of relevant clinical experience, subject to review and approval by the Chief Nursing Officer.
- Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) is required.
- Other advanced Life Support certifications may be required according to unit or department specialty and patient care policies.
- May need the ability to assess patients without face-to-face interaction.
- Requires awareness and understanding of the legal implications of patient care activities and performance as a Registered Nurse.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in a surgical specialty is preferred.
- Additional wound care experience is highly valued.
- Bachelor of Nursing (BSN).
Responsibilities
- Conduct patient assessments and take vital signs.
- Triage patients and provide patient education.
- Provide pre-operative and post-operative care.
- Provide wound care.
- Document patient care.
- Prepare medications.
- Assist with minor procedures.
- Schedule clinic appointments and surgeries.
- Coordinate FMLA and disability paperwork.
- Support the Medical Assistant team.
- Travel between the Indianapolis and Carmel sites as needed.
Benefits
- Competitive benefits.
- Access to advanced clinical training, leadership development, promotion opportunities, and cross-training development.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
