Registered Nurse-Vascular Surgery-Ambulatory

IU Health • Lafayette, IN

12h • Onsite

About The Position

Indiana University Health is hiring an Ambulatory Registered Nurse for its Vascular Surgery team in Lafayette. The nurse supports two surgeons and two advanced practice providers in a collaborative outpatient specialty clinic, providing care throughout the vascular surgery journey. The role focuses on telephone and inbox triage, nurse visits, staple removal, wound care, dressing changes, patient education, and care coordination. The position is full-time, Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Ideal candidates have at least three years of RN experience and are committed to compassionate, patient-centered care and building meaningful relationships with patients. IU Health describes a supportive environment with opportunities for professional growth and the chance to contribute directly to vascular surgery patient outcomes.

Requirements

• At least three years of RN experience.
• Associate of Nursing (ASN).
• Active Registered Nurse (RN) 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 relevant clinical experience, subject to review and approval by the Chief Nursing Officer.
• Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association (AHA).
• Other advanced Life Support certifications may be required according to unit or department specialty and patient care policies.
• Awareness and understanding of the legal implications of patient care activities and performance as a Registered Nurse.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Nursing (BSN) preferred.
• Passion for compassionate, patient-centered care and building meaningful relationships with patients.

Responsibilities

• Perform telephone and inbox triage.
• Conduct nurse visits.
• Remove staples.
• Provide wound care and dressing changes.
• Educate patients.
• Coordinate care throughout the vascular surgery journey.
• Assess patients without face-to-face interaction, if required.
• Perform patient care activities with awareness of their legal implications.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits.
• Opportunities for professional growth, including advanced clinical training, leadership development, promotion opportunities, and cross-training development.

What This Job Offers

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