Registered Nurse- Operating Room

Indiana University Health System • Fishers, IN

11d • Onsite

About The Position

IU Health is seeking a Registered Nurse to join the Operating Room team at IU Health Fishers. The nurse supports surgical teams by preparing the operating room, managing instruments, and maintaining a safe, sterile environment. The team cares for patients undergoing a wide range of procedures, including bowel resections, hernia repairs, gastric bypasses, mastectomies, reconstructions, joint replacements, spine surgeries, and appendectomies, excluding neuro and cardiac procedures. Nurses work closely with surgeons, anesthesia staff, certified surgical technologists, and operating room assistants. They care for one patient at a time, enabling focused care during procedures. The unit emphasizes learning, mentorship, and support from colleagues and leadership. The role is full-time, day shift.

Requirements

• At least one year of RN experience.
• At least one year of operating room experience.
• Associate of Nursing (ASN) degree; graduation from a nationally accredited nursing program is required, subject to the stated exception for candidates with more than two years of acute care experience and CNO approval.
• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Indiana or an active Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) RN license.
• Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association (AHA).
• Additional Advanced Life Support certifications may be required according to unit or department specialty and patient care policies.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Nursing (BSN) degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the operating room for procedures.
• Manage surgical instruments.
• Maintain a safe, sterile environment for procedures.
• Provide focused care to one patient at a time during procedures.
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia staff, CSTs, and OR assistants as part of the surgical care team.

Benefits

• Referral bonus eligibility
• Competitive benefits
• 401(k) retirement savings with employer match
• Employer-paid medical leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Student loan forgiveness eligibility through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program
• Employee Assistance Program with counseling at no cost
• Team-member wellness programs with participation points that contribute toward a biweekly financial incentive

What This Job Offers

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