Registered Nurse- Operating Room

IU Health • 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. Patients undergo a broad range of procedures, including bowel resections, hernia repairs, gastric bypasses, mastectomies, reconstructions, joint replacements, spine surgeries, and appendectomies; the unit does not perform neuro or cardiac procedures. Nurses work with surgeons, anesthesia staff, certified surgical technologists, and OR assistants in a collaborative environment. Nurses care for one patient at a time during procedures. The unit offers opportunities to develop multidisciplinary communication skills, use state-of-the-art surgical equipment, and build in-depth knowledge of anatomy and physiology. The team emphasizes learning, peer and leadership support, and mentorship.

Requirements

• At least one year of RN experience.
• At least one year of operating room experience.
• Associate degree in Nursing (ASN).
• 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 review and approval by the Chief Nursing Officer.
• Active Indiana Registered Nurse license or active Nurse Licensure Compact RN license.
• Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association.
• Other advanced life support certifications may be required according to unit or department specialty and patient care policies.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.

Responsibilities

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

Benefits

• Referral bonus eligibility.
• 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 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