Acute Care Nurse: Emergency & Patient Care

Northwest Health; Knox (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwest Health in Indiana is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to provide patient-centered care through the nursing process—assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation—and to coordinate care with physicians, nurses, and other professionals. The role emphasizes safety, medication administration, patient and family education, and adherence to infection control and hospital policies.

The position requires 0–2 years of clinical nursing experience or student rotations, current RN licensure

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of clinical nursing experience or student rotations in an acute care setting required.
• RN license in the state of Indiana or compact state licensure.
• BCLS certification required.
• ACLS and PALS certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and deliver patient-centered care using the nursing process.
• Administer prescribed medications and monitor for side effects.
• Document care and patient education accurately in the medical record.
• Collaborate with physicians and the healthcare team to develop and evaluate care plans.
• Respond to emergencies and participate in code team activities as needed.

Skills

Nursing process

Patient assessment

Medication administration

Clinical collaboration

Infection control

Documentation

Job description

Northwest Health in Indiana is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to provide patient-centered care through the nursing process—assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation—and to coordinate care with physicians, nurses, and other professionals. The role emphasizes safety, medication administration, patient and family education, and adherence to infection control and hospital policies.

The position requires 0–2 years of clinical nursing experience or student rotations, current RN licensure