Evening PACU Nurse - Compassionate Care & Growth

Beacon Health System; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 68,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance (C

Life Insurance

403(b) Matching Retirement Fund

Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO)

Shift Differentials

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Tuition and Certification Reimbursem

Clinical Ladder Program

Local and National Discounts

Beacon Academy Educational Courses

Gym Membership Discount

Job summary

Beacon Health System, located in South Bend, IN, is seeking a fully qualified PACU Department Registered Nurse for Memorial Hospital's evening shift. You will provide professional nursing care, assess patient needs, and participate in individualized care planning within a collaborative team.

The role emphasizes safe high‑level nursing procedures, documentation, and patient advocacy, with opportunities for ongoing education and professional development within Beacon’s supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited nursing program and RN license in Indiana.
• Within 5 years of employment as an RN, obtain a BSN or certification in your area of specialty.

Responsibilities

• Safely and effectively performs high-risk, high-frequency technical procedures in accordance with legal and professional standards.
• Prioritizes patient care activities based on acuity, resource availability, patient preferences, and departmental needs.
• Identifies and responds to physical or emotional health risks, initiating appropriate corrective or preventive actions.
• Maintains accountability for personal and delegated decisions, using evidence-based practices, protocols, and organizational values.
• Seeks supervision or resources when needed to ensure safe and effective care; collaborates to resolve complex issues.
• Develops, revises, and evaluates individualized care plans that reflect patient goals, preferences, and needs across physical, emotional, social and spiritual domains.
• Ensures continuity of care through appropriate interventions, modifying plans based on effectiveness and patient satisfaction.
• Accurately documents assessments, interventions and outcomes within established guidelines.
• Communicates effectively with team members to achieve positive outcomes and satisfaction.
• Delegates tasks appropriately based on patient needs, staff roles, and competencies, while maintaining accountability for outcomes.
• Supports professional development of peers through role modeling, feedback, and precepting.
• Advocates for patients and families to ensure appropriate care and outcomes.
• Addresses conflicts constructively and participates in decision‑making processes, demonstrating adaptability and support for change.

Education

Completion of an accredited nursing program

RN license in Indiana

BSN or specialty certification within 5 years

Job description

Beacon Health System, located in South Bend, IN, is seeking a fully qualified PACU Department Registered Nurse for Memorial Hospital's evening shift. You will provide professional nursing care, assess patient needs, and participate in individualized care planning within a collaborative team.

The role emphasizes safe high‑level nursing procedures, documentation, and patient advocacy, with opportunities for ongoing education and professional development within Beacon’s supportive environment.