Graduate RN - IMCU: Hands-On Acute Care Start

Northwest Health; Valparaiso (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwest Health is seeking a Graduate Registered Nurse (RN) in Indiana to provide basic nursing care under supervision in an acute care setting. This role supports newly graduated nurses transitioning into professional practice, delivering patient care, administering treatments, and promoting recovery and safety.

Responsibilities include collaborating with experienced RNs, documenting in the EMR, educating patients and families, and adhering to hospital policies and infection control protocols.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience in a clinical nursing role or student clinical rotations in an acute care setting required

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and implementing individualized patient care plans with RNs
• Administer medications and treatments as ordered, ensuring safety and protocol compliance
• Perform patient assessments and document vital signs and changes in EMR
• Provide patient and family education to support understanding and adherence
• Support patient mobility, hygiene, and activities of daily living
• Communicate changes in patient conditions to supervising RNs
• Follow infection control, safety guidelines, and hospital policies
• Perform additional duties as assigned
• Maintain regular attendance
• Comply with all policies and standards

Skills

Nursing process

Patient assessment

Medication administration

Communication

Infection control

Documentation

Job description

Northwest Health is seeking a Graduate Registered Nurse (RN) in Indiana to provide basic nursing care under supervision in an acute care setting. This role supports newly graduated nurses transitioning into professional practice, delivering patient care, administering treatments, and promoting recovery and safety.

Responsibilities include collaborating with experienced RNs, documenting in the EMR, educating patients and families, and adhering to hospital policies and infection control protocols.