Registered Nurse - 5E Acuity Adaptable

Indiana University Health; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(K) employer match

Employer paid medical leave

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan forgiveness

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness program

Job summary

Indiana University Health is seeking an experienced RN for 5E Med/Surg, a 30-bed unit focused on respiratory, infectious diseases, and general Med/Surg care. Roles are available part-time and full-time with a $30,000 sign-on bonus through 9/30/2026.

The unit supports certification in Med Surg/Progressive Care and emphasizes teamwork, career growth, and succession planning. On-site shifts, on-call requirements, and a collaborative culture are highlighted as key advantages.

Qualifications

• ASN or BSN (preferred) with current Indiana RN license.
• Active RN licensure in Indiana or NLC RN license.
• BLS certification; additional ALS may be required per unit policies.

Responsibilities

• Obtain Med Surg/Progressive Care certifications.
• Develop bedside and procedural skills.
• Grow expertise across varied treatments due to acuity.
• Demonstrate time management and flexibility across patient acuity.

Skills

Bedside care

Clinical assessment

Team collaboration

Education

ASN

BSN preferred

Job description

Overview

Part-time and Full-time roles are eligible for a $30,000 sign-on bonus (available through 9/30/2026).

We are seeking an individual with a minimum of one year of RN experience for this role. This is a referral eligible position! Indiana University Health is looking for passionate, experienced nurses to join our team and collaborate with top medical professionals.

If you are seeking an organization where you can develop clinical expertise, explore diverse career opportunities, embrace learning, cultivate new relationships, and fuel your spirit of inquiry.

Welcome to 5E, our Med/Surg unit with 30 beds dedicated to respiratory, infectious diseases, and general Med/Surg care.

On 5E, you can earn a certification in Med Surg/Progressive Care, adding to your professional growth. Our unit embraces a friendly culture, emphasizing teamwork and cohesion. 5E is more than just a workplace - it's the place to be, where we not only teach you to be the best nurse but also actively participate in your succession planning in nursing.

Shifts:

Various shifts and statuses available! This unit requires 1-on-call-shift for every 6-week schedule.

• Obtain Med Surg/Progressive Care certifications
• Develop strong bedside and procedural skills
• Understand and develop further expertise for a variety of treatments due to nature of acuity adaptable
• Time management & flexibility while managing patients ranging in acuity levels

Unit Culture Highlights:

• 3 Daisy award winners on this unit!
• Very close-knit team dedicated to patient care and career growth
• Great unit for new RNs to start a career
• 5E team members are considered to be family strive to help support one another wherever possible

Qualifications:

• Requires an Associates of Nursing (ASN); Bachelors of Nursing (BSN) preferred.
• Requires an active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Indiana or an active Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) RN license.
• Requires that the RN has graduated from a nationally accredited nursing program.
• Exceptions: Candidates who have not graduated from a nationally accredited program may be considered if they possess more than two years of acute care experience. Such exceptions are subject to review and approval by the Chief Nursing Officer (CNO).
• Requires Basic Life Support certification through the AHA.
• Other advanced Life Support certifications may be required per unit/department specialty according to patient care policies.

Why Join IU Health?

• A supportive and collaborative work environment that is patient centered.
• Competitive benefits.
• 401(K) retirement savings with employer match.
• Employer paid medical leave.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Student loan forgiveness - IU Health qualifies under the public service loan forgiveness program.
• Employee Assistance Program - Counseling at no cost to you
• Healthy Results - Participation in our team member wellness programs award points that contribute toward a biweekly financial incentive in your paycheck. The more you participate, the more you earn.

Our culture of compassion allows for a holistic delivery of care that is individualized based on our patients’ and their families’ needs. At IU Health, every team member is a caregiver. This care does not stop with our patients, it also extends to one another and our community through service projects, health initiatives and wellness education.

We are an equal opportunity employer. IU Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.