Registered Nurse - Adult Oncology - FT Nights

Indiana University Health; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 68,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(K) retirement savings with company

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan forgiveness program

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Indiana University Health University Hospital is seeking a Night Shift Registered Nurse for the MedSurg unit. This role supports adult oncology-adjacent care and involves rapid assessment, medication administration, and teamwork with a multidisciplinary team.

The unit emphasizes patient-centered care, ongoing learning, and participation in safety initiatives. Certification in oncology care and port-a-cath management are possible growth areas.

Qualifications

• ASN required; BSN preferred.
• Active RN license in Indiana or compact license.
• ACLS/other life support may be required per unit policy.
• Graduated from an accredited nursing program.

Responsibilities

• Provide bedside nursing care for adults on the MedSurg unit.
• Monitor patient condition and identify changes in acuity.
• Administer medications and manage IV lines.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team to optimize patient outcomes.

Skills

Time management

Postoperative care

Assessment skills

Medication administration

Port-a-cath care

Wound care

Teamwork

Education

ASN

BSN preferred

Tools

AHA BLS

Oncology care protocols

Job description

Overview

Shift: Night Shift - Full Time

Unit Acuity Level: MedSurg

Hospital: University

This position is referral eligible and currently qualifies for a NEW hourly location differential in addition to standard shift and holiday differentials.

Are you an upcoming nurse graduate or recent nurse graduate?

Thanks for your interest in joining the team!

Indiana University Health is looking for passionate, experienced nurses to join our team and collaborate with top medical professionals.

At IU Health, you will develop your career in significant ways, advancing healthcare and delivering the highest level of patient care. Being an IU Health nurse means building a professional nursing career designed by a culture that accepts your outstanding strengths and supports your personal and professional goals. If you are seeking an organization where you can explore diverse career opportunities, embrace learning, cultivate new relationships, and fuel your spirit of inquiry.

About the Unit:

IU Health University Hospital’s Adult Oncology is a fast paced, 15-bed medical surgical unit. This unit cares for a variety of patient populations including gynecology-oncology, benign gynecology, cystic fibrosis, sickle cell anemia/hematology, hospitalist, and hospice care. We also see overflow from other areas such as hematology/oncology and bone marrow transplant if appropriate.

Nursing skills gained on this unit:

• Time management skills
• Post operative surgical care
• Assessment skills including rapid identification of change in patient acuity
• Experience in all routes of medication administration
• Opportunity to earn ONS Chemo Certificate
• Central line care including port-a-cath accessing and management
• Engagement opportunity in committees
• Participation in 2 North Celebration Committee
• Care of several types of wounds, incisions, and drains

Unit Successes & Culture:

• Focus on teamwork and culture within the unit
• Multiple Daisy Nominees
• Peer shout outs at safety huddle
• Celebration of team member milestones and life events
• A robust nursing led NPG structure

Qualifications:

• Requires an Associates of Nursing (ASN); Bachelor 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.
• Education: The Registered Nurse (RN) must have 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?

As Indiana’s largest and most comprehensive healthcare system, and the number 1 ranked healthcare system in Indiana, we offer:

• 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.