Registered Nurse - Emergency Department (FT/Nights)

Indiana University Health; Bedford (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Increased pay

Supportive environment

Competitive benefits

401(k) match

Employer paid medical leave

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan forgiveness

Employee assistance program

Wellness program

Job summary

Indiana University Health is seeking registered nurses for the Bedford Emergency Room. Roles include part-time and full-time with a $30,000 sign-on bonus through 9/30/2026 and referral eligibility.

Ideal candidates have at least one year of RN experience, valid Indiana RN license, and a nationally accredited nursing program; BLS and possible ALS certifications may be required by unit. Join IU Health to deliver high-quality patient care in a busy ED and grow clinically in a supportive team

Qualifications

• Requires ASN; BSN preferred.
• Requires active RN license in Indiana or NLC RN license.
• Requires graduation from a nationally accredited nursing program.
• Exceptions: Candidates with more than two years of acute care experience may be considered if reviewed by the CNO.
• Requires Basic Life Support certification through the AHA.
• Other Advanced Life Support certifications may be required per unit/department policies.

Responsibilities

• Provide 24-hour patient care in the ED for all ages.
• Collaborate with Emergency Physicians, Nurse Practitioners, and trained nurses to deliver high-quality care.
• Contribute to a compassionate, team-focused environment that supports patients and families.

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).

This is a referral eligible position.

We are seeking an individual with a minimum of one year of RN experience for this role. This is a referral eligible position. Are you an upcoming nurse graduate or recent nurse graduate? This pipeline requisition allows the IU Health Talent Acquisition team to pair upcoming & recent nurse graduates with the best opportunities available to them based on their unique skillset and interests. 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 learn and 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 develop clinical expertise, explore diverse career opportunities, embrace learning, cultivate new relationships, and fuel your spirit of inquiry.

The Bedford Emergency Room is a full-service emergency department serving our community. Our team consists of board-certified Emergency Physicians, Nurse Practitioners, highly trained and certified emergency nurses, Paramedics and Technicians. We are equipped and ready to care for all medical and traumatic emergencies for all age groups.

This unit provides 24-hour provision of patient care services to populations ranging from infant to elderly. The Emergency Department is problem focused, addressing the most urgent and relevant clinical needs of patients during their emergency visit. The ED averages 23,000+ patient visits per year and is staffed by IU Health Southern Indiana Physicians Emergency Medicine providers.

Why Join IU Health?

• Increased pay scale for bedside nurses
• 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.

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.

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.