Registered Nurse- Med/Surg Psych

Indiana University Health; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K retirement savings with employer

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Healthcare benefits

Paid medical leave

Job summary

Indiana University Health Methodist Behavioral Health seeks an experienced registered nurse for Full-Time Days. The unit includes B8, C8, Secured Holding and ECT with cross‑training across medical and psychiatric care.

This role features a NEW hourly location differential in addition to standard shift and holiday differentials for clinical excellence. As an IU Health nurse, you will deliver high‑quality patient care, collaborate with top professionals, and grow within a culture that supports

Qualifications

• ASN or BSN from an accredited program.
• Current Indiana or multi-state RN license (NLC acceptable).
• Basic Life Support certification required.
• Experience in acute care/behavioral health preferred.
• Cross-training across medical and psychiatric units may occur.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in Behavioral Health MedSurg units.
• Collaborate with physicians, RNs and care teams to ensure safety.
• Manage assessments, interventions and documentation per policy.
• Maintain de‑escalation and patient safety across units.
• Participate in ongoing training and unit-specific protocols.

Skills

ASN/BSN

Active RN license IN/NLC

BLS Certification

Education

ASN required

BSN preferred

Job description

Full- Time Days

Behavioral Health

Hospital: Methodist

This position is referral eligible and currently qualifies for a NEW hourly location differential in addition to standard shift and holiday differentials. Indiana University Health is looking for passionate, experienced nurses to join our team and collaborate with top medical professionals.

Overview

Shift: Full- Time Days Unit Acuity Level: MedSurg Behavioral Health Hospital: Methodist This position is referral eligible and currently qualifies for a NEW hourly location differential in addition to standard shift and holiday differentials. 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.

Indiana University Behavioral Health Services Unit

IU Methodist's Behavioral Health Services includes B8, C8, Secured Holding and ECT. Nurses hired into Behavioral Health are cross trained and work in all our areas.

B8 is an 20-bed medical surgical unit. This secured medical floor treats patients who present with primary medical diagnosis and secondary psychiatric diagnosis. This unit provides the opportunity to work on both medical and psychiatric skills. Our primary diagnoses include patients dealing with alcohol withdrawal, Alzheimer/dementia, altered mental status, and other mental health issues.

C8 is a 16-bed locked psychiatric unit that focuses on patients who present with primary psychiatric diagnosis. Diagnoses include a wide range of mental health issues include schizophrenia, suicidal ideation, homicidal ideation, and psychosis.

Secured Holding is a 5-bed emergency psychiatric unit with patients who present to the emergency department for mental health issues. Patients are assessed and placed in an appropriate level of care.

ECT is one of the only ECT programs in the state. We use electroconvulsive therapy primarily to treat depression and catatonia. We treat 18-24 patients, three days a week.

Nursing skills gained on this unit

• Excellent de-escalation skills
• CPI certification
• Wide variety of medical skills which include blood administration, IVIG, trach care, PCA pumps, wound management systems
• Time management in a fast-paced environment
• Cross-training to multiple areas Knowledge of practice under both a medically licensed area and a behavioral health licensed area
• Unit Successes/Designations/National recognitions:
  • 2026 Recipient of the Regional Values Leadership Value Award
• Unit Culture Highlights:
  • Supportive leader and team environment
  • Fosters an environment for learning and professional development
  • Great physician/RN relationships
• 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.

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.