Registered Nurse- Medical/Surgical 2

Indiana University Health; Avon (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Indiana University Health’s Med Surg 2 unit is a fast-paced inpatient area providing care to diverse surgical and medical patients. The Clinical Nurse will collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, and an interdisciplinary team to deliver compassionate, evidence-based care throughout the hospital stay.

The ideal candidate demonstrates teamwork, critical thinking, and a commitment to continuous learning.

Qualifications

• ASN or BSN required or BSN preferred.
• Active RN license in Indiana or NLC license.
• BLS certification from AHA (required).
• Graduate from a nationally accredited nursing program; exceptions possible with >2 years acute care experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide and coordinate evidence-based nursing care across the care continuum.
• Utilize the nursing process: assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, evaluation.
• Monitor patient conditions and communicate status changes to the team.
• Administer medications and treatments per policy.
• Educate patients and families on diagnoses, treatments, and discharge planning.
• Collaborate with physicians, APNs, therapists, care managers, and other professionals.
• Participate in decision-making, teaching, and professional development.
• Document care accurately and timely.
• Adhere to ANA standards and Code of Ethics for Nurses.

Skills

Teamwork

Critical thinking

Communication

Prioritization

Organizational skills

Education

ASN

BSN preferred

Tools

AHA BLS

Job description

Join Our Team

Med Surg 2 is a fast-paced inpatient unit that cares for both surgical and medical patients. As a Clinical Nurse, you will work closely with physicians, advanced practice providers, and interdisciplinary team members to provide compassionate, high-quality, evidence-based care throughout the patient's hospital stay. This role is ideal for nurses who enjoy teamwork, critical thinking, continuous learning, and making a meaningful impact on patient outcomes.

Overview

Join Our Team Med Surg 2 is a fast-paced inpatient unit that cares for both surgical and medical patients. As a Clinical Nurse, you will work closely with physicians, advanced practice providers, and interdisciplinary team members to provide compassionate, high-quality, evidence-based care throughout the patient's hospital stay. This role is ideal for nurses who enjoy teamwork, critical thinking, continuous learning, and making a meaningful impact on patient outcomes.

About Med Surg 2

Med Surg 2 is a medical-surgical inpatient unit specializing in the care of adult patients who are preparing for or recovering from surgical procedures. Our patient population primarily includes orthopedic, urology, OB/GYN, and general surgery patients, while also caring for medical patients with infections, wounds, dementia, mental health crises, and chronic health conditions. Our mission is to provide safe, high-quality care that supports patients in achieving a smooth recovery and returning to their baseline level of health.

Position Responsibilities

• Provide and coordinate competent, evidence-based nursing care across the care continuum.


• Utilize the nursing process, including assessment, diagnosis, outcome identification, planning, implementation, and evaluation.


• Monitor patient conditions and communicate changes in status to the healthcare team.


• Administer medications, treatments, and interventions in accordance with policy and standards of practice.


• Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatments, medications, and discharge planning.


• Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, therapists, care managers, and other healthcare professionals to achieve patient goals.


• Participate in decision‑making, teaching, mentoring, and professional development activities.


• Document patient care accurately and timely.


• Adhere to the ANA Scope and Standards of Professional Nursing and the Code of Ethics for Nurses with Interpretive Statements.

Schedule & Work Expectations

Shift Options

• Day Shift: 7:00 AM – 7:30 PM


• Night Shift: 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM

Employment Status

• Full‑Time: Three (3) 12‑hour shifts per week


• Part‑Time: Two (2) 12‑hour shifts per week

Additional Requirements

• Every third weekend rotation


• Holiday rotation


• Self‑scheduling, with schedule preferences considered while balancing overall unit staffing needs


• Consistent availability required; reduced hour or PRN scheduling accommodations are not available at this time

Qualifications

Required

• Requires an Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN); Bachelor of Science in 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 graduation from a nationally accredited nursing program. 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 (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA).


• Other advanced life support certifications may be required per unit/department specialty according to patient care policies.

Additional Requirements

• Commitment to delivering safe, patient‑centered, high‑quality care.


• Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate in a multidisciplinary healthcare environment.


• Strong critical thinking, prioritization, and organizational skills.

Why Join Med Surg 2?

• Work alongside other RNs, LPNs, Patient Care Assistants, Charge Nurses, and Unit Secretaries.


• Gain experience caring for a diverse surgical and medical patient population.


• Develop clinical expertise in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment.


• Build leadership, critical thinking, and care coordination skills.


• Make a direct impact on patient recovery and hospital experience.


• Join a unit built on TEAM!

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.