Registered Nurse- Operating Room

Indiana University Health; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan forgiveness

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Indiana University Health is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse for its Operating Room team in Fishers. You will support surgeons by preparing the OR, handling instruments, and maintaining a sterile environment for each procedure.

The role requires at least one year of RN experience with one year in an OR setting, and an Indiana RN license (or NLC). BLS is required, with ACLS as needed by unit policies.

Qualifications

• ASN required; BSN preferred.
• Active RN license in Indiana or NLC.
• BLS certification required; ACLS may be required per unit.
• Minimum 1 year RN experience and 1 year OR experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the OR for procedures and manage instruments.
• Ensure a safe, sterile environment for every procedure.
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia staff, CSTs, and OR assistants.
• Support diverse surgical specialties as described in role.

Skills

Communication

Surgical equipment

Sterile technique

Team collaboration

Anatomy knowledge

Education

ASN

BSN preferred

Tools

AHA BLS certification

Job description

Overview

We are seeking an individual with a minimum of one year of RN experience for this role. One year of OR experience is required. 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 develop clinical expertise, explore diverse career opportunities, embrace learning, cultivate new relationships, and fuel your spirit of inquiry,

We are currently seeking dedicated Registered Nurses to join our Operating Room team at IU Health Fishers. In this vital role, you’ll support surgical teams by preparing the OR, managing instruments, and ensuring a safe, sterile environment for every procedure. You’ll care for patients undergoing procedures such as bowel resections, hernia repairs, gastric bypass, mastectomies, reconstructions, joint replacements, spine surgeries, appendectomies, and more, everything except neuro and cardiac. Join our highly collaborative surgical team where nurses work closely with surgeons, anesthesia staff, CSTs, and OR assistants to provide exceptional care across a wide range of specialties. Nurses care for one patient at a time, allowing for focused, high-quality care without additional family‑management pressures during procedures. Team members often work together for full shifts, fostering strong relationships and a supportive culture that keeps many staff returning.

Shifts:

• Full-time; Dayshift

Nursing skills gained on this unit:

• Communication skills as a part of the multi-disciplinary surgical care team
• Use of state-of-the-art surgical equipment (1 st facility in Indiana to receive the Intuitive da Vinci SP robot)
• In-depth knowledge of anatomy & physiology

Unit Culture Highlights:

• Fosters an environment for learning
• Support from fellow team members, as well as a dedicated leadership team
• Mentorship program

Qualifications

• Requires Associates of Nursing (ASN); Bachelor of Nursing (BSN) preferred.
• 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 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.
• 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.
• Referral Bonus eligible
• 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.