Registered Nurse - Outpatient IU Health Plastic Surgery

Indiana University Health; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Indiana University Health, Inc. is seeking experienced registered nurses to join the Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery team.

The role encompasses adult and pediatric hand surgery, comprehensive wound care, and general plastic surgery, with responsibilities spanning assessments, perioperative care, wound care, and documentation. Based at Indianapolis/Carmel campuses, the position is onsite with a possible remote day after six months, schedule is Monday–Friday, 8:00 am–4:30 pm, with no weekends or

Qualifications

• ASN required; BSN preferred.
• Active RN license in Indiana or NLC.
• Graduated from a nationally accredited nursing program; exceptions allowed with 2+ years of relevant clinical experience.
• BLS certification; other advanced Life Support may be required per unit.
• Ability to assess patients without face-to-face interaction; awareness of legal implications of patient care.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient assessments and monitor vital signs.
• Triage and educate patients; provide pre- and post-operative care.
• Wound care and medication preparation.
• Assist with minor procedures; schedule clinic and surgeries.
• Coordinate FMLA and disability paperwork; support Medical Assistant team.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Vital signs

Triage

Patient education

Documentation

Education

Associates of Nursing (ASN)

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred

Active RN license in Indiana

Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) RN license

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Job description

Overview

IU Health is seeking expert RN's who will have the opportunity to collaborate with the brightest minds in medicine. At IU Health, you will develop in significant ways, advancing healthcare for all! Being an IU Health nurse means building a professional nursing career designed with competitive benefits, a culture that accepts your outstanding strengths, and supports your personal and professional goals. If you are seeking an organization where you can engage expertly, develop clinical expertise, embrace learning, cultivate new relationships, and fuel your spirit of inquiry,

Join the IU Health Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Team! This full-time RN position offers the opportunity to work directly with highly skilled surgeons specializing in Adult and Pediatric Hand Surgery, Comprehensive Wound Care and General Plastic Surgery.

Responsibilities include patient assessments, vital signs, triage, education, pre- and post-operative care, wound care, documentation, medication preparation, assistance with minor procedures, clinic and surgery scheduling, FMLA and disability paperwork coordination, and support of the Medical Assistant team. The role is primarily based at our Indianapolis and Carmel locations and may require travel between sites. This is an onsite position, with the potential for one remote workday per week after six months. Candidates with experience in a surgical specialty are preferred, and additional experience in wound care is highly valued. This opportunity provides a variety of experiences and excellent opportunities for professional growth and development.

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

No weekends! No holidays!

• 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 relevant clinical 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.
• May require ability to assess patients without face-to-face interaction.
• Requires awareness and understanding of legal implications of patient care activities and performance as a Registered Nurse.