Registered Nurse - PACU

Indiana University Health; Portland (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $30,000

Referral eligible

Relocation incentives

Job summary

Indiana University Health in Portland, Indiana is seeking registered nurses (RN) for multiple shifts, with opportunities for part-time and full-time roles and a $30,000 sign-on bonus available through 9/30/2026. This pipeline targets upcoming and recent nursing graduates and includes relocation incentives.

IU Health emphasizes collaboration with top medical professionals, adherence to the ANA Code of Ethics, and delivering evidence-based care.

Qualifications

• ASN or BSN preferred.
• Must have graduated from a nationally accredited nursing program.
• Exceptions: 2+ years of acute care experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Provide and coordinate evidence-based nursing care across the care continuum.
• Participate in decision-making and teaching within the multidisciplinary team.
• Adhere to the ANA Scope and Standards of Professional Nursing and the Code of Ethics for Nurses.

Education

ASN (Associates of Nursing)

BSN preferred

Graduated from nationally accredited nursing program

Active RN license in Indiana or NLC

BLS certification (AHA)

Acute care experience (2+ years)

Job description

Overview

SHIFT: PT Days

LOCATION: Jay Hospital - Portland, Indiana

Part-time and Full-time roles are eligible for a $30,000 sign-on bonus (available through 9/30/2026). This position is also referral eligible.

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.

Indiana University Health is looking for passionate, experienced nurses to join our team and collaborate with top medical professionals. We are hiring for various shifts and offer relocation incentives!

The Clinical Nurse reflects the mission, vision, and values of Indiana University Health, adheres to the organization's Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards. The registered professional clinical nurse (RN) is accountable and responsible for the provision and coordination of competent, evidence-based care along the care continuum, which includes assessment, diagnosis, outcome identification, planning, implementation, and evaluation. The clinical nurse participates in decision-making, teaching, mentoring, and collaboration with the multidisciplinary team to advance the patient plan of care, achieve outcomes and enhance operational efficiency. The nurse adheres to the ANA Scope and Standards of Professional Nursing and the Code of Ethics for Nurses with Interpretive Statements.

Qualifications

• Requires an 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 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:

• 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.

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.