Registered Nurse-Plastic Surgery-Ambulatory

IU Health; Bloomington (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Referral eligible

Job summary

IU Health is seeking an experienced RN to join the ambulatory Plastic Surgery team in Bloomington. You will perform triage, provide direct patient care, and educate patients and families across the surgical journey.

The role emphasizes post-operative support, medication administration, and documentation, with a Monday–Friday schedule and a $30,000 sign-on bonus available through 9/30/2026 for qualifying part-time and full-time positions.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years RN experience.
• Active RN license in Indiana or NLC.
• BLS certification (AHA).
• Graduated from a nationally accredited nursing program; exceptions may apply with >2 years experience.

Responsibilities

• Triage and direct patient care for ambulatory plastic surgery patients.
• Provide pre- and post-operative care and patient/family education.
• Administer medications and monitor recovery, with accurate documentation.
• Assist with in-office procedures and sterile field setup (drains, tissue expanders, Botox/fillers).
• Support follow-up care and build relationships with a diverse patient population.

Skills

Triage

Direct patient care

Patient education

Team collaboration

Ambulatory care

Education

ASN or BSN preferred

RN license Indiana or NLC

Job description

Overview

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.

We are seeking an individual with a minimum of two years of RN experience for this role.

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, apply today!

Join our specialized Plastic Surgery team as a Registered Nurse and play a vital role in delivering exceptional patient care throughout the surgical journey. In this rewarding ambulatory role, you will work closely with a Plastic Surgeon and Advanced Practice Provider, providing triage, direct patient care, patient and family education, pre- and post-operative support, medication administration, recovery monitoring, and accurate documentation. You will assist with in-office procedures, sterile field setup, drain removals, tissue expanders, Botox and filler treatments, and follow-up care while building meaningful relationships with a diverse patient population and delivering inclusive, compassionate care to individuals from all backgrounds. This opportunity is ideal for an RN with at least 2-3 years of experience in triage, pre- and post-operative care, and direct patient care who has an interest in surgical nursing and patient advocacy. Join a growing practice and enjoy a healthy work-life balance with a consistent Monday through Friday schedule from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with no weekends, no holidays, no call responsibilities, and the opportunity to make a lasting impact on patients undergoing specialized reconstructive and cosmetic procedures.

Qualifications:

• 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.