Registered Nurse - Resource - University/Methodist - MS - FT Days

Indiana University Health System; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Increased pay scale for bedside nurses

Supportive patient-centered work env

Competitive benefits

401K employer match

Employer paid medical leave

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan forgiveness

Job summary

Indiana University Health is seeking a Clinical Nurse – Resource to join its float pool across IU Health facilities. You will provide and coordinate evidence-based care, from assessment through evaluation, while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes.

The role requires adaptability across medical-surgical, progressive, critical care, emergency, and specialty units, with seamless float across facilities to meet real-time staffing needs.

Qualifications

• ASN required; BSN preferred. BSN required for those newly hired or promoted after Oct 1, 2025
• Active RN license in Indiana or NLC RN license
• Minimum 2 years of acute care experience preferred; exceptions may apply
• BLS certification required before orientation; other ACLS certifications may be required per unit

Responsibilities

• Provide and coordinate competent, evidence-based care across the continuum
• Participate in clinical decision-making, teaching, and mentoring
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to advance patient care plans
• Float across multiple IU Health facilities to support staffing and patient care
• Adapt to a wide range of inpatient settings based on patient acuity and needs

Skills

Communication

Critical thinking

Organizational skills

Adaptability

Education

ASN

BSN

Job description

Position

Clinical Nurse – Resource

Location

Various locations across IU Health facilities (Level 1 trauma centers, suburban settings, critical access centers)

Description

The Clinical Nurse Resource serves as a vital member of the Indiana University Health system float pool, embodying the mission, vision, and values of IU Health. Reflects a commitment to excellence, integrity, and compassionate care, while adhering to the organization’s Code of Ethics, Corporate Compliance standards, and all relevant policies, procedure and accreditation requirements. Accountable for the provision and coordination of competent, evidence-based care across the continuum – from assessment and diagnosis to outcome identification, planning, implementation, and evaluation. Actively participates in clinical decision‑making, teaching, mentoring, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to advance patient care plans, achieve optimal outcomes, and enhance operational efficiency. Adheres to the ANA Scope and Standards of Practice and the Code of Ethics for Nurses with Interpretive Statement, ensuring professional integrity and high‑quality care in every setting. Requires system‑wide flexibility & clinical versatility to provide essential coverage across a wide range of inpatient settings—including medical‑surgical, progressive care, critical care, emergency, and specialty units—based on real‑time staffing needs and patient acuity. Requires the ability to float seamlessly between multiple IU Health Facilities, offering a unique opportunity to expand clinical expertise, build cross‑functional relationships, and support care delivery across the system.

Qualifications

• Requires an Associates of Nursing (ASN); Bachelors of Nursing (BSN) preferred. Bachelors of Nursing (BSN) required for those newly hired or promoted into the position after October 1, 2025
• Requires an active Registered Nurse 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. 2 years of experience preferred.
• 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).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification – American Heart Association (AHA) – must be obtained prior to the start of orientation.
• Other Advanced Life Support certifications may be required per unit/department specialty according to patient care policies.
• Requires incumbent to be highly adaptable, confident, and skilled in managing change.
• Experienced in multiple specialties or eager to broaden clinical scope required.
• Must possess strong communication skills with excellent critical thinking and organizational skills.
• Committed to professional growth and system‑wide impact.

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.