Registered Nurse - Riley 8E Med/Surg - Full time - Relocation Incentives Available

IU Health; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider in Indiana seeks dedicated Registered Nurses for a pediatric unit. This role offers a supportive environment to develop nursing skills while caring for children with diverse medical needs. Join a team recognized for excellence and innovation in pediatric care, where every day brings opportunities for learning and professional growth. Enjoy competitive benefits, a culture of compassion, and the chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young patients. If you are passionate about nursing and eager to advance your career, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Enhanced pay scales for bedside nurses

Competitive benefits

Retirement plans with employer match

Employer-paid medical leave

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan forgiveness programs

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness programs with financial incentives

Qualifications

• Active RN license in Indiana or through NLC.
• Graduation from an accredited nursing program.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality nursing care to pediatric patients.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Skills

Assessment of all age and developmental levels

GI/GU tube use and care

Central line use and care

Skeletal traction use and care

Time management and prioritization

Patient education

Interdisciplinary collaboration and communication

Education

Associate of Nursing (ASN)

Bachelor of Nursing (BSN)

Job description

Overview

Are you an upcoming nurse graduate or recent nurse graduate? Please apply through our pipeline requisition here: www.iuhealth.org/ApplyRN. This pipeline allows the IU Health Talent Acquisition team to match upcoming and recent nurse graduates with suitable opportunities based on their skills and interests. Thank you for your interest in joining our team!

EXPERIENCED NURSES:

Are you seeking a pediatric Registered Nurse position that provides a solid foundation of nursing skills within a supportive, fast-paced environment? We have an opening in our 8 East Peds Medical Surgical Unit at Riley Hospital for Children. This is a place where you can positively impact your patients' lives, build strong relationships with colleagues, and develop your nursing practice with support.

This position is based within 8 East in the Simon Family Tower at Riley Children’s Hospital. The RN on this unit focuses on foundational nursing skills in a supportive setting, caring for patients with developmental pediatrics, orthopedics, and metabolic disorders.

8 East is a 24-bed pediatric med-surg unit with various primary specialties, including Developmental Peds (e.g., CP, Spina Bifida, Autism), Orthopedics (e.g., broken bones, spinal fusions, hip dysplasia repairs), and Endocrine (e.g., new onset diabetes). With diverse patient populations, there are ample opportunities to learn and grow daily, establishing a strong foundation in pediatric nursing.

Registered Nurses on 8 East pride themselves on compassion and providing the highest level of care. The ideal candidate will have at least one year of acute care experience; pediatric experience is preferred.

This position is referral eligible!

Nursing skills gained on this unit include:

• Assessment of all age and developmental levels
• GI/GU tube use and care
• Central line use and care
• Skeletal traction use and care
• Time management and prioritization
• Patient education
• Interdisciplinary collaboration and communication

Unit Successes/Designations:

• Daisy and Red Shoe award winners and nominees
• Many CPN-certified nurses
• Capstone preceptors
• Involvement in unit and hospital committees

Unit Culture Highlights:

• Dedication to teaching and developing new nurses' knowledge
• Fun, energetic team environment
• Dedicated leadership
• Support for personal development and continuing education

Qualifications:

• Associate of Nursing (ASN); Bachelor of Nursing (BSN) preferred
• Active RN license in Indiana or through NLC
• Graduation from an accredited nursing program
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through AHA
• Additional certifications as required by the unit

Why Join IU Health?

As Indiana’s largest healthcare system, we offer:

• Enhanced pay scales for bedside nurses
• A supportive, patient-centered work environment
• Competitive benefits
• Retirement plans with employer match
• Employer-paid medical leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Student loan forgiveness programs
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness programs with financial incentives

Riley at IU Health is ranked among the best hospitals in the U.S. for pediatric healthcare. Our partnership with the Indiana University School of Medicine offers nurses unique career development opportunities. Our Magnet-designated nursing team maintains high standards, attracting motivated professionals committed to lifelong learning and growth.

At IU Health, you will develop your career, advance healthcare, and deliver exceptional patient care. Join us to build a professional nursing career in a culture that values your strengths and supports your goals. If you seek a place to develop expertise, explore diverse opportunities, and foster relationships, apply today.

Our compassionate culture promotes holistic, individualized care for patients and families. Every team member is a caregiver, extending care beyond patients to community service and health initiatives.