Registered Nurse (RN) / Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Med Neuro Stroke – Part-Time - Night

Beacon Health Options; Elkhart (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Retirement Plan (403(b))

Competitive PTO

Shift Differentials

EAP

Tuition & Certification Reimbursement

Clinical Ladder Program

Discount Programs

Job summary

Beacon Health System is seeking a part-time, night-shift Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse for the Medical Neuro Stroke Unit at Elkhart General Hospital in Elkhart, IN.

The role requires ASN with Indiana licensure; BSN is preferred and a BSN must be obtained within five years. NIHSS certification is required after starting. Join a compassionate team dedicated to high-quality neuro care and patient-centered outcomes.

Qualifications

• ASN required; BSN preferred.
• Indiana RN license current.
• NIHSS certification required after starting.
• Candidate must obtain BSN within five years or be certified in specialty.
• Hospital case management and patient care experience on a Neuro/Stroke unit is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safely perform high-risk nursing procedures per standards.
• Assess patient needs and initiate/adjust individualized plans of care.
• Maintain accurate documentation of assessments and outcomes.
• Collaborate with physicians, therapists, and support staff for quality care.
• Prioritize care based on acuity and resource availability.
• Communicate effectively with the care team to ensure positive outcomes.
• Delegate tasks appropriately while maintaining accountability.
• Support ongoing professional development of peers.

Skills

Nursing care

Patient assessment

Collaboration

Communication

Education

ASN/ADN

BSN preferred

Tools

NIHSS certification

Job description

Registered Nurse (RN) / Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Med Neuro Stroke – Part-Time - Night

• Location Elkhart, IN
• Department Medical Care Units
• Facility Elkhart General Hospital

Beacon Health System is hiring a part-time, night-shift Registered Nurseor Licensed Practical Nurse for our Medical Neuro StrokeUnitat Elkhart General Hospital in Elkhart, IN.

Type:Full-Time/FTE 0.75(30hrs/wk)
Shift: Night
Shift Details: 7p-7:30a
Be a Beacon. Make a Difference.

At Beacon Health System, you’re not just part of a team, you’re part of something bigger. Every patient interaction is a chance to lead with compassion, build trust, and create lasting impact. Here, your expertise supports healing, and your heart connects us to the communities we serve.

Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance through Cigna

Life Insurance

403(b) Matching Retirement Fund

Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO)

Shift Differentials

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Tuition and Certification Reimbursement

Clinical Ladder Program

Local and National Discounts

About Elkhart Hospital

Elkhart General Hospital is a not-for-profit hospital located in Elkhart, Indiana. Our full-service, 357-licensed-bed hospital has served the community for more than 100 years with a variety of services including: Emergency Department; radiology; orthopedics; maternity, pregnancy and childbirth; behavioral health; imaging and lab; genetic counseling; DaVinci robotic surgery. As part of Beacon Health System, patients have access to providers not only at this location but can also access resources and services from across the entire health system.

What You’ll Do

As a Medical Neuro Stroke UnitRegistered Nurse, you’ll report to the Manager of Patient Care Services and provide professional nursing services. You will assess the needs of patients and initiate, implement, and evaluate individualized plans of care. This role will collaborate with other professional, clinical, and ancillary staff in providing quality care to patients.

Medical Neuro Stroke UnitRN Job Responsibilities

Safely and effectively performs high-risk, high-frequency technical procedures in accordance with legal and professional standards.

Prioritizes patient care activities based on acuity, resource availability, patient preferences, and departmental needs.

Identifies and responds to physical or emotional health risks, initiating appropriate corrective or preventive actions.

Maintains accountability for personal and delegated decisions, using evidence-based practices, protocols, and organizational values.

Seeks supervision or resources when needed to ensure safe and effective care; collaborates to resolve complex issues.

Develops, revises, and evaluates individualized care plans that reflect patient goals, preferences, and needs across physical, emotional, social, and spiritual domains.

Ensures continuity of care through appropriate interventions, modifying plans based on effectiveness and patient satisfaction.

Accurately documents assessments, interventions, and outcomes within established guidelines.

Communicates effectively with team members to achieve positive outcomes and satisfaction.

Delegates tasks appropriately based on patient needs, staff roles, and competencies, while maintaining accountability for outcomes.

Supports professional development of peers through role modeling, feedback, and precepting.

Advocates for patients and families to ensure appropriate care and outcomes.

Addresses conflicts constructively and participates in decision-making processes, demonstrating adaptability and support for change.

What You Bring

You bring a high level of knowledge and competency in performing nursing care procedures, assessments, treatments, and techniques. As a Registered Nurse, your advanced analytical skills are necessary to solve complex problems and make decisions related to patient care. You demonstrate the interpersonal skills necessary to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, patients, visitors, physicians, and others. You demonstrate the ability to communicate, both verbally and in writing, in a clear and concise manner.

Required Qualifications

Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) is required. Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) is preferred.

Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in Indiana.

Candidates hired after January 1, 2014, must have or obtain a BSN within five (5) years of employment as a Registered Nurse or will have the option to become certified in their area of specialty. The certification must be maintained based off accrediting body standards.

NIHSS Certificaition Required after starting

The Beacon Way

At Beacon Health System, our approach to care goes beyond clinical excellence because it’s built on meaningful connections. Guided by our core values of Trust, Respect, Integrity, and Compassion, we strive to create an environment where patients feel heard, employees feel valued, and innovation thrives.

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