Registered Nurse (RN) | Methodist Stepdown Units | Varied Shifts Available

Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare in Indianapolis, Indiana is seeking a compassionate Registered Nurse to deliver and coordinate high-quality nursing care for patients. This role involves conducting comprehensive assessments and developing personalized care plans in collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.

The ideal candidate will possess an Associate’s Degree in Nursing, with a preference for a Bachelor’s Degree, and a Registered Nurse license in Tennessee. The position requires strong clinical knowledge, effective communication skills, and a commitment to patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Conduct thorough nursing assessments to develop care plans.
• Administer medications safely following best practices.
• Provide patient and family education on care plans.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive nursing assessments.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams for patient care.
• Develop and adjust personalized patient care plans.

Skills

Comprehensive understanding of patient care

Strong knowledge of the Nurse Practice Act

Ability to process complex clinical information

Effective delegation skills

Familiarity with healthcare technology

Education

Associate’s Degree in Nursing

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing

Tools

Electronic Health Records

Job description

Overview

Responsible for delivering and coordinating nursing care for patients within a multidisciplinary team, utilizing the nursing process to ensure comprehensive, high-quality care. Provides compassionate, patient-centered care while supporting patients and families through emotional challenges and crises. Prioritizes patient safety and strives for optimal care outcomes through evidence-based practice. Educates and advocates for both patients and their families, empowering them with the knowledge and resources needed for treatment and self‑care. Demonstrates professionalism and upholds the MLH Mission, Vision, and Values, serving as a role model for excellence in nursing practice.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive nursing assessments to determine appropriate interventions and develop individualized care plans.
• Provide patient and family education on care plans, medications, and self‑care strategies.
• Develop, implement, and adjust personalized patient care plans based on ongoing clinical assessments.
• Administer medications safely, following best practices in medication management.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated, high‑quality patient care.

Education and Training

• Associate’s Degree in Nursing (required)
• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (preferred)

Work Experience

• Registered Nurse: 0–1 year(s) (required)
• Clinical nursing experience: 1–3 years (preferred)

Licenses and Certifications

• Registered Nurse, Tennessee (required)
• BASIC LIFE SUPPORT – American Heart Association (required)

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Comprehensive understanding of patient care, including the ability to conduct thorough assessments using the nursing process. Strong knowledge of the Nurse Practice Act and the scope of practice for a Registered Nurse. Ability to process complex clinical information using critical thinking to develop, implement, and support individualized care plans. Ability to effectively delegate tasks to team members, ensuring a collaborative, team‑based approach to delivering high‑quality patient care. Familiarity with healthcare technology that enhances patient safety and care efficiency (e.g., bar code scanning, electronic health records).

Supervision

The Registered Nurse directs and delegates all patient care activities on nursing units.

Physical Demands

• Climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, and repetitive motion.
• Medium work: exerting up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 25 lbs. of force frequently.
• Good visual acuity including color, depth perception, and field of vision to perform activities such as assessing patients, preparing and analyzing data, and viewing a computer terminal.
• Frequent invasive and non‑invasive patient contact, exposure to patient body fluids, and exposure to hazardous or poisonous materials.
• Ability to react quickly to emergency situations.