Registered Nurse - Short Stay Unit

IU Health; Muncie (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Magnet designated hospital

Employee assistance program

401(k) matching

Employer-paid medical leave

Job summary

Indiana University Health is seeking experienced nurses to join the Cardiac Medical Observation Unit (CMO) at Ball Memorial in Muncie, IN. The unit focuses on care for cardiac patients before and after procedures, with emphasis on teamwork and professional development.

We value compassionate, patient-centered care and offer opportunities for tuition reimbursement, Magnet designation, and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Requires ASN or BSN nursing degree.
• RN license in Indiana (active) required.
• BLS certification required; ACLS/other ALCS per unit policy may be required.
• Two years of acute care experience preferred; exceptions reviewed by CNO.

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct patient care on the Cardiac Medical Observation Unit.
• Monitor pre- and post-procedure cardiac patients and assess evolving conditions.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to coordinate patient care.
• Advocate for patients and families and provide education and support.
• Participate in ongoing professional development and quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

ACLS certification

Post Cath Lab care

Critical thinking

Patient advocacy

Education

ASN/BSN preferred

Job description

SHIFT: PT/FT Nights, Days

LOCATION: Ball Memorial - Muncie, Indiana

Indiana University Health is looking for passionate, experienced nurses to join our team and collaborate with top medical professionals. At IU Health, you will learn and develop your career in significant ways, advancing healthcare and delivering the highest level of patient care. Being an IU Health nurse means building a professional nursing career designed by a culture that accepts your outstanding strengths and supports your personal and professional goals.

Cardiac Medical Observation Unit (CMO) is a newly renovated, 25 private room unit located on 6 North in the hospital. We are committed to providing the highest quality of care to Observation and Medical level patients during their brief stay. We do specialize in the care of Cardiac patients pre and post procedure. We focus on our values of Team, Compassion, Excellence, and Purpose. We believe in servant leadership and encourage the growth and development of our team.

Nursing skills gained on this unit:

• Post Cath Lab care


• Develop clinical expertise and critical thinking skills


• Multi-tasking and time management skills


• Patient and family advocacy


• Cardiac Dynamics-ACLS certification

Unit Successes/Designations:

• Multiple Daisy Award nominees


• Multiple BEE Award nominees


• Magnet Designated Hospital


• Constant professional development opportunities


• Tuition Reimbursement

Unit Culture:

• Our TEAM!! Supportive Team Culture


• Variety in patient diagnoses helping to grow knowledge base


• Interdisciplinary Collaboration


• Supportive leadership to assist in professional development

Qualifications

• Requires an Associates of Nursing (ASN); Bachelor of Nursing (BSN) preferred.


• Education: The Registered Nurse (RN) must have 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 acute care experience. Such exceptions are subject to review and approval by the Chief Nursing Officer (CNO).


• Requires current state of Indiana license as Registered Nurse.


• Requires that the RN has graduated from a nationally accredited nursing program.


• 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.

Why Join IU Health?

• 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.

Our culture of compassion allows for a holistic delivery of care that is individualized based on our patients' and their families' needs. At IU Health, every team member is a caregiver. This care does not stop with our patients, it also extends to one another and our community through service projects, health initiatives and wellness education.