Registered Nurse - Surgery Center

The South Bend Clinic; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental & Vision

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) match

Volunteer time off

Parental leave

Job summary

The South Bend Clinic in South Bend, IN is seeking a skilled RN to join the Operating Room team on a full-time, day shift at the Eddy Street Campus.

You will conduct preoperative assessments, verify consent and procedure, educate patients, and support recovery in PACU, with collaboration across surgeons and anesthesia teams.

This role offers a $2,500 sign-on bonus, comprehensive benefits, and a culture focused on patient-centered care and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Indiana RN license is required.
• BLS certification required; ACLS/PALS within 3 months of employment.
• Strong clinical judgment and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Preoperative phase: conduct patient assessments and verify consent, site, and procedure.
• Educate patients and families about the surgical process and recovery expectations.
• Postoperative phase: monitor recovery, assess vitals and pain, administer meds.
• General duties: collaborate with surgeons, ensure regulatory compliance and accurate documentation.

Skills

RN

BLS

ACLS/PALS

Education

Indiana RN License

Job description

$2500 SIGN-ON BONUS!

Department : Operating Room

Location : Eddy Street Campus | 211 N. Eddy Street, South Bend, IN 46617
Hours : Full-Time - Days; 32 Hours Weekly.

No Weekends, Nights, Holidays or On-Call!!

At The South Bend Clinic , you are supported to do your best work and make a meaningful impact every day. You will be part of a collaborative, physician-led team that works as one and puts patients at the center of everything we do.

With a connected network of providers, care teams, and services across primary and specialty care, surgery centers, imaging, lab, and therapy, you are part of a system designed to deliver high-quality, coordinated care. Together, we create an environment where you can grow, contribute, and help improve the experience and outcomes for every patient we serve.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits that include healthcare navigation assistance.
• Access to a mental health benefit at no cost.
• Employer provided life and disability insurance.
• $5,250 Tuition Reimbursement per year.
• Immediate 401(k) match.
• 40 hours paid volunteer time off.
• A culture committed to community engagement and social impact.
• Up to 12 weeks parental leave at 100% pay and a financial benefit for adoption and surrogacy for non-physician team members once eligibility requirements are met.

Responsibilities:

Preoperative Phase:

• Conduct patient assessments, including medical history and physical status
• Verify surgical consent, site, and procedure
• Educate patients and families about the surgical process and recovery expectations
• Prepare patients physically and emotionally for surgery

Postoperative Phase:

• Monitor patients in the recovery phase – PACU and Phase 2
• Assess vital signs, pain level, and surgical site
• Administer medications and manage pain control
• Provide discharge instructions and patient education
• Recognize and respond to complications

General Duties:

• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and interdisciplinary team members
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, accreditation, and safety standards
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and staff education
• Support a culture of safety, teamwork, and accountability

Qualifications:

• Current Indiana Registered Nurse (RN) license
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required; ACLS and/or PALS within 3 months of employment
• Strong clinical judgment, communication, and organizational skills