STAFF NURSE II

Health & Hospital of Marion County; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Staff Nurse II to provide exceptional clinical care. This role emphasizes the importance of personalized patient care while utilizing the Eskenazi Health Model of Care—Synergy. The ideal candidate will engage effectively with patients and families, ensuring their comfort and well-being. The position offers a chance to work in a collaborative environment focused on quality care and professional development. If you are passionate about making a difference in patient lives and thrive in a dynamic setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1-year clinical nursing experience required.
• Current Indiana RN license and BLS certification needed.

Responsibilities

• Provides clinical care and coordinates with patients and families.
• Maintains patient safety and advocates for quality care.
• Promotes a healthy work environment and encourages collaboration.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Clinical judgment

Patient assessment

Critical thinking

Team collaboration

Education

RN degree from an accredited institution

Current Indiana RN license

Current BLS certification

Tools

Specialized medical equipment

Job description

Division: Eskenazi Health

Sub-Division: Hospital

Req ID: 23205

Schedule: Part Time

Shift: Days

Eskenazi Health serves as the public hospital division of the Health & Hospital Corporation of Marion County. Physicians provide a comprehensive range of primary and specialty care services at the 327-bed hospital and outpatient facilities both on and off the Eskenazi Health downtown campus, as well as at 10 Eskenazi Health Center sites throughout Indianapolis.

Job Role Summary

The Staff Nurse II provides clinical care and coordination skills for every patient served. This includes understanding the patient population, delivering nursing care using the Eskenazi Health Model of Care—Synergy, and coordinating with patients, families, and healthcare teams to meet patient needs.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

Leadership & Communication

• Promotes a healthy work environment and encourages collaboration for excellent patient care outcomes.
• Performs nursing functions efficiently in accordance with policies, procedures, the Indiana Nursing Practice Act, and the Eskenazi Health Model of Care—Synergy, demonstrating characteristics like clinical judgment, advocacy, caring practices, collaboration, systems thinking, response to diversity, clinical inquiry, and facilitation of learning.
• Utilizes and documents the nursing process through assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation, considering physiological, psychological, spiritual, and cultural needs.
• Engages patients/significant others with timely health information and shares written materials, documented in the medical record.
• Handles emergency situations promptly and professionally.
• Participates in professional development to maintain competencies and seek learning opportunities.
• Supports shared governance roles at unit and hospital levels to engage staff and achieve organizational goals.

Service

• Provides personalized care to ensure patient comfort and well-being, considering diverse needs.
• Performs hourly rounds to assess care and service quality.
• Provides timely feedback on customer service issues and participates in service recovery.
• Communicates effectively with staff, patients, families, physicians, and other departments.

Quality

• Maintains patient safety and advocates for quality care.
• Participates in clinical and operational performance improvement initiatives using evidence-based practices.

Financial and Operational Management

• Ensures care is aligned with patient needs.
• Facilitates patient throughput during shifts.
• Collaborates on staffing to meet census and care needs.

People

• Acts as a preceptor and supports staff development.
• Maintains positive, calming relationships and demonstrates excellent customer service.

Job Requirements

• Current Indiana RN license.
• RN degree from an accredited institution.
• Current BLS certification; additional certifications may be required for specific units.
• Minimum 1-year clinical nursing experience.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Operates specialized equipment and administers medications per policy.
• Effective communication skills tailored to patient age and needs.
• Knowledge of growth and development principles, and ability to assess patient data accordingly.
• Uses age-appropriate communication and clinical skills.
• Understanding of nursing theories, clinical concepts, diseases, treatments, and procedures.
• Functions effectively in a team, delegates responsibilities appropriately, and follows instructions accurately.
• Competent in patient assessment, response, and documentation.
• Performs CPR and other technical skills, positions patients, and can assist in evacuations.
• Demonstrates critical thinking and maintains strict hand hygiene.