Surgical RN - $10K Sign-On for High-Acuity Unit

Carle Health; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 54,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation bonus 5k+

Relocation 2.5k

BSN bonus

External applicants only

Job summary

Carle Health is hiring for NT7 Digestive Surgical Unit. This role involves high-acuity post-operative nursing care for a 43-bed unit, with focus on complex digestive surgery patients, ostomy care, and wound management.

You'll collaborate with surgical residents and OMFS teams to deliver safe, high-quality care. The position offers a $10,000 sign-on for external applicants, relocation options, and BSN incentives.

Qualifications

• RN license required or eligible with IL IDFPR; BLS within 30 days - AHA.
• HS Diploma or GED required.
• External applicants welcome with RN >1 year experience.

Responsibilities

• Performs post-operative nursing care for complex surgical patients.
• Manages wounds, including wound vac and ostomy care.
• Collaborates with surgical residency and OMFS teams to plan care.
• Maintains accurate documentation and safety procedures throughout the patient stay.

Skills

Wound care

Tracheostomy care

Colostomy/ileostomy care

Central line care

Telemetry monitoring

Post-operative care

Education

HS Diploma/GED

Tools

Wound vacs

Telemetry equipment

Job description

Carle Health is hiring for NT7 Digestive Surgical Unit. This role involves high-acuity post-operative nursing care for a 43-bed unit, with focus on complex digestive surgery patients, ostomy care, and wound management.

You'll collaborate with surgical residents and OMFS teams to deliver safe, high-quality care. The position offers a $10,000 sign-on for external applicants, relocation options, and BSN incentives.