Registered Nurse- Operating Room

Operating Room Nurse OpportunityWe are seeking an individual with a minimum of one year of RN experience for this role. Two years of OR experience is preferred.At IU Health, you will 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. If you are seeking an organization where you can develop clinical expertise, explore diverse career opportunities, embrace learning, cultivate new relationships, and fuel your spirit of inquiry, apply today.Our IU Health North Operating Room (OR) supports both adult and pediatric patients, offering a high-variety surgical experience. From general surgery, ortho (including joints and spine), urology, ENT, breast reductions, gynecology, robotics, and vascular—to healthy pediatric cases supported in partnership with Riley anesthesiologists, no two days look the same.You'll care for patients undergoing procedures such as bowel resections, hernia repairs, gastric bypass, mastectomies, reconstructions, joint replacements, spine surgeries, tonsils, ear tubes, appendectomies, and more, everything except neuro and cardiac.Join our highly collaborative surgical team where nurses work closely with surgeons, anesthesia staff, CSTs, and OR assistants to provide exceptional care across a wide range of specialties. Nurses care for one patient at a time, allowing for focused, high-quality care without additional family-management pressures during procedures. Team members often work together for full shifts, fostering strong relationships and a supportive culture that keeps many staff returning.Shifts:PRNNursing skills gained on this unit:Communication skills as a part of the multi-disciplinary surgical care teamUse of state-of-the-art surgical equipment (1st facility in Indiana to receive the Intuitive da Vinci SP robot)In-depth knowledge of anatomy & physiologyUnit Successes/Designations:Many RNs with CNOR credentialsBariatric Center of ExcellenceFirst Indiana hospital to reach 100 Inspire implantsIU Health Lasting Impression winner 2023Capstone Preceptors for nursing studentsUnit Culture Highlights:Fosters an environment for learningSupport from fellow team members, as well as a dedicated leadership teamMentorship programQualifications:Requires 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 an active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Indiana or an active Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) RN license.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?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 youHealthy 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.