Registered Nurse- PACU

Overview Part and Full-time roles are eligible for a $30,000 sign‑on bonus – apply today to learn more! We are seeking an individual with a minimum of two years of RN experience for this role. If you are an upcoming or recent nurse graduate, please apply through our pipeline requisition. 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. Unit Overview Our PACU offers a highly specialized, fast‑paced environment where expert nurses care for adult and pediatric patients in the immediate post‑anesthesia phase. The 32‑bay unit supports a weekday‑only surgical schedule with strong interdisciplinary collaboration and exceptional support from anesthesiologists and surgeons. Nurses typically care for patients at a 1:1 ratio for pediatrics and 1:2 for adults, allowing for focused, high‑quality recovery care with minimal prolonged patient interaction. Our team is known for its supportive, collaborative culture. Join our well‑tenured PACU where nurses genuinely support one another and collaborate seamlessly! Nursing Skills Gained on This Unit Critical thinking at an ICU level of care Management of chest tubes, ART lines, and new tracheostomy Airway management for adults, pediatrics, and tracheostomy patients Interdisciplinary collaboration with OR nurses, advanced practitioners, surgeons, and anesthesiologists Unit Successes / Designations Multiple Daisy Nominees and 1 Daisy winner in 2025 IU North hosted the Indiana Society of Perianesthesia Nursing fall conference in 2025 Unit Culture Highlights Active and engaged professional governance council Regular retention activities including peer milestone celebrations, unit activities, and scheduled outings outside of work A highly diverse team of nurses with an array of clinical backgrounds – from PICU, peds ED, adult ED, ICU, anesthesia nursing Shifts 10-10:30 mid shift, self‑scheduling, mid‑shift hours; on‑call coverage Qualifications 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. Referral Bonus eligible 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. We are an equal opportunity employer. IU Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. #J-18808-Ljbffr Indiana University Health