Provide direct patient care on a 45-bed Medical-Surgical unit managing a general M/S population including post-surgical patients (gallbladder, colectomy, appendectomy, hip/knee replacements, ORIFs), as well as patients with GI bleeds, CHF, COPD, sepsis, UTI, respiratory conditions, and COVID
Perform PIV insertion, chest tube and indwelling drain management, CBI, drip management (heparin, cardizem), PEG/NG tube care, ostomy care, remote telemetry monitoring, blood product administration, and NIHSS/dysphagia screening
Maintain strong assessment and critical thinking skills; adapt effectively to change in a fast-paced environment
Float within skillset as first to float, including potential cross-campus float to nearby Indiana campuses with a minimum 2-hour notice; mid-shift float within the same campus is also possible
Fulfill weekend and holiday requirements: every third weekend and every other holiday
May be required to precept students and new hires in this teaching environment
Required Qualifications
Current, active Compact RN License
AHA BLS Certification required
NIHSS Certification required
Minimum of two years of strong Medical-Surgical experience
At least one prior travel assignment required
Recent Epic EMR experience required (checkoff class will be required upon start)
Must live at least 40 miles from the facility to be eligible
Preferred Experience / Skills
Experience with drip management, remote telemetry, and complex post-surgical patient populations
Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to work collaboratively with an experienced unit staff
Demonstrated resilience and adaptability in high-acuity or high-census environments
Why Join Us
Join a highly experienced Medical-Surgical team in a teaching facility environment that offers professional growth through precepting opportunities
Expected schedule of 36 hours per week with the option for 48-hour contracts upon request; overtime may be available on applicable contract types