Overview

Indiana University Health is looking for passionate, experienced nurses to join our team and collaborate with top medical professionals. 

Riley at IU Health is ranked as one of the best hospitals in the United States in 10 areas of -specialized pediatric healthcare. The academic health center formed by our relationship with the Indiana University School of Medicine offers nurses a unique opportunity to excel in their careers. Our talented Magnet-designated nursing team consistently achieves the highest quality of nursing standards, drawing individuals who are highly motivated to engage in lifelong learning and professional development. 

As one of the nation’s busiest sites for pediatric healthcare research, we strive to attract people who are passionate about improving children’s health. Here, you will have access to a wide range of education, research and career options to support your professional growth. You can stay current with the latest medical advancements and be part of a diverse team that is leading the way toward better care and treatments for children.

At IU Health, you will learn and 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. 

Are you looking for a full-time pediatric RN position where you can make a positive impact on the lives of your patients while also building strong relationships with your colleagues and developing your nursing practice with the support of your colleagues? Do you thrive in a fast paced and everchanging environment? If so, we would love to meet you!  

The RN in this role will be in the Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Clinic and Infusion Center at Riley Children’s Hospital. Being an IU Health nurse means building a professional nursing career designed by you, with competitive benefits, a culture that embraces your unique strengths, and supports your personal and professional goals. If you are seeking an organization where you can engage professionally, develop clinical expertise, embrace learning, foster new relationships, and fuel your spirit of inquiry, you have come to the right place!   

Nursing skills gained on this unit: 

·         Critical thinking in a fast-paced environment 

•  Ambulatory experience 
• Infusion experience 

·         Nursing skills such as Central Line access and maintenance care, PIVs, chemotherapy, immunotherapy, blood product, and medication administration 

• Training on hypersensitivity reaction 
• Patient advocacy 

·        Flexibility and Adaptability 

Unit Successes/Designations: 

·         APHON chemotherapy/biotherapy certified nurses 

·         Team of highly dedicated nurses and medical assistants 

Unit Culture Highlights: 

·       The clinical nurse participates in decision-making, teaching, mentoring, and collaboration with the multidisciplinary team to advance the patient plan of care, achieve outcomes and enhance operational efficiency 

• Work directly with oncology trained pharmacists on site infusion area 
• Encourage nurse led governance councils 
• Multiple coaches available for training 

Qualifications  

• Chemotherapy/Immunotherapy experience with certification (required within 6 months) 
• Hem/Onc experience or Ambulatory/Infusion experience preferred 
• Pediatric experience preferred  
• 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 
• The nurse adheres to the ANA Scope and Standards of Professional Nursing and the Code of Ethics for Nurses with Interpretive Statements 
  • Student loan forgiveness – IU Health qualifies under the public service loan forgiveness program. 

Qualifications 

• 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.
• Requires an Associates of Nursing (ASN); Bachelors of Nursing (BSN) preferred. 
• Requires that the RN has graduated from a nationally accredited nursing program.
• Requires an active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Indiana or an active Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) RN license.
• Two years experience in an ambulatory setting preferred.
• Knowledge of procedures for performing the functions appropriate to the specific clinical area and familiarity with designated pieces of equipment and supplies.
• Requires ability to coordinate a number of functions for a group of patients in an effective timely manner.
• Requires awareness and understanding of legal implications of patient care activities and performance as a Registered Nurse.

Why Join IU Health? 

As Indiana’s largest and most comprehensive healthcare system, and the number 1 ranked healthcare system in Indiana, we offer: 

·         Increased pay scale for bedside nurses 

·         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. 

·         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. 

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. 

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusion at IU Health. 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.