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Registered Nurse (RN) - CVOR - Riley Children's Hospital + Relo

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Indiana University Health

Chicago, Illinois

Sign-on bonus

Posted Aug 14

Unit
CVOR

What the listing says

Role

Term
Permanent
Practice
Epic, Cerner, Athenahealth charting
Setting
Hospital
Accepts
RN

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Pay

Sign-on bonus
$30,000
Relocation
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About this role

*Company Overview*

Indiana University Health is the region’s largest and most comprehensive healthcare system, renowned for its commitment to excellence in patient care and medical innovation. Partnered with a leading medical school, IU Health provides access to groundbreaking research, advanced training, and a dynamic environment dedicated to advancing healthcare for all.

*Job Overview*

We are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Cardiovascular Operating Room (CVOR) team. This vital role involves providing expert perioperative nursing care for cardiac and vascular surgeries within a state-of-the-art surgical environment. The ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional clinical expertise, critical thinking, and a passion for delivering outstanding patient outcomes in a fast-paced setting.

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*Duties*

  • Deliver comprehensive preoperative assessments and prepare patients for cardiac and vascular procedures with meticulous attention to detail.
  • Administer medications, including complex anesthesia-related drugs, and monitor patient responses throughout surgical interventions.
  • Maintain sterile technique and ensure adherence to aseptic protocols during all surgical procedures to prevent infection.
  • Collaborate closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other perioperative team members to coordinate seamless surgical care.
  • Utilize advanced electronic health record (EHR) systems such as Epic and Cerner for accurate documentation of patient care activities.
  • Monitor vital signs, manage airway devices, and respond swiftly to intraoperative emergencies using critical care response procedures.
  • Assist with specialized procedures including cardiac catheterization, tube feeding management, and suturing during surgeries.
  • Support post-operative recovery by providing detailed handoffs, pain management, and patient education tailored to individual needs.

*Skills*

  • Extensive experience working within a Level I Trauma Center or equivalent high-acuity surgical environment.
  • Proficiency with EHR systems such as Epic, Cerner, or Athenahealth for efficient medical documentation.
  • Strong knowledge of physiology, anatomy, and medical terminology relevant to cardiovascular surgery.
  • Skilled in aseptic techniques, IV infusion management, catheterization procedures, and ventilator support.
  • Critical care experience with acute pain management, trauma medicine, or ICU settings is highly desirable.
  • Familiarity with advanced cardiac procedures including cardiac catheterization and ICD coding practices.
  • Ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams while maintaining focus on patient safety and quality standards.

Join our team of dedicated healthcare professionals committed to delivering exceptional surgical care in a dynamic hospital environment that fosters growth, innovation, and excellence in patient outcomes.

Benefits

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Employee assistance program
  • Employee discount
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Relocation assistance
  • Retirement plan
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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Place

City
Chicago, Illinois
Median rent
$1,440/mo

rent and tenant-paid utilities

Local household income
$77,902/yr

all local households, not nurse pay

Metro price level
4% above the national average

Chicago area index 103.6, where 100 is the national average.

Address
Chicago, IL, USA

Chicago delivers big-city energy with lakefront charm along Lake Michigan, world-class medical centers, and neighborhoods like Lincoln Park and Wicker Park that blend dining, culture, and community. Nurses relocating here will find a metro area rich in career opportunity, transit access, and Midwestern character.

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You are looking at Indiana University Health in the Lafayette area, anchored by IU Health Arnett and backed by the state’s largest health system—more than 9,000 nursing professionals at over 800 sites, with ties to the IU School of Medicine…

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Pediatrics is open from year one. Children's hospitals run their own new grad residencies.

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