Registered Nurse - 1W Acuity Adaptable- Oncology

IU Health

Bloomington, Indiana

You'll care for oncology patients on a unit built to take varying levels of acuity.

Posted Aug 17 · 1 year of experience

Unit and setting: 1W Acuity Adaptable Unit at Bloomington Hospital · Hospital The unit is designed to accommodate varying levels of patient acuity while delivering specialized oncology care.Oncology patients across Med-Surg and progressive care acuity levels
License: RN license Requires an active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Indiana or an active Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) RN license.Active Indiana RN license

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License: Active Indiana RN license Requires an active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Indiana or an active Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) RN license. Check your license
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Certification: Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the AHA Requires Basic Life Support certification through the AHA.
Certification: Other advanced life support certifications set by unit policy Other advanced Life Support certifications may be required per unit/department specialty according to patient care policies.
Education: Associate degree in nursing (ASN) Requires an Associates of Nursing (ASN); Bachelors of Nursing (BSN) preferred.
Education: Graduate of a nationally accredited nursing program Education: The Registered Nurse (RN) must have graduated from a nationally accredited nursing program.
Experience: At least 1 year of RN experience This position requires at least 1+ years of RN experience.
Experience: More than two years of acute care experience, as an exception for candidates without an accredited program Candidates who have not graduated from a nationally accredited program may be considered if they possess more than two years of acute care experience.

Preferred

Education: Bachelor of Nursing (BSN)

What it pays

Extra pay: Increased pay scale for bedside nurses Increased pay scale for bedside nursesWorking as a bedside nurse
Bonus: Biweekly paycheck incentive for wellness program participation Healthy Results - Participation in our team member wellness programs award points that contribute toward a biweekly financial incentive in your paycheck.Participation in team member wellness programs

Benefits

BenefitsCompetitive benefitsCompetitive benefits.
Benefits401(K) retirement savings with employer match401(K) retirement savings with employer match.
BenefitsEmployer-paid medical leaveEmployer paid medical leave.
BenefitsTuition reimbursementTuition reimbursement.
BenefitsStudent loan forgiveness through the public service loan forgiveness programStudent loan forgiveness - IU Health qualifies under the public service loan forgiveness program.
BenefitsFree counseling through the Employee Assistance ProgramEmployee Assistance Program - Counseling at no cost to you

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Employer paid medical leave
Student loan forgiveness (IU Health qualifies under the public service loan forgiveness program)
Employee Assistance Program (counseling at no cost)
Healthy Results wellness incentive

Posted pay in Indiana

The role and schedule

Unit size: 12-bed unit The 1W Acuity Adaptable Unit is a new 12-bed oncology-focused Med-Surg/Progressive Care unit at Bloomington Hospital, opening in early summer 2027.
On call: One on-call shift every six weeks Schedule includes one on-call shift every six weeks.

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Preceptors and orientation

Residency includes robust orientation, ongoing mentorship, debriefing on clinical judgment; non-punitive support for new grads in first year

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As of 2025Source 1: careers.iuhealth.org Source 2: youtube.com

Scheduling

Flexible scheduling promoted; decent PTO; some note sick leave and holidays combined into single PTO bank; Home Health RN cited ability to create own schedule

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As of 2026Source 1: glassdoor.com Source 2: indeed.com

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This position requires at least 1+ years of RN experience. This is a referral eligible position! Are you an upcoming nurse graduate or recent nurse graduate?

Please apply through our pipeline requisition here : www.iuhealth.org/ApplyRN This pipeline requisition allows the IU Health Talent Acquisition team to pair upcoming & recent nurse graduates with the best opportunities available to them based on their unique skillset and interests. Thanks for your interest in joining the team! Indiana University Health is looking for passionate, experienced nurses and upcoming/recent RN graduates to join our team and collaborate with top medical professionals.

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.

The 1W Acuity Adaptable Unit is a new 12-bed oncology-focused Med-Surg/Progressive Care unit at Bloomington Hospital, opening in early summer 2027. The unit is designed to accommodate varying levels of patient acuity while delivering specialized oncology care. Schedule includes one on-call shift every six weeks. 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. 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. 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. Qualifications Requires an Associates of Nursing (ASN); Bachelors of Nursing (BSN) preferred.

Requires an active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Indiana or an active Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) RN license.

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 Basic Life Support certification through the AHA. Other advanced Life Support certifications may be required per unit/department specialty according to patient care policies.

What's around it?

In Bloomington, IN

Bloomington, INFrom Census ACS 2024.

Living costs about 5% below the US average

Median rent: $1,200/mo
Household income: $50,465/yr, all local households, not nurse pay

Life in Bloomington, IN

NeighborhoodsHealthcare professionals frequently settle in established, quieter neighborhoods like Southeast Bloomington, Broadview, and Clear Creek near Batchelor Middle School and Summit Elementary, which offer mature trees, quiet yards, and quick access to grocery stores and Switchyard Park away from heavy student corridors. Those wanting walkable historic charm closer to downtown and Indiana University look toward University Courts, known for 1910s single-family homes, duplexes, and small apartment buildings, as well as Prospect Hill and the Near West Side with their front-porch culture and quiet streets just off the downtown grid. Buyers and renters looking for newer construction, competitive housing choices, and larger lots often target West Bloomington.

Healthcare professionals frequently settle in established, quieter neighborhoods like Southeast Bloomington, Broadview, and Clear Creek near Batchelor Middle School and Summit Elementary, which offer mature trees, quiet yards, and quick access to grocery stores and Switchyard Park away from heavy student corridors. Those wanting walkable historic charm closer to downtown and Indiana University look toward University Courts, known for 1910s single-family homes, duplexes, and small apartment buildings, as well as Prospect Hill and the Near West Side with their front-porch culture and quiet streets just off the downtown grid.

Buyers and renters looking for newer construction, competitive housing choices, and larger lots often target West Bloomington.

Sources

As of Sep 16, 2026Source 1: amandasellsindiana.com Source 2: millicanrealty.com Source 3: collegecollectionapts.com Source 4: reddit.com

Getting aroundNavigating Bloomington relies heavily on off-peak driving and an active trail network, with most cross-town trips taking between five and fifteen minutes outside peak hours. However, parking around the university campus and central medical corridor is strictly managed and limited, with ongoing road construction and semester traffic creating periodic congestion. Bloomington Transit operates fixed-route bus lines connecting downtown and campus—with select campus-oriented routes requiring fare while others are coordinated with the university—while the paved 3.1-mile B-Line Trail serves as a reliable non-motorized commuter spine cutting straight through the urban core.

Navigating Bloomington relies heavily on off-peak driving and an active trail network, with most cross-town trips taking between five and fifteen minutes outside peak hours. However, parking around the university campus and central medical corridor is strictly managed and limited, with ongoing road construction and semester traffic creating periodic congestion.

Bloomington Transit operates fixed-route bus lines connecting downtown and campus—with select campus-oriented routes requiring fare while others are coordinated with the university—while the paved 3.1-mile B-Line Trail serves as a reliable non-motorized commuter spine cutting straight through the urban core.

Sources

As of Sep 16, 2026Source 1: amandasellsindiana.com Source 2: collegecollectionapts.com

OutdoorsWater recreation centers on Lake Monroe, Indiana's largest lake, offering boating, swimming, waterskiing, and marina access at Fourwinds Lakeside Inn just south of town, alongside quieter paddling at Griffy Lake and Lake Lemon. Extensive hiking trails wind through the Hoosier National Forest, Bean Blossom Nature Preserve's boardwalk wetlands, and Leonard Springs Nature Park, which features a 1.1-mile loop passing caves, natural springs, and wetlands. Within city limits, the 3.1-mile paved B-Line Trail and the expansive Switchyard Park provide community recreation, walking paths, and green space.

Water recreation centers on Lake Monroe, Indiana's largest lake, offering boating, swimming, waterskiing, and marina access at Fourwinds Lakeside Inn just south of town, alongside quieter paddling at Griffy Lake and Lake Lemon. Extensive hiking trails wind through the Hoosier National Forest, Bean Blossom Nature Preserve's boardwalk wetlands, and Leonard Springs Nature Park, which features a 1.1-mile loop passing caves, natural springs, and wetlands.

Within city limits, the 3.1-mile paved B-Line Trail and the expansive Switchyard Park provide community recreation, walking paths, and green space.

Sources

As of Sep 16, 2026Source 1: visitbloomington.com Source 2: expedia.com Source 3: reddit.com Source 4: makemymove.com

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Relocation incentives for qualifying hires up to $10,000

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Living in Bloomington

Set among the rolling limestone hills and dense deciduous forests of Southern Indiana, Bloomington offers healthcare professionals a rare blend of global culture, academic vitality, and quiet Midwestern ease. For relocating nurses, life centers around a vibrant downtown anchored by Kirkwood Avenue, Courthouse Square, and the paved 3.1-mile B-Line Trail, alongside celebrated local establishments like Nick's English Hut, Uptown Café, and Cardinal Spirits. Housing choices dictate your everyday pace: University Courts and Prospect Hill provide historic craftsman charm within walking distance of central campus and medical facilities, while Southeast Bloomington, Broadview, and Clear Creek offer established, family-friendly retreats near Summit Elementary and Switchyard Park away from student clusters.

Outdoor recreation is a defining perk, with Lake Monroe, Griffy Lake, and Leonard Springs Nature Park offering boating, kayaking, and cave trails just minutes outside your shift. The main tradeoffs stem from the massive university presence: hospital-area and campus parking requires planning, semester transitions cause brief traffic surges, and the rental market moves on an academic timeline. For clinicians who value rich arts, active trail networks, and deep community roots, Bloomington delivers a rewarding, grounded lifestyle.

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As of 2026-07Source 1: amandasellsindiana.com Source 2: millicanrealty.com Source 3: collegecollectionapts.com Source 4: visitbloomington.com Source 5: makemymove.com

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