Registered Nurse Ortho Trauma
Ascension
Salary undisclosed
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Description
- Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized patient care plans while continuously monitoring, recording, and communicating changes in patient condition to the interdisciplinary team.
- Act as the primary care coordinator across all specialties and disciplines to ensure cohesive, well-integrated patient care.
- Accurately interpret, transcribe, and execute physician and nursing orders in a timely manner.
- Assess, plan, and coordinate patient discharge needs in collaboration with the healthcare team, patients, and their families.
Qualifications
Licensure / Certification / Registration:
- BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
- Registered Nurse credentialed from the Indiana Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
Education:
- Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing OR required professional licensure at time of hire.
Additional Preferences:
- Previous Trauma experience
- Previous ER experience
Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.
Equal employment opportunity employer
Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.
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About this role
Ascension's ortho trauma nursing role in Indianapolis centers on coordinating comprehensive care for patients across the orthopedic and trauma specialties. You would develop and implement individualized care plans, serve as the primary liaison among physicians, specialists, and support staff, and ensure that patient needs—from admission through discharge—are managed cohesively. The work involves continuous patient monitoring, accurate execution of medical orders, and clear communication with the interdisciplinary team about changes in condition.
This position requires a current Indiana RN license and BLS certification (obtainable within 30 days of hire). While previous trauma or emergency department experience is preferred, it is not mandatory. The role is full-time and on-site at an Ascension facility, part of a large nonprofit Catholic health system known for supporting its workforce and recognized among the best places to work in healthcare.
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