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Registered Nurse (RN) – Intermediate Care Unit (IMCU) | Night Shift
Location: La Porte, IN (Northwest Health – La Porte)
Shift: Full-Time | Nights (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM | 36 Hours/Week)
Incentives: $15,000 Sign-On Bonus | Up to $20,000 Tuition Reimbursement |
Relocation Package Available
Why Join Northwest Health – La Porte?
Nestled in the county seat just off the shores of Lake Michigan in Northern Indiana, Northwest Health – La Porte has been the heart of local healthcare for over 40 years. We offer competitive pay rates, top-tier benefit programs, and an award-winning clinical environment:
- Massive Financial Support: $15,000 Sign-On Bonus, up to $20,000 in Tuition Reimbursement, and Student Loan Repayment assistance.
- Relocation Assistance: Relocation packages available for eligible out-of- area candidates.
- Award-Winning Care: Recognized nationwide with the American College of Cardiology’s NCDR Chest Pain – MI Registry Platinum Performance Achievement Award for 2025 (one of only 323 hospitals nationwide).
- Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with company match, and generous paid time off.
Role Overview
We are seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Intermediate Care Unit (IMCU) night-shift team. In this role, you will deliver patient-centered nursing care for moderately complex patients requiring close monitoring and specialized interventions. You will work closely with physicians and an interdisciplinary care team using the nursing process (assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation) to drive positive clinical outcomes in a supportive, compassionate environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Intermediate & Progressive Care: Provide comprehensive assessment, monitoring, and direct care for patients in the IMCU setting.
- Care Planning & Execution: Formulate and update individualized care plans, administer prescribed medications, monitor for adverse effects, and assist physicians during bedside procedures.
- Critical Monitoring & Support: Operate and manage specialized medical equipment (e.g., IV infusion pumps, telemetry, respiratory support) and rapidly respond to changing clinical conditions or medical emergencies.
- Patient & Family Advocacy: Educate patients and families on diagnosis, treatment plans, and post-discharge care while advocating for patient needs and preferences.
- Quality & Safety Standards: Adhere strictly to infection control protocols, National Patient Safety Goals, and prompt documentation standards within the Electronic Health Record (EHR).
Qualifications & Requirements
Education & Licensure:
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) License in the State of Indiana or Compact State Licensure required.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) required.
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) preferred (or obtained upon hire).
Experience:
- 0–2 years of clinical nursing experience or student clinical rotations in an acute care setting required.
Core Competencies:
- Solid knowledge of the nursing process, cardiac/telemetry monitoring, and progressive care clinical practices.
- Strong critical thinking, rapid assessment, and emergency response capabilities.
- Excellent interpersonal, collaboration, and patient communication skills.
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- clinical nursing or student clinical rotations acute care: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- RN - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15,000