Medical-Surgical RN – Neuroscience Step-Down
Indianapolis, IN
ADEX Healthcare Staffing LLC
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Opportunity:

RN - Med Surg

Job Details:

• Work in Neurosurgical/Neuroscience Med/Surgical/step down unit
• Patient ratios of 4-5:1 during days and 5:1 during nights and weekends
• 24 hours of orientation provided
• Work 8 weekend shifts per contract (every other weekend required)
• Minimum 2 years of experience required with IV start skills
• Will accept Med/Surg/Tele or PCU level experience
• Required certifications: BCLS and NIH
• Floating required to different levels of care (Med-Surg, PCU, ICU) at University and Methodist Hospitals
• Charge nurse responsibilities may be required with training and resources provided
• Care for patients aged 15-100+ with neuro trauma, MVA, stroke, seizure, brain and spinal cord injuries
• Handle craniotomies for tumors, laminectomies, shunts for hydrocephalus
• Perform in/out catheters, lines, g-tubes, occasional lumbar punctures, trachs, PCA pumps, wound vacs
• Work with special equipment including cardiac chairs, gait belts, Sara Steady lifts, wound vacs, fall monitors
• Collaborate daily with physical therapy and rehabilitation services
• First time travelers accepted
• Must work 2 out of 3 major holidays
• Call-ins must be made up during pay period or added to end of contract

Facility:

This major healthcare institution operates a comprehensive neurosurgical and neuroscience medical/surgical unit with 25 beds and a daily census of 24 patients. The facility specializes in treating patients with acute neurological conditions, with 40% of patients transitioning from neuro critical care and 30% discharged to rehabilitation facilities. The unit performs 2-3 surgeries daily and maintains excellent interdisciplinary support including IV teams, physical therapy, respiratory services, pharmacy, and rapid response teams. The organization emphasizes primary nursing care with strong team support and focuses heavily on early mobility and rehabilitation.

Location:

Indianapolis, IN

Indianapolis offers healthcare professionals the benefits of a major metropolitan area with a lower cost of living compared to coastal cities, featuring excellent healthcare facilities, cultural attractions, and a thriving downtown area. The city provides diverse recreational opportunities and is known for its friendly Midwest hospitality, making it an attractive destination for traveling nurses.