Registered Nurse; RN; Ortho​/Neuro Trauma - Weekend Alternative - Part Time

Beacon Health System is hiring a Weekend Alternative, part-time day shift Registered Nurse for our Ortho/Neuro Trauma Department at Memorial Hospital in South Bend, IN.

Dedicated weekend schedule with added compensation for weekend hours. The recruitment team will provide further details if your application is moved forward.

• New graduates eager to learn and experienced nurses looking for growth flourish here.
• Our high-energy unit specializes in caring for ortho/neuro/trauma patients.
• We’re a dynamic, team-focused environment where mentorship, collaboration, and continuous learning are at the heart of what we do.
• Nurses thrive on diverse clinical experiences, interdisciplinary teamwork, and the chance to grow in a fast-paced, supportive setting.

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance through Cigna
• Life Insurance
• 403(b) Matching Retirement Fund
• Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Shift Differentials
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition and Certification Reimbursement
• Clinical Ladder Program
• Local and National Discounts
• Beacon Academy Educational Courses
• Gym Membership Discount

As an Ortho/Neuro Trauma Department Registered Nurse, you’ll report to the Director or Manager to provide professional nursing services in the area of assignment, assess the needs of patients and initiate and evaluate individualized plans of care. You will collaborate with other professional, clinical, and ancillary staff in providing compassionate and quality care to patients.

• Safely and effectively perform high-risk, high-frequency technical procedures in accordance with legal and professional standards.
• Prioritize patient care activities based on acuity, resource availability, patient preferences, and departmental needs.
• Identify and respond to physical or emotional health risks, initiating appropriate corrective or preventive actions.
• Maintain accountability for personal and delegated decisions, using evidence-based practices, protocols, and organizational values.
• Seek supervision or resources when needed to ensure safe and effective care; collaborate to resolve complex issues.
• Develop, revise, and evaluate individualized care plans that reflect patient goals, preferences, and needs across physical, emotional, social, and spiritual domains.
• Ensure continuity of care through appropriate interventions, modifying plans based on effectiveness and patient satisfaction.
• Accurately document assessments, interventions, and outcomes within established guidelines.
• Communicate effectively with team members to achieve positive outcomes and satisfaction.
• Delegate tasks appropriately based on patient needs, staff roles, and competencies, while maintaining accountability for outcomes.
• Support professional development of peers through role modeling, feedback, and precepting.
• Advocate for patients and families to ensure appropriate care and outcomes.
• Address conflicts constructively and participate in decision-making processes, demonstrating adaptability and support for change.

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in nursing, advanced analytical skills to solve complex problems, and the ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. Demonstrated interpersonal skills to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, patients, visitors, physicians, and others. Responsiveness and adaptability for scheduling purposes, including support for co‑workers and department functions when necessary.

• Completion of an accredited nursing program and RN license in the state of Indiana.
• Within five years of employment as an RN, obtain a BSN or certification in your area of specialty.