Position Purpose:
The Medical-Surgical (Med-Surg) Nurse plays a critical role in delivering high-quality, patient-centered care to adults with a wide range of medical conditions and surgical diagnoses. This nurse is responsible for performing comprehensive assessments, managing medications and treatments, coordinating care with interdisciplinary teams, and supporting patients and families through education and discharge planning. The Med-Surg nurse functions in a fast-paced, dynamic environment that requires excellent clinical judgment, adaptability, and strong communication skills.
Education:
Graduate of an Accredited School of Professional Nursing
Experience
At least one year previous experience in clinical unit preferred. Ability to work collaboratively with all members of the health care team and excellent communication skills required. Requires physical stamina and emotional stability.
Licenses/Certificates:
License to practice in the State of Illinois
Current AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required upon hire.
Current AHA Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification preferred.
Current AHA Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification preferred.
Compensation:
Hourly range $31.25-$46.88
Bonus:
Potential for a performance-based bonus, subject to eligibility criteria and achievement of defined metrics. Details regarding bonus eligibility and performance goals will be provided during the interview process or upon hire.
Incentives:
Eligible for evening/night, weekend shift incentive based on company policies and applicable job codes. Additional details will be provided during the interview process.
Benefits:
We pride ourselves in retaining our top talent by offering work environments that support professional development and personal success. In addition to our robust healthcare and retirement plans, we offer:
- Flexible work schedules – Full time/part time/supplemental – Day/Eve/Night
- Tuition reimbursement
- Student Loan Repayment Program
- Payactiv-earned wage benefit-work today, get paid tomorrow
- Career advancement opportunities
Explore All Benefits
Deaconess Health System is the premiere provider of health care services to a population of more than 1.5 million in southwestern Indiana, western Kentucky and southeastern Illinois. Serving a population of more than 1.5 million residents, the system consists of 20 wholly owned, joint ventured, sponsored or affiliated hospital locations situated throughout the Tri-State.
Deaconess Health System is the largest employer in the tri-state region, and operates under the direction of a local board, with a local focus. Deaconess is widely recognized for its commitment to excellence. Named the #2 Hospital in Indiana by US News & World Report for the past six years, Deaconess was also named to the Forbes list of America’s Best Employers in 2022 and 2023, 2024 and 2025.
As our organization continues to grow and expand, we welcome skilled, dedicated and compassionate individuals to join us in delivering The Deaconess Difference: putting people at the center of everything we do, making a positive difference in the lives of our patients, families, employees and community.
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Our commitment to progressive, patient-centered care guides our work every day as our priorities are set and decisions are made with a local focus and direction.
