Deaconess Health System

Registered/Licensed Practical Nurse - Post Surgical

Deaconess Health System  •  Jasper, IN (Onsite)  •  5 days ago
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Job Description

Where Recovery Begins and Expertise Grows

Every successful surgery needs an exceptional recovery team behind it.

Post-Surgical Services at Memorial is a 22-bed unit designed to care for patients recovering from a wide range of procedures, including orthopedic, general surgery, urology, bariatric, gynecology, plastic, and oral/maxillofacial surgeries. Nurses on this unit play a vital role in helping patients regain strength, manage pain, and move confidently through the recovery process after both planned and unexpected surgeries.

What makes this unit stand out is the depth of expertise and support behind it. As part of Memorial's Orthopedic Center of Excellence, the team has been instrumental in the hospital's Joint Commission Disease-Specific Certifications for total knee and total hip replacements Nurses work closely with surgeons, therapy teams, dietitians, and wound care specialists to provide well-rounded, patient-centered care that supports both physical healing and emotional recovery.

This is a unit where teamwork is strong, continuing education is encouraged, and nurses are supported in growing their careers through specialty certifications and leadership that invests in professional development.

If you're looking for a unit that combines surgical excellence, strong teamwork, and the opportunity to make a visible difference in a patient's recovery, Post-Surgical Services is the place for you.

Requirements

  • Active Indiana RN license or valid compact RN license
Deaconess Health System

About Deaconess Health System

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.

Browse our site to learn more about our convenient locations, expert services, community involvement, and much more. 

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.

Industry
Healthcare & Social Services
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Evansville, IN
Year Founded
1892
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