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

Weekend Alternative Position – Premium Pay Incentives Available! 
Dedicated weekend schedule with added compensation for Weekend hours. Our recruitment team will elaborate further if your application is moved forward. 

8 South - Ortho/Neuro Trauma Unit Summary  

• New grads 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 here thrive on diverse clinical experiences, inter-disciplinary teamwork, and the chance to grow in a fast-paced, supportive setting  

  
Be a Beacon. Make a Difference.  

At Beacon Health System, you’re not just part of a team, you’re part of something bigger. Every patient interaction is a chance to lead with compassion, build trust, and create lasting impact. Here, your expertise supports healing, and your heart connects us to the communities we serve.  

We offer a wide variety of benefits for our associates, including;

• 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  

About Memorial Hospital  
Located in the heart of South Bend, Memorial Hospital is deeply rooted in the community it serves. From advanced surgical services to award-winning heart and cancer care, we provide comprehensive treatment with a personal touch. As part of Beacon Health System, we’re dedicated to improving health and inspiring hope throughout the region.  

About the Tower  

The 10-story patient bed Memorial Hospital Tower is the latest chapter in Beacon Health System’s commitment to care, compassion and community. Built with input from frontline staff, the Tower is a state-of-the-art, specialty-focused expansion that enhances how care is delivered and how teams work together. From larger rooms and leading-edge technology to a culture of collaboration and growth, this space was designed by Beacon for Beacon.  

What You’ll Do  

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 initiates, and implement and evaluate individualized plans of care. You will collaborate with other professional, clinical, and ancillary staff in providing compassionate and quality care to patients.  

Ortho/Neuro Trauma Department RN Job Responsibilities  

• Safely and effectively performs high-risk, high-frequency technical procedures in accordance with legal and professional standards.  

• Prioritizes patient care activities based on acuity, resource availability, patient preferences, and departmental needs.  

• Identifies and responds to physical or emotional health risks, initiating appropriate corrective or preventive actions.  

• Maintains accountability for personal and delegated decisions, using evidence-based practices, protocols, and organizational values.  

• Seeks supervision or resources when needed to ensure safe and effective care; collaborates to resolve complex issues.  

• Develops, revises, and evaluates individualized care plans that reflect patient goals, preferences, and needs across physical, emotional, social, and spiritual domains.  

• Ensures continuity of care through appropriate interventions, modifying plans based on effectiveness and patient satisfaction.  

• Accurately documents assessments, interventions, and outcomes within established guidelines.  

• Communicates effectively with team members to achieve positive outcomes and satisfaction.  

• Delegates tasks appropriately based on patient needs, staff roles, and competencies, while maintaining accountability for outcomes.  

• Supports professional development of peers through role modeling, feedback, and precepting.  

• Advocates for patients and families to ensure appropriate care and outcomes.  

• Addresses conflicts constructively and participates in decision-making processes, demonstrating adaptability and support for change.  

What You Bring  

As a Registered Nurse, you’ll bring a high level of knowledge and competency in performing nursing care procedures, assessments, treatment, and techniques and your advanced analytical skills are necessary to solve complex problems and make decisions related to patient care. You demonstrate the interpersonal skills necessary to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, patients, visitors, physicians, and others. You demonstrate the ability to communicate, both verbally and in writing, in a clear and concise manner. You have an understanding of the need to be responsive and reasonably adaptable for scheduling purposes, when necessary, due to extenuating circumstances in support of co-workers and department functions.  

Required Qualifications  

• Completion of an accredited nursing program and RN license in the state of Indiana  

• Within 5 years of employment as an RN, obtain a BSN or certification in your area of specialty