Registered Nurse

Overview

We have a full time days opportunity for a Registered Nurse in Rehabilitation Hospital of Northern Indiana in Mishawaka, Indiana (South Bend area). The facility provides intensive rehab care for stroke survivors, individuals with brain or spinal cord injuries, multiple trauma, and other debilitating conditions, and is fully accredited with excellent patient outcomes.

Mishawaka blends small‑town warmth with big‑city potential, offering a lower cost of living, scenic Riverwalk, parks, and proximity to Lake Michigan, Chicago, and the University of Notre Dame.

As a participating hospital of Ernest Health, we offer robust recognition, wellness, and retention programs, encouraging employees to share their work experience through “My Ernest Journey” and our Engagement Survey.

Our hospital offers comprehensive benefits, designed to support your health and financial well‑being.

• PPO and High Deductible Medical Plan options
• Flexible and Health Saving account options available
• Dental and Vision coverage
• 401K with employer matching
• Life insurance
• Short‑and‑long term disability
• Competitive compensation and shift differentials. CRRN/CCRN pay!

• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program with quarterly wellness challenges with participation incentives.
• Earned Time Off - Start accruing vacation time on start date.

• Clinical Career Ladder bonus program
• Nursing Preceptor bonus program
• House Supervisor Training
• Continuing education opportunities

• A passion for providing patient care, strong clinical skills, and a strong collaborator with Physicians and Therapists.
• Degree from an accredited Nursing Program.
• Current State Registered Nurse License.
• Current CPR certification.

• Successful completion of accredited Registered Nursing program required. Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree preferred.
• Current state license as a Registered Nurse required.
• Current CPR Certification required.
• One (1) year recent experience preferred. Acute care setting preferred.
• ACLS certification preferred in LTACH and Texas hospitals.

• Knowledge of and adherence to current nursing theory and practice, infection control, and wound care standards of practice.
• Knowledge of accreditation standards to ensure adherence to all standards set forth by state and accrediting agencies of TJC and CMS.
• Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures, and utilizes proper policies, procedures, and guidelines in caring for patients.
• Demonstrates critical thinking skills.
• Demonstrates general computer skills including: data entry, word processing, email, and record management.
• Effective organizational and time management skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain proper levels of confidentiality.
• Ability to work closely and professionally with others.
• Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.

The Registered Nurse provides professional nursing care to patients within assigned unit. The role is also responsible for patient assessments, planning, supervising, interventions, and evaluations designed to prevent complications of physical disability, restore optimal functioning, and help the patient adapt to an altered life style. Integrates the hospital’s mission and “Guiding Principles” into daily practice.