Beacon nurses are the heartbeat of our health system. We are excited to announce new pay options that value our acute care, bedside nurses. Both full-time and part-time (24 hours per week) registered nurses are eligible for premium pay.
We are offering wages at $36.00 an hour ($73,440 annually) with a signed 3 (three) year agreement and completed department orientation. Your hourly rate will depend on the year of licensure and shift. Please see the details below. During your interview, we will provide you with your rate of pay for each option.
- Upon completion of department orientation, starting at $36 an hour with a 3 (three) year agreement to work at Beacon Health System as an RN on days
- Upon completion of department orientation, starting at $43 an hour with a 3 (three) year agreement to work at Beacon Health System as an RN on nights
- If you choose not to opt into an agreement, Beacon Health System offers a competitive hourly rate
We’re looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented Registered Nurse to join our Surgery team. The Surgery Nurse plays a key role in ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality surgical care by preparing the surgical suite, organizing equipment and supplies, and supporting the surgical team throughout each procedure. Responsibilities include interviewing and transporting patients, assisting anesthesia with induction and emergence, positioning and prepping patients, maintaining a sterile environment, documenting intraoperative activities, and assisting with patient transport and room turnover.
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.
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.
What You’ll Do
As a Surgery 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.
Surgery Department RN Job Responsibilities
Prioritizes patient care activities based on acuity, resource availability, patient preferences, and departmental needs.
Maintains accountability for personal and delegated decisions, using evidence-based practices, protocols, and organizational values.
Develops, revises, and evaluates individualized care plans that reflect patient goals, preferences, and needs across physical, emotional, social, and spiritual domains.
Delegates tasks appropriately based on patient needs, staff roles, and competencies, while maintaining accountability for outcomes.
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
Within 5 years of employment as an RN, obtain a BSN or certification in your area of specialty
Surgical/OR experience preferred — however, we offer a comprehensive Perioperative Training Program for nurses with strong interest and passion in developing OR skills
The Beacon Way
At Beacon Health System, our approach to care goes beyond clinical excellence because it’s built on meaningful connections. Guided by our core values of Trust, Respect, Integrity, and Compassion, we strive to create an environment where patients feel heard, employees feel valued, and innovation thrives.
If you are a dedicated and compassionate professional with strong patient skills and a passion for patient-centered care, we encourage you to apply today!
