Patient Care RN Jobs in Indiana
Patient Care RN jobs in Indiana are concentrated in Indianapolis, Fort Wayne, and South Bend, where major health systems such as Indiana University Health, Parkview Health, and Franciscan Health maintain large hospital campuses and sustain steady hiring at every experience level. Demand is strongest in med-surg, telemetry, and progressive care units, with consistent openings across acute inpatient floors, step-down units, and post-surgical recovery. Indiana's growing regional medical centers outside the core metros also add volume, making this one of the more active RN markets in the Midwest. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Franciscan Health Indianapolis Campus
8111 S Emerson Ave Indianapolis, Indiana 46237
Our patients receive care from a highly qualified, compassionate team of individuals. Someone has to make sure these individuals work together to deliver the best possible care to our patients and their families. That someone is a clinical RN who works hand-in-hand with the nursing unit manager to lead the nurses and patient care staff of their unit. That someone is both compassionate and highly skilled, has strong communication skills, and knows that providing health care in a place that values faith is a special kind of calling. That person is our patient care coordinator.
WHO WE ARE
With 11 ministries and access points across Indiana, Franciscan Health is one of the largest Catholic health care systems in the Midwest. Franciscan Health takes pride in hiring coworkers that provide compassionate, comprehensive care for our patients and the communities we serve.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT
- Faith-based, Mission-focused Organization
- A 30-bed unit - Medical, Surgical, Renal, Behavioral, Drug/Alcohol Withdrawal
- Professional Development Opportunities
- Guide the delegation of responsibilities to the appropriate staff members to meet the needs of the patient population based on the staffing model.
- Account for all aspects of patient care, including but not limited to quality, safety, documentation, throughput, criteria for level of care and service.
- Assure compliance with professional standards, regulatory, and hospital codes of conduct.
- Evaluate the quality and effectiveness of nursing practice on the designated shift or area of responsibility.
- Collaborate with nursing staff, interdisciplinary staff and teams, leaders and others.
- Active participant or leader during unit/shift/hospital meetings, committees, and discussions.
- Maintain and demonstrates current knowledge in the administration of healthcare organizations to advance nursing practice and the provision of quality healthcare services at the unit level.
- Demonstrate a commitment to lifelong learning and ongoing professional development through such activities as continuing education, certification, and participation in professional organizations.
- Support and disseminates research findings and the integration of evidence-based practice guidelines for nursing practice and standards of care at the unit level or area of responsibility.
- Perform patient care when needed to support the sustainable staffing model.
- Perform regular rounding for outcomes on patients and staff.
- Perform timely and effective service recovery to address patient/family complaints and grievances.
- Assume responsibility for patient throughput and timely discharge in conjunction with bedside nurses and Case Management staff.
- Participate in development, implementation, and maintenance of policies, procedures, standards, protocols, clinical guidelines, documentation systems, and programs that support the clinical practice of nursing.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's Degree Required
- 3 years Nursing/Patient Care Required
- 1 year Area of practice or related specialty Preferred
- Registered Nurse (RN) - State Licensing Board
- Basic Life Support Program (BLS) - American Heart Association
- Unit Specific Certifications - Franciscan Alliance Required if required by unit.
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association Required if required by unit.
TRAVEL IS REQUIRED:
Never or Rarely
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
It is the policy of Franciscan Alliance to provide equal employment to its employees and qualified applicants for employment as otherwise required by an applicable local, state or Federal law.
Franciscan Alliance reserves a Right of Conscience objection in the event local, state or Federal ordinances that violate its values and the free exercise of its religious rights.
Franciscan Alliance is committed to equal employment opportunity.
Franciscan provides eligible employees with comprehensive benefit offerings. Find an overview on the benefit section of our career site, jobs.franciscanhealth.org.
Franciscan Health Indianapolis Campus
8111 S Emerson Ave Indianapolis, Indiana 46237
Our patients receive care from a highly qualified, compassionate team of individuals. Someone has to make sure these individuals work together to deliver the best possible care to our patients and their families. That someone is a clinical RN who works hand-in-hand with the nursing unit manager to lead the nurses and patient care staff of their unit. That someone is both compassionate and highly skilled, has strong communication skills, and knows that providing health care in a place that values faith is a special kind of calling. That person is our patient care coordinator.
WHO WE ARE
With 11 ministries and access points across Indiana, Franciscan Health is one of the largest Catholic health care systems in the Midwest. Franciscan Health takes pride in hiring coworkers that provide compassionate, comprehensive care for our patients and the communities we serve.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT
- Faith-based, Mission-focused Organization
- A 30-bed unit - Medical, Surgical, Renal, Behavioral, Drug/Alcohol Withdrawal
- Professional Development Opportunities
- Guide the delegation of responsibilities to the appropriate staff members to meet the needs of the patient population based on the staffing model.
- Account for all aspects of patient care, including but not limited to quality, safety, documentation, throughput, criteria for level of care and service.
- Assure compliance with professional standards, regulatory, and hospital codes of conduct.
- Evaluate the quality and effectiveness of nursing practice on the designated shift or area of responsibility.
- Collaborate with nursing staff, interdisciplinary staff and teams, leaders and others.
- Active participant or leader during unit/shift/hospital meetings, committees, and discussions.
- Maintain and demonstrates current knowledge in the administration of healthcare organizations to advance nursing practice and the provision of quality healthcare services at the unit level.
- Demonstrate a commitment to lifelong learning and ongoing professional development through such activities as continuing education, certification, and participation in professional organizations.
- Support and disseminates research findings and the integration of evidence-based practice guidelines for nursing practice and standards of care at the unit level or area of responsibility.
- Perform patient care when needed to support the sustainable staffing model.
- Perform regular rounding for outcomes on patients and staff.
- Perform timely and effective service recovery to address patient/family complaints and grievances.
- Assume responsibility for patient throughput and timely discharge in conjunction with bedside nurses and Case Management staff.
- Participate in development, implementation, and maintenance of policies, procedures, standards, protocols, clinical guidelines, documentation systems, and programs that support the clinical practice of nursing.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's Degree Required
- 3 years Nursing/Patient Care Required
- 1 year Area of practice or related specialty Preferred
- Registered Nurse (RN) - State Licensing Board
- Basic Life Support Program (BLS) - American Heart Association
- Unit Specific Certifications - Franciscan Alliance Required if required by unit.
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association Required if required by unit.
TRAVEL IS REQUIRED:
Never or Rarely
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
It is the policy of Franciscan Alliance to provide equal employment to its employees and qualified applicants for employment as otherwise required by an applicable local, state or Federal law.
Franciscan Alliance reserves a Right of Conscience objection in the event local, state or Federal ordinances that violate its values and the free exercise of its religious rights.
Franciscan Alliance is committed to equal employment opportunity.
Franciscan provides eligible employees with comprehensive benefit offerings. Find an overview on the benefit section of our career site, jobs.franciscanhealth.org.
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The qualifications that appear most often in patient care RN jobs across Indiana.
- Active Indiana Registered Nurse license or Nurse Licensure Compact license accepted in Indiana
- Associate or bachelor's degree in nursing from an accredited program required
- Current BLS certification through the American Heart Association required
- Minimum one year of acute care or med-surg bedside experience preferred
- Strong clinical assessment and patient documentation skills in an electronic health record system
- Ability to work rotating shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays as assigned
Patient Care RN Jobs in Indiana: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a patient care rn in Indiana?
To become a patient care rn in Indiana, you must hold an active Registered Nurse license issued by the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency after passing the NCLEX-RN exam. You qualify to sit for the NCLEX-RN by completing an accredited associate degree in nursing or a bachelor of science in nursing program. Indiana also participates in the Nurse Licensure Compact, so RNs already licensed in another compact state can work in Indiana without applying for a separate Indiana license.
How much do patient care RNs make in Indiana?
Patient care RNs in Indiana earn a median of about $83,500 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $66,750 for the lowest 10% to over $105,750 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire patient care rns in Indiana?
Employers hiring patient care rns in Indiana right now include Franciscan Health, The Jane Pauley Community Health Center, and Vituity, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Indiana's largest health systems operate multiple campuses across the state, so openings from the same employer often appear in several cities simultaneously.
Which Indiana cities have the most patient care rn jobs?
The Indiana cities with the most patient care rn openings are Indianapolis, Kokomo, and Anderson. Indianapolis dominates the count as the home of Indiana University Health's flagship academic medical center and several large competing systems, while Fort Wayne and South Bend each anchor regional hospital markets that draw patients from broad rural catchment areas, sustaining demand well beyond what city population alone would suggest.
Are there remote patient care rn jobs in Indiana?
Yes, but they're rare. Bedside patient care is inherently hands-on work, so the vast majority of openings require on-site presence. About 67% of patient care rn openings tied to Indiana are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those exceptions tend to be in utilization review, telephonic triage, or care coordination roles rather than direct floor nursing.
How can I get hired as a patient care rn in Indiana with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying directly to new-graduate nurse residency programs, which Indiana University Health, Parkview Health, and Franciscan Health all run on a cohort basis for RNs within their first year of licensure. These structured residencies place new grads on med-surg or telemetry floors with extended preceptorship before independent assignment. Candidates who hold a current Indiana RN license and a BLS certification before applying stand out, and those coming from a patient care tech or licensed practical nurse role often move into RN positions faster through internal transfer pipelines at the same employer.
Where can I find and apply to patient care rn jobs in Indiana?
You can find and apply to patient care rn jobs in Indiana on Migrate Mate, which lists current Indiana openings updated regularly. Search the listings, find roles that match your experience and preferred location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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