Saint Joseph Health System

Nursing roles at Saint Joseph Health System are structured around the Indiana Nurse Practice Act, with a strong emphasis on patient advocacy, safety, and the systematic delivery of care through the nursing process—assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation. The organization offers both staff RN and Lead RN positions, with Lead RN roles incorporating clinical leadership, educational responsibilities, and coordination of patient care activities alongside direct nursing practice. Job descriptions indicate a formal accountability framework where nurses serve as patient advocates and resource persons for colleagues and management.