Advanced Heart Failure NP / PA

Ascension; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

403(b) retirement plan (employer-match

PTO & holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Ascension is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider to join the inpatient heart failure team at Ascension St. Vincent Indianapolis. The role is part-time (0.5 FTE) with two 10-hour shifts weekly, 7:00 AM–5:00 PM, in Indianapolis, Indiana.

You will join an established team of AHF physicians, APPs, and multidisciplinary specialists; manage admissions and discharge planning for critically ill patients, and participate in rounds and VAD/transplant discussions.

Qualifications

• BLS Provider within 30 days of hire date.
• Nurse Practitioner prescriptive authority credentialed in Indiana within 6 months.
• NP/PA credentialing from INBN, ANCC, or NCC within 6 months.
• RN credentialing from ANCC or IN Board of Nursing prior to hire date.

Responsibilities

• Manage inpatient admissions, consultations, and discharge planning for advanced heart failure patients.
• Prescribe guideline-directed medical therapy under physician direction.
• Participate in multidisciplinary rounds and transplant/VAD meetings.

Skills

NP/PA credentials

Education

Masters degree in Nursing

Job description

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Indianapolis, Indiana
• Facility Name: Ascension St. Vincent Heart Center / Ascension St. Vincent Indianapolis
• Schedule: Part-Time (0.5 FTE, two 10-hour shifts per week, 7:00 AM â 5:00 PM)

How you'll make an impact in this role

This is an exceptional opportunity for a motivated advanced practice provider to join an employed position within a busy, well-respected practice, supported by a strong referral base and the full resources of a robust health system network.

• Join an established team of Advanced Heart Failure physicians, APPs, and multidisciplinary specialists
• Call structure: Every 4th weekend commitment; 1 holiday per year commitment
• Practice setting: Inpatient
• Access to specialized clinical infrastructure for mechanical circulatory support (VAD), heart transplantation, pulmonary hypertension programs, and guideline-directed medical therapy (GDMT) resources
• Employed position within a nonprofit health system
• Board Certified or Board Eligible as a Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA)
• Eligible for Indiana state medical licensure, DEA registration, and current ACLS/BLS certifications
• Manage comprehensive inpatient admissions, consultations, and discharge planning for critically and chronically ill patients with advanced heart failure, ventricular assist devices (VAD), pre-/post-transplant care, and pulmonary hypertension.
• Synthesize multi-source diagnostic data to formulate treatment plans, prescribe guideline-directed medical therapy under physician direction, and participate in multidisciplinary morning rounds and transplant/VAD selection meetings.

About The Facility

• Ascension St. Vincent Indianapolis (86th Street) is a flagship, full-service medical facility located in Indianapolis, Indiana.
• Positioned as a major regional healthcare anchor, the campus features a Level 1 Trauma Center, a Level 4 NICU, and 8 recognized Centers of Excellence, including dedicated Heart Transplant, and Neuroscience centers.
• Integrated referral network
• Part of Ascension, a national nonprofit Catholic health system

Why Advanced Practice Providers Choose Ascension

• Physician-led, collaborative culture
• Long-term practice stability
• National network with local autonomy
• Mission-centered care rooted in service

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Nurse Practitioner specializing in Prescriptive Authority credentialed from the Indiana Board of Nursing obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date required.
• One or more of the following required:
  • Nurse Practitioner credentialed from the Indiana Board of Nursing obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date. Valid state license required specific to the state in which the associate works.
  • Nurse Practitioner credentialed from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date. Valid state license required specific to the state in which the associate works.
  • Nurse Practitioner credentialed from the National Certification Corporation (NCC) obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date. Valid state license required specific to the state in which the associate works.
  • Registered Nurse credentialed from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
  • Registered Nurse credentialed from the Indiana Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

Education

• Masters Degree of Nursing required.

Work Experience

• 1 year of experience preferred.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.