Cardiology NP / PA

Ascension; Carmel (IN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

403(b) retirement

PTO & holidays

Tuition assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Parental leave

Adoption assistance

Pet insurance

Job summary

Ascension St. Vincent Heart Center in Indianapolis seeks an advanced practice provider (NP/PA) to join a busy cardiology team. In this employed role you’ll manage inpatient admissions, cardiology consultations, and discharge planning, supported by GDMT resources and a strong referral base.

You'll need IN licensure, BLS, prescriptive authority, and NP/PA credentials with Indiana licenses. The position offers full-time, four 10-hour shifts, with comprehensive benefits within Ascension's health

Qualifications

• Licensure/ Certification / Registration: BLS within 30 days of hire date, accepted by AHA/ARC.
• NP prescriptive authority credentialed from Indiana Board of Nursing within 6 months.
• One or more NP/PN credentials from Indiana Board/ANCC/NCC within 6 months.
• RN credentials from ANCC or Indiana Board of Nursing required prior to hire.

Responsibilities

• Manage comprehensive inpatient admissions and cardiology consultations.
• Deliver daily clinical care and discharge planning for complex cardiovascular cases.
• Interpret diagnostic studies, imaging, and telemetry to guide GDMT.
• Lead patient/family education and multidisciplinary rounds.

Education

Master's Degree of Nursing

Nurse Practitioner prescriptive authority credentialed (Indiana)

Indiana RN license

ANCC/NCC credentialing options (NP)

Job description

Your future role at a glance

Location: Indianapolis, Indiana

Facility Name: Ascension St. Vincent Heart Center and Ascension St. Vincent Indianapolis

Schedule: Full-Time (Four 10-hour shifts per week, 7:00am to 5:00pm)

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 97,000+ 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.

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: pro-rated 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

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 cardiologists, nurses, and multidisciplinary healthcare professionals
• Call structure: Every 4th weekend commitment; 1 major or minor holiday per year on a rotating basis
• Practice setting: Inpatient (covering Ascension St. Vincent Heart Center and Ascension St. Vincent Indianapolis)
• Access to advanced diagnostic imaging, telemetry, guideline-directed medical therapy (GDMT) resources, and multidisciplinary specialty support
• 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 BLS/ACLS certifications
• Manage comprehensive inpatient admissions, cardiology consultations, daily clinical care, and discharge planning for patients presenting with complex acute and chronic cardiovascular conditions such as ACS, CAD, CHF, and pulmonary hypertension.
• Interpret complex diagnostic studies, imaging, and telemetry data to formulate and modify individualized treatment plans, prescribe guideline-directed medical therapy (GDMT), and lead patient/family education and multidisciplinary morning rounds.

About The Facility

• 800+ bed tertiary healthcare system footprint across two major medical campuses
• Level 1 Trauma Center with a dedicated flagship Heart Center
• Serving a population of approximately 2 million in the greater Indianapolis metropolitan area
• Integrated referral network providing comprehensive cardiovascular care across central Indiana
• 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.

Equal employment opportunity employer

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