Clinical Nurse Specialist Progressive Care

Ascension; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

Employer-matched 403(b)

Pro-rated PTO and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Parental leave

Job summary

Ascension is seeking a dedicated nurse to provide advanced direct nursing care in the Ortho Trauma Stepdown unit at Ascension St. Vincent in Indianapolis, IN. The role emphasizes expert consultation, program development, and ongoing clinical education to improve patient outcomes.

You will lead education initiatives, manage research projects supporting evidence-based practice, and collaborate with staff to deliver high-quality care across day shifts in a full-time capacity.

Qualifications

• BLS Provider required within 30 days of hire or transfer date (AHA or Red Cross accepted).
• Clinical Nurse Specialist or RN credentialing options may be required by hire date.
• Indiana RN licensure or validation prior to hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced direct nursing care in accordance with policies, procedures and protocols.
• Serve as expert consultant for staff in program development, clinical practice and professional development.
• Manage clinical research projects to support evidence-based practice and dissemination of findings.
• Develop, implement and evaluate educational plans and programs; measure learning goals.
• Assess learning needs of patients and families and implement teaching programs.

Education

Diploma in Nursing and Master's degree

Job description

• Schedule: Day shift | Full-time

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Indianapolis, IN
• Facility: Ascension St. Vincent
• Department/Specialty: Ortho Trauma Stepdown
• Schedule: Day shift | Full-time

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• You will provide advanced care, consultation, research, management and education in a specific clinical area.
• Provide advanced direct nursing care in accordance with established policies, procedures and protocols of the healthcare organization.
• Serve as an expert consultant for staff in areas of program development, clinical practice, and professional development. Contribute to defining, directing and evaluating the nursing care and functions of clinical staff.
• Manage clinical research projects in support of evidence-based practice and disseminate findings.
• Develop, implement and evaluate educational plans/programs and utilize methods, measurements and tools to evaluate achievement of learning goals.
• May assess the learning needs of patients and families and develop and/or implement teaching programs.

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.
• One or more of the following required:
  • Clinical Nurse Specialist credentialed from the American Association of Critical Care Nurses (AACN) obtained within 12 Months (1 year) of hire date or job transfer date.
  • Clinical Nurse Specialist credentialed from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) obtained within 12 Months (1 year) of hire date or job transfer date.
  • 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

• Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing required and Master's degree required.

Additional Preferences

• 3 - 5 years of experience as a Registered Nurse in Progressive Care
• Teaching/Education experience
• Leadership experience
• Need to be flexible on shift (support staff development â days, nights, and weekends)

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

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.

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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.

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