Registered Nurse Cardiac CVTU/CVICU

Ascension; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision coverage

403(b) with employer match

Paid time off and holidays

tuition reimbursement and development

Employee Assistance Program

Parental leave and family benefits

Job summary

Ascension in Indianapolis seeks an experienced RN for CVTU/CVICU night shifts. You will provide high-acuity care for STEMI, advanced heart failure, and complex transplant patients, including managing ECMO, VADs, and ventilators to keep patients stable and recovering.

Responsibilities include individualized care planning based on hemodynamics and rhythms, coordinating a multidisciplinary team, and arranging comprehensive discharge plans for safe transitions.

Qualifications

• BLS within 30 days of hire date; American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Registered Nurse credentialed from Indiana Board of Nursing.
• Advanced Life Support preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-acuity nursing care for medical and surgical patients including STEMI and complex transplants.
• Manage advanced life support and mechanical devices to maintain organ function.
• Adjust care plans based on hemodynamic data and cardiac rhythms.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams for seamless, integrated care.
• Organize discharge and transition plans for safe recovery.

Skills

Critical Care Nursing

Cardiac Care

Team Coordination

Education

RN License Indiana

Diploma in Nursing

Tools

ECMO

VAD

Ventilators

Job description

Your future role at a glance

• Department/Specialty: Cardiovascular CVTU/CVICU
• Schedule: 3x12 hour shifts, Full-time, Night shift, 7:00PM-7:00AM, Weekend and holiday rotation

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Provide high-acuity nursing care for medical and surgical patients including those with STEMI, advanced heart failure, and complex transplants to ensure clinical stability and safety.
• Manage advanced life support and mechanical assist devices, such as ECMO, VADs and ventilators, to maintain vital organ function and support patient recovery.
• Execute and adjust individualized care plans based on continuous monitoring of hemodynamic data and cardiac rhythms to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
• Lead the coordination of the multidisciplinary team across various specialties to provide a seamless, integrated care experience for complex surgical and transplant patients.
• Evaluate and organize comprehensive discharge and transition plans to empower patients and families for a safe, successful recovery after intensive care.

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.
• Registered Nurse credentialed from the Indiana Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
• Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

Education

• Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing OR Required professional licensure at time of hire.

Additional Preferences

• At least one year of critical Care experience.

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.

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.