Registered Nurse - Cardiac PCU FT Nights

Indiana University Health; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan forgiveness

401(K) retirement plan with employer‑m

New hourly wage differential

Job summary

Indiana University Health is seeking an RN to join the Advanced Heart Care PCU (5E), delivering specialized cardiac nursing within a premier health system in Indiana.

The role focuses on complex cardiovascular patients, opportunities for professional growth, and collaboration with top medical professionals committed to excellent patient care.

Qualifications

• ASN required; BSN preferred.
• RN license in Indiana or NLC RN license required/active.
• Graduated from a nationally accredited nursing program.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (AHA) required.

Responsibilities

• Provide care for patients in the Cardiac Progressive Care Unit (PCU) with complex cardiovascular conditions.
• Develop highly specialized cardiac skills and participate in post-procedural care including LVAD/heart transplant evaluations.
• Collaborate with diverse medical professionals to advance patient care and outcomes.

Education

ASN

BSN preferred

RN license in Indiana or NLC RN license

Graduated from a nationally accredited nursing program

BLS (AHA) certification

Job description

Introduction

Are you an upcoming nurse graduate or recent nurse graduate? Thanks for your interest in joining the team!

Indiana University Health is looking for passionate, experienced nurses to join our team and collaborate with top medical professionals.

At IU Health, you will develop your career in significant ways, advancing healthcare and delivering the highest level of patient care. Being an IU Health nurse means building a professional nursing career designed by a culture that accepts your outstanding strengths and supports your personal and professional goals. If you are seeking an organization where you can explore diverse career opportunities, embrace learning, cultivate new relationships, and fuel your spirit of inquiry.

Advanced Heart Care (5E)

An advanced Cardiac Progressive Care Unit (PCU) dedicated to caring for patients with complex cardiovascular conditions. The unit manages patients with advanced heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, cardiac arrhythmias, congenital heart defects, infective endocarditis, and post-CABG recovery. The team also supports patients undergoing LVAD and heart transplant evaluations, as well as those requiring post‑procedural care following cardiac catheterization, valve repair, and valve replacement procedures. As the only PCU within the organization that performs sheath removal following cardiac procedures, Advanced Heart Care (5E) offers a unique opportunity for nurses to develop highly specialized cardiac skills. The unit also focuses on comprehensive long‑term cardiac care planning, helping patients navigate complex treatment pathways and optimize outcomes throughout their cardiac journey.

Unit Successes/Designations

• About 50% of the team is currently working on an advanced degree or certification!
• Decrease in harm events by 50% in 2024
• Multiple team members of 5E are connected with the Magnet Recognition process
• Multiple Daisy Award Nominees in 2024
• Tulip Award winner in 2024!

Unit Culture Highlights

• Mentorship Program
• Support for emerging leaders
• Welcoming environment for patients, visitors, and team members

Qualifications

• Requires an Associates of Nursing (ASN); Bachelors of Nursing (BSN) preferred.
• Requires an active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Indiana or an active Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) RN license.
• Requires that the RN has graduated from a nationally accredited nursing program.
• Requires Basic Life Support certification through the AHA.
• Other advanced Life Support certifications may be required per unit/department specialty according to patient care policies.

Why Join IU Health?

As Indiana’s largest and most comprehensive healthcare system, and the number 1 ranked healthcare system in Indiana, we offer:

• A supportive and collaborative work environment that is patient centered.
• Competitive benefits.
• 401(K) retirement savings with employer match.
• Employer paid medical leave.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Student loan forgiveness – IU Health qualifies under the public service loan forgiveness program.
• Employee Assistance Program - Counseling at no cost to you
• Healthy Results - Participation in our team member wellness programs award points that contribute toward a biweekly financial incentive in your paycheck. The more you participate, the more you earn.

Our culture of compassion allows for a holistic delivery of care that is individualized based on our patients’ and their families’ needs. At IU Health, every team member is a caregiver. This care does not stop with our patients, it also extends to one another and our community through service projects, health initiatives and wellness education.

This position currently qualifies for a NEW hourly wage differential in addition to standard shift and holiday differentials. More details about this differential will be provided during the interview process.

We are an equal opportunity employer. IU Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.