Registered Nurse CVICU

Ascension; Evansville (IN); On-site; USD 68,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Retirement plan (403(b))

Paid time off & holidays

Tuition assistance (Vocare)

Employee well-being resources

Parental leave

Job summary

Ascension St. Vincent in Evansville, IN, is seeking a full-time Registered Nurse to join the Cardiovascular department. You will provide compassionate nursing care, monitor patient progress, and coordinate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure seamless treatment and safe discharges.

The role requires a nursing diploma and Indiana RN licensure, with Advanced Life Support preferred. Work schedule is 7am–7pm, in a full-time daytime setting at Ascension St. Vincent.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Deliver compassionate, high-quality nursing care aligned with clinical protocols.
• Monitor health trends and communicate critical changes for timely interventions.
• Lead as central coordinator for the multidisciplinary team to provide a seamless patient experience.
• Translate orders into precise clinical actions with accuracy and care.
• Champion transition of care by identifying discharge needs and ensuring patients go home safely.

Education

Diploma in Nursing

Professional licensure

Job description

Your future role at a glance

Location: Evansville, IN

Facility: Ascension St. Vincent

Department/Specialty: Cardiovascular

Schedule: Full Time | Days, 7am-7pm

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

• Deliver compassionate, high-quality nursing care that aligns with our gold-standard clinical protocols to ensure the highest levels of patient safety and recovery.
• Drive the success of patient care plans by proactively monitoring health trends and communicating critical changes to the team to ensure timely, life‑saving interventions.
• Lead as the central coordinator for the multidisciplinary team, bridging the gap between different specialties to provide a unified and seamless experience for the patient.
• Translate medical and nursing orders into precise clinical actions, ensuring every treatment is executed with the highest level of accuracy and care.
• Champion the transition of care by collaborating with the healthcare team to identify and solve discharge needs early, ensuring patients return home with confidence and clarity.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

• 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 required.

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 federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.