Registered Nurse Emergency Department

Ascension; Tama (IA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Ascension in Anderson, IN is seeking an Emergency Department Registered Nurse for a full-time day shift with every third weekend rotation. The SNF provides opportunities to deliver life-saving care, collaborate with physicians, specialists, and techs, and coordinate discharge planning in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires active Indiana RN licensure, ACLS (or ALS) and BLS certifications within set timelines, and a Diploma in Nursing.

Qualifications

• Active life-support certifications required or obtained within specified timelines.
• Current Indiana RN license required prior to hire date.
• BLS Provider certification required within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide life-saving interventions in a fast-paced emergency department.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality transitions of care.
• Monitor patient conditions and communicate critical changes to the medical team.
• Guide comprehensive discharge and follow-up planning for patients and families.

Skills

Advanced Life Support

BLS Provider

Registered Nurse

Education

Diploma in Nursing

Indiana RN license

Job description

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Anderson, IN
• Facility: Ascension St. Vincent Anderson
• Department/Specialty: Emergency Department
• Schedule: Days | Full Time | 7:00am- 7:30pm | Every third weekend rotation

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.

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 Benefit options and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours and location. Benefits are subject to change at any time.

Your recruiter will provide the most up-to-date details during the hiring process.

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Drive life-saving interventions by implementing and adapting patient care plans in real-time within a fast-paced emergency environment.
• Champion the patient’s journey by coordinating with multidisciplinary teams (Physicians, Specialists, and Techs) to ensure seamless, high-quality transitions of care.
• Monitor and interpret complex patient conditions, acting as the primary advocate by communicating critical status changes to the medical team immediately.
• Orchestrate comprehensive discharge and follow-up strategies to ensure patients and their families are supported and prepared for the next stage of recovery.

What minimum requirements you’ll need

• Licensure / Certification / Registration:
  • Required Credential(s):
    • Advanced Life Support obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
    • BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. 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.
  • Preferred Credential(s):
    • Pediatric Advanced Life Support. 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.
• Equal employment opportunity employerAscension 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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