Registered Nurse Med Surg

Ascension; Evansville (IN); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Employee assistance

Parental leave

Transportation savings

Job summary

Ascension Evansville seeks an experienced Registered Nurse for the 4 East Med Surg unit. This part-time night-shift role focuses on bedside care, patient safety, and rapid recovery while coordinating with the broader care team.

Responsibilities include monitoring patient conditions, implementing care plans, and guiding timely interventions. The position emphasizes discharge planning and family communication within a compassionate, Catholic health system.

Qualifications

• Current RN license in Indiana required.
• BLS Provider certification within 30 days of hire.
• Diploma from an accredited nursing program is required.
• Part-time night shift schedule requires flexibility and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Lead bedside care with personalized care plans ensuring patient safety.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams for a seamless patient experience.
• Monitor patient conditions in real-time and trigger timely interventions.
• Facilitate discharge planning for smooth hospital-to-home transition.

Skills

Bedside care

Care plan execution

Team coordination

Patient safety

Education

Diploma in Nursing

Indiana RN license

Job description

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Evansville, IN
• Facility: Ascension St. Vincent
• Department/Specialty: 4 East Med Surg
• Schedule: Night Shift l Part-time

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Lead bedside care by implementing and adapting personalized care plans that prioritize patient safety and rapid recovery.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams to ensure a seamless, holistic care experience where every specialist aligns with the patient's goals.
• Monitor and interpret patient conditions in real-time, acting as the critical link between the patient and medical staff to trigger timely interventions.
• Advocate for patients and families by managing the discharge process, ensuring a smooth and confident transition from hospital to home.

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.

Education

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

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: 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.

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