Registered Nurse Pediatric Acute Care

Ascension; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

403(b) retirement

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Parental leave

Pet insurance

Transportation savings

Job summary

Ascension in Indianapolis, IN, is seeking a Registered Nurse for Pediatric Acute Care on the Night shift at Peyton Manning Children's Hospital at Ascension St. Vincent. The role entails direct clinical care in 3rd and 4th/4th floor units, including high-acuity pediatric patients.

You will monitor vitals, administer complex therapies, coordinate family communication, and support rapid response and safety protocols with a collaborative team. A nursing diploma and Indiana RN licensure are required.

Qualifications

• Licensed RN in Indiana prior to hire.
• BLS certification within 30 days of hire.
• Experience with pediatric patients preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor vital signs and assess pediatric patients across units.
• Administer medications, chemotherapy, biotherapy, central line care and phlebotomy.
• Explain care plans to families and advocate for patient-centered care.
• Collaborate with physicians and care teams to support safety protocols.
• Manage shift assignments, admissions, discharges and patient workflow.
• Orient and precept new nursing staff and associates.

Skills

Pediatric care

Vital signs monitoring

Team collaboration

Communication with families

Education

Diploma in Nursing

Job description

Indianapolis, IN, United States (On-site)

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Job Info

• Job Identification 1324484
• Posting Date 09/28/2026, 05:00 AM
• Job Shift Night
• Job Type Full Time Regular
• Minimum Salary 37.86
• Maximum Salary 53.44
• Locations 2001 W 86th St, Indianapolis, IN, 46260, US (On-site)

Benefits Statement

• 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

Job Description

• Location: Indianapolis, IN
• Facility: Peyton Manning Children's Hospital at Ascension St. Vincent
• Department: Pediatric Acute Care
• Schedule: FT Nights

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Clinical Care & Assessment: Monitor vital signs, perform clinical assessments, and manage pediatric care across 3rd and 4th floor units.
• Specialized Interventions: Administer medications, chemotherapy, biotherapy, central line care, NG tubes, tracheostomies, chest tubes, and phlebotomy.
• Family Communication: Explain care plans clearly to families and advocate for patient-centered pediatric care.
• Team Collaboration: Collaborate with specialists, physicians, and care teams; support rapid response and safety protocols.
• Care Coordination : Manage shift assignments, admissions, discharges, and patient workflow.
• Mentorship: Orient and precept new nursing staff and associates.

What minimum qualifications 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.

Additional Preference :

• Previous experience with pediatric patients

Why Join Our Team

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 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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