Registered Nurse Practice Specialist

Ascension Health; Evansville (IN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

403(b) plan

PTO & holidays

Tuition reimbursement

EAP & well-being

Parental leave

Legal & pet insurance

Job summary

Ascension St. Vincent in Evansville, IN is seeking a Unit/Department Nurse to guide evidence-based practice initiatives and lead unit- and division-level projects across the health system.

You will turn data into actionable care improvements and mentor care teams while bridging research with bedside care in a day-shift, full-time role. The position requires a BSN, Indiana RN license, and BLS certification, with 2 years of experience (5 years preferred).

Qualifications

• BLS Provider certification required within 1 month of hire or transfer date.
• Registered Nurse credentialed from the Indiana Board of Nursing prior to hire date or transfer date.

Responsibilities

• Lead evidence-based practice initiatives and update order sets and guidelines.
• Aggregate and analyze quality and patient safety data with clinical leaders to drive improvements.
• Conduct unit rounds with clinical leaders to coach and support care teams.
• Evaluate clinical research outcomes to integrate evidence-based guidelines into nursing practice.
• Collaborate with leadership to design competency plans and refine safety standards across teams.

Skills

BLS Certification

RN License

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Job description

Your future role at a glance

• Location : Evansville, IN

• Facility : Ascension St. Vincent

• Department/Specialty : 6 South Med Surg

• Schedule : Day Shift l Full-time

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Guide evidence-based practice initiatives: Lead the implementation of unit and division-level projects, including updating order sets and practice guidelines, to elevate clinical standards across the health system.

• Turn data into actionable care improvements: Aggregate and analyze quality and patient safety data alongside clinical leaders to identify practice gaps and drive measurable improvements in patient outcomes.

• Empower and mentor care teams: Conduct regular unit rounds in partnership with clinical leaders to provide hands-on coaching, support caregivers and foster professional development.

• Bridge research and bedside care: Evaluate clinical research outcomes to develop and integrate cutting-edge, evidence-based guidelines directly into daily nursing practice.

• Partner for quality and safety enhancement: Collaborate with clinical leadership to design targeted competency plans, close skill gaps and continuously refine safety standards across teams.

What minimum requirements you’ll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration

• Required Credential(s):

• 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.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing from an accredited school/college of nursing required.

Work Experience

• 2 years applicable experience required. 5 years preferred.

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

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) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRightsSp6.12.pdf) poster.

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