Registered Nurse Progressive Care Stepdown

Ascension Health; Anderson (IN); On-site; USD 56,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

403(b)

PTO & holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Parental leave

Family benefits

Transportation savings

Job summary

Ascension Health in Anderson, IN is seeking a Registered Nurse to join the Medical | Tele | Progressive Care teams for nights, full-time with weekend option.

You will monitor complex patient recovery, coordinate care with physicians and therapists, and translate orders into compassionate hands-on care for high-acuity patients.

You’ll assess discharge readiness and collaborate with the care team to empower patients and families for a safe transition home.

Qualifications

• RN license from Indiana Board of Nursing required.
• BLS certification within 30 days of hire.
• Diploma from an accredited nursing program required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor patient recovery journeys and adapt care plans.
• Coordinate between physicians, therapists, and specialists.
• Execute clinical orders with precision and compassion.
• Assess discharge readiness and support transition home.

Skills

Patient care

Care coordination

Clinical reasoning

Communication

Education

Nursing Diploma

Indiana RN licensure

Job description

Your future role at a glance

Location: Anderson, IN

Facility: Ascension St. Vincent Anderson

Department/Specialty: Medical | Tele | Progressive Care | Step Down

Schedule: Nights | Full Time | Weekend Option | 6:00pm - 6:30am

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Manage complex patient recovery journeys by continuously monitoring physiological changes and adapting care plans to ensure safety during the critical transition toward healing.

• Advocate for patient needs by serving as the central coordinator between physicians, therapists, and specialists, ensuring a unified and high-quality approach to treatment.

• Execute clinical orders with precision and foresight, translating medical instructions into compassionate, hands‑on care for patients with high‑acuity needs.

• Facilitate a confident transition home by assessing discharge readiness and collaborating with the healthcare team to provide patients and families with the tools they need for a successful recovery.

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.

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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Min Salary: 40.41

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