Registered Nurse Resident

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Retirement plan 403(b)

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Parental leave

Adoption assistance

Job summary

Ascension Health in Central Indiana (Ascension St. Vincent) invites newly licensed nurses to join a January 2027 residency cohort.

You will work in a variety of units with day or night schedules, full-time or part-time, gaining hands-on experience while you transition from student to professional nurse. The program combines simulations, labs, mentorship, and structured learning to build confidence in clinical scheduling and department commitments.

Qualifications

• BLS Provider within 1 month of hire date; AHAs or ARC accepted.
• Registered Nurse credential from Indiana Board of Nursing before hire date.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with mentors and educators during the first year to become a high-functioning professional nurse.
• Completes all structured learning requirements including simulations and skills labs to transition into a professional role.
• Participates in residency seminars to enhance professional development while managing clinical scheduling and department commitments.

Education

RN Diploma/License required

Indiana RN license (Board of Nursing)

Job description

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Central Indiana

• Facility: Ascension St. Vincent

• Department: Various Units Available

• Schedule: January 2027 Cohort; Days or Nights | Full-time or Part-time

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How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Collaborates with mentors and educators during the first year of practice to evolve from a student mindset into a high-functioning professional nurse.

• Completes all structured learning requirementsâincluding simulations and skills labsâto successfully transition into a professional role.

• Participates in residency seminars designed to enhance professional development while effectively managing clinical scheduling and department commitments

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: 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.

Min Salary: 37.86

Max Salary 53.44