Registered Nurse Cardiovascular

Ascension•Evansville, IN

2h•Onsite

About The Position

This role is for a Registered Nurse in the Cardiac Holding Recovery department at Ascension Medical Group Clinic in Evansville, IN. The position involves 4-9 hour rotating shifts, starting at 6:30 am, with hours of operation from 6:30 am to 7 pm daily. The nurse will provide direct comprehensive patient care, execute treatment plans, monitor patient progress, coordinate multidisciplinary care teams, advocate for patient safety, and drive discharge planning.

Requirements

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 obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
Licensed Registered Nurse credentialed from the Indiana Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing required OR Required professional licensure at time of hire.

Nice To Haves

Minimum of 3 years of clinical experience in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU), ICU Stepdown, or Emergency Department (ED) preferred.
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree preferred.
Valid Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification required.
Proficiency in bedside sedation required.

Responsibilities

Direct comprehensive patient care by executing tailored treatment plans and monitoring vital progress to ensure optimal recovery outcomes.
Coordinate multidisciplinary care teams to align clinical specialists, therapies, and services around a seamless, patient-centered experience.
Advocate for patient safety by precisely carrying out physician orders and communicating real-time condition updates across the care team.
Drive holistic discharge planning alongside healthcare partners to prepare patients and families for a smooth, safe transition home.