Registered Nurse Trauma Neuro ICU

Ascension • Indianapolis, IN

5d • Onsite

About The Position

This role is for a Registered Nurse in the Trauma Neuro ICU at Ascension St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis, IN. The position is full-time, requiring 3x12-hour night shifts with rotating weekends. The nurse will manage advanced neurological and hemodynamic monitoring systems, act as a critical thinker and first responder in high-acuity situations, collaborate with various surgical and medical teams, deliver life-sustaining treatments, and provide family advocacy and education.

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

Nice To Haves

• Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• One year of critical care experience.
• Acute adult inpatient experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage advanced neurological and hemodynamic monitoring systems (e.g., ICP/EVDs).
• Act as a critical thinker and first responder in high-acuity, rapidly changing patient situations.
• Collaborate with Trauma Surgeons, Neurosurgeons, and Intensivists to execute complex care plans.
• Deliver life-sustaining treatments, including mechanical ventilation, vasoactive infusions, and advanced surgical recovery.
• Provide empathetic family advocacy and education during critical, life-altering diagnoses.

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree