Registered Nurse Med Surg

Ascension • Evansville, IN

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse will provide bedside care in the 5 South Medical-Surgical department at Ascension St. Vincent in Evansville, Indiana. The role involves implementing and adapting personalized care plans, coordinating multidisciplinary care, monitoring patient conditions and prompting timely interventions, and advocating for patients and families through discharge planning and the transition from hospital to home. This is a full-time night-shift position. The posting advertises a sign-on bonus of up to $15,000.

Requirements

• Registered Nurse credential from the Indiana Board of Nursing, obtained before the hire or job transfer date.
• Obtain either a BLS Provider credential or an Instructor specializing in Basic Life Support credential within 30 days of hire or job transfer; American Heart Association or American Red Cross credentials are accepted.
• Diploma from an accredited school or college of nursing, or required professional licensure at the time of hire.

Responsibilities

• Implement and adapt personalized bedside care plans that prioritize patient safety and rapid recovery.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams to provide seamless, holistic care aligned with patient goals.
• Monitor and interpret patient conditions in real time and act as a link between patients and medical staff to prompt timely interventions.
• Advocate for patients and families by managing discharge and supporting the transition from hospital to home.

Benefits

• Sign-on bonus of up to $15,000.
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage, with HSA/FSA options.
• Employer-matched 403(b), financial planning and hardship resources, disability insurance, and life insurance.
• Pro-rated paid time off and holidays.
• Ascension-paid tuition through Vocare, tuition reimbursement, professional development, and online learning.
• Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care, and stress management resources.
• Parental leave, adoption assistance, and family benefits.
• Optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings, and other benefits.

What This Job Offers

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