Registered Nurse Cardiothoracic Stepdown

Location: Indianapolis, IN

Facility: Ascension St. Vincent

Department/Specialty: Cardiothoracic Stepdown

Schedule: FT Nights

• Provides specialized nursing care in a 48-bed specialized progressive care unit.
• Cares for complex cardiovascular surgical patients, including transplant, CABG, and VAD recipients.
• Manages post-op care for peripheral vascular procedures and renal transplants.
• Monitors thoracic surgery patients, including VATS, robotic procedures, and resections.

Maintains 1:3 to 1:4 nurse-to-patient ratios with Patient Care Technician support.

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.

Additional Preference :

• Previous hospital experience