Clinical Nurse Specialist Cardiovascular
About the role
Location: Indianapolis, IN
Facility: Ascension St. Vincent
Department/Specialty: Cardiovascular Thoracic Transplant ICU
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 97,000+ 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.
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.
Responsibilities
- Provide advanced care, consultation, research, management and education in a specific clinical area.
- Provide advanced direct nursing care in accordance with established policies, procedures and protocols of the healthcare organization.
- Serve as an expert consultant for staff in areas of program development, clinical practice, and professional development.
- Contribute to defining, directing and evaluating the nursing care and functions of clinical staff.
- Manage clinical research projects in support of evidence-based practice and disseminate findings.
- Develop, implement and evaluate educational plans/programs and utilize methods, measurements and tools to evaluate achievement of learning goals.
- May assess the learning needs of patients and families and develop and/or implement teaching programs.