Registered Nurse Cardiovascular Resource

About the role

Serve as a clinical expert in cardiovascular (CV) care, providing real-time guidance and support to bedside nurses managing cardiac and vascular patients.

Assist with high-acuity situations such as chest pain, arrhythmias, post–cardiac catheterization care, and code responses, ensuring evidence-based interventions are followed.

Act as a resource for interpretation of cardiac rhythms, hemodynamic monitoring, and administration of cardiovascular medications (e.g., antiarrhythmics, vasoactive drips).

Responsibilities

• Provide real-time guidance and support to bedside nurses managing cardiac and vascular patients.
• Aid in high-acuity situations including chest pain, arrhythmias, post–cardiac catheterization care, and code responses.
• Interpret cardiac rhythms, hemodynamic monitoring, and administer cardiovascular medications.

Requirements

• Licensed Registered Nurse from the Indiana Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
• One or more of the following certifications obtained within 6 months of hire date or job transfer date:
• Advanced Life Support (ALSO)
• BLS Provider (AHA or ARCC)

Preferences

• Previous CV experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing.
• Required professional licensure at time of hire.

Skills

• Expertise in cardiovascular care.
• Ability to interpret cardiac rhythms and hemodynamic monitoring.
• Knowledge of administering cardiovascular medications.

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.

Pay

Details on pay structure not specified.

Schedule

Schedule: Full Time Nights.

Life at Ascension

Life at 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.