Registered Nurse Cardiothoracic Stepdown
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- Location: Indianapolis, IN
- Facility: Ascension St. Vincent Indianapolis
- Department: Cardiothoracic Stepdown
- Schedule: Full-time Days
- 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:
Required Credential(s):
- BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. 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.
Education:
- Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing OR Required professional licensure at time of hire.
Previous in-patient experience preferred