Job Description
Your future role at a glance Location: Evansville, IN Facility: Ascension St. Vincent Department/Specialty: Surgical Services Schedule: Full Time | Mon-Fri 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 99,000+ 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 that help you thrive 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 Benefit options and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours and location. Benefits are subject to change at any time. Your recruiter will provide the most up-to-date details during the hiring process. How you’ll make an impact in this role Lead and grow a high-performing nursing team by overseeing hiring, personalized professional development, and performance evaluations to ensure a culture of clinical excellence. Optimize the delivery of patient care by identifying and resolving operational bottlenecks, ensuring the unit has the resources and flow required for safe, effective treatment. Create and implement forward-thinking unit policies that streamline workflows and improve the overall experience for both your staff and the patients they serve. Champion clinical safety and excellence by ensuring all unit activities exceed regulatory and accreditation standards through proactive education and oversight. Manage the unit’s financial health by aligning expenditures and resources with the budget, ensuring the team is equipped with the tools they need to succeed while remaining fiscally responsible. What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need 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. Licensed Registered Nurse credentialed from the Indiana Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required. Education Required professional licensure/certification AND 3 years of experience and 1 year of cumulative leadership experience required. What Additional Preferences We're Seeking BSN IS REQUIRED FOR MAGNET 2 years of Surgery experience. Must have ability to review policies and update as necessary utilizing AORN Standards and Recommendations. Responsible for associate check-ins and completing evaluations. Attendance at assigned meetings. Conduct staff meetings monthly. Collaborate with CPD regarding education needs for the department. Other Responsibilities As Assigned. Equal employment opportunity employer Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster. Fraud prevention notice Prospective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers and interview requests. Scammers may use sophisticated tactics to impersonate Ascension employees. To ensure your safety, please remember: Ascension will never ask for payment or to provide banking or financial information as part of the job application or hiring process. Our legitimate email comm