Registered Nurse - Cardiac Medical Critical Care FT Nights

Part-time and Full-time roles are eligible for a $30,000 sign-on bonus (available through 9/30/2026). This position is also referral eligible. 

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Cardiac Medical Critical Care (CMCC)

The Cardiac Medical Critical Care (CMCC) unit provides specialized care for critically ill patients requiring advanced cardiac and medical intensive care services. Nurses on CMCC care for high-acuity patients with complex cardiovascular, respiratory, and multi-system conditions while working alongside an interdisciplinary team of physicians, advanced practice providers, respiratory therapists, pharmacists, and nursing colleagues. This fast-paced environment offers opportunities to develop advanced critical care skills while utilizing evidence-based practice to deliver exceptional patient outcomes.

Shift: Full Time Nights 

Patient Population/Services

• Acute and chronic heart failure management
• Cardiogenic shock and advanced hemodynamic monitoring
• Post-cardiac intervention and cardiac stabilization
• Complex arrhythmia management
• Respiratory failure requiring advanced critical care support
• Sepsis and multi-organ dysfunction
• Mechanical circulatory support devices
• Critical care patients requiring multidisciplinary management

Department Successes & Recognition

• Specialized cardiac critical care environment treating high-acuity patients
• Collaborative multidisciplinary care team focused on exceptional outcomes
• Exposure to advanced technologies and evidence-based critical care practices
• Strong emphasis on professional development, clinical education, and specialty certification
• Opportunities to participate in unit-based councils, quality initiatives, and process improvement projects

Qualifications

• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) required; Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred. 

• Current Registered Nurse license in the State of Indiana or eligibility for Indiana licensure. 

• Graduate of a nationally accredited nursing program. 

  • Candidates who have not graduated from a nationally accredited program may be considered if they possess more than two years of acute care experience. Exceptions require Chief Nursing Officer approval.

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) required. 

• Previous critical care, cardiac, ICU, PCU, step-down, telemetry, emergency department, or related acute care experience preferred. 

• Strong critical-thinking, prioritization, communication, and assessment skills required. 

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment.

Why Join IU Health?

As Indiana's largest and most comprehensive healthcare system, and the #1 ranked healthcare system in Indiana, we offer:

• A supportive and collaborative patient-centered work environment.
• Competitive compensation and benefits.
• 401(k) retirement savings with employer match.
• Employer-paid medical leave.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Student loan forgiveness opportunities through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
• Employee Assistance Program with counseling services available at no cost.
• Healthy Results wellness program with opportunities to earn financial incentives.
• Ongoing career development, continuing education, and specialty certification support.

Our culture of compassion allows for a holistic delivery of care that is individualized based on our patients' and families' needs. At IU Health, every team member is a caregiver. This commitment extends beyond our patients to one another and our communities through service, education, innovation, and continuous improvement.