Cardiac Surgery RN: Care Leader & Discharge Advocate

Ascension; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off (PTO) & Holidays

Tuition assistance (Vocare)

Job summary

Ascension in Austin, Texas seeks a licensed Registered Nurse for Cardiac Surgery. You will lead a multidisciplinary team, coordinate care, and ensure safe transitions with thorough discharge planning.

The role emphasizes evidence-based nursing and precise documentation within a dynamic hospital setting. Minimum requirements include Texas RN licensure and BLS or equivalent within 30 days of hire, with a nursing diploma or a non-nursing bachelor's degree under certain conditions.

Qualifications

• Licensed RN in Texas with current Texas BON license.
• BLS Provider or instructor certification within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Lead the multidisciplinary team and coordinate care across physicians, specialists and support staff.
• Champion patient recovery by implementing personalized care plans and adapting treatments as needed.
• Oversee safe transitions through comprehensive discharge planning and family education.
• Maintain accurate, evidence-based nursing documentation of the patient’s healing journey.

Skills

Nursing leadership

Care plan execution

Discharge planning

Clinical documentation

Interdisciplinary communication

Education

Nursing diploma

Non-nursing Bachelor's degree (if applicable)

Job description

Ascension in Austin, Texas seeks a licensed Registered Nurse for Cardiac Surgery. You will lead a multidisciplinary team, coordinate care, and ensure safe transitions with thorough discharge planning.

The role emphasizes evidence-based nursing and precise documentation within a dynamic hospital setting. Minimum requirements include Texas RN licensure and BLS or equivalent within 30 days of hire, with a nursing diploma or a non-nursing bachelor's degree under certain conditions.