Director of Perinatal Services

Ascension; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

403(b) plan

PTO & holidays

Tuition assistance

EAP & counseling

Parental leave

Job summary

Ascension seeks a Nurse Manager for the Perinatal department in Austin, TX. This leadership role oversees clinical activities, budgets, and audit coordination to ensure quality care and efficient operations.

Qualified candidates will have a Texas RN license, BLS, and 5+ years of nursing experience with leadership responsibilities; Bachelor's degree required, Master's preferred.

Qualifications

• RN license with Texas Board of Nursing.
• BLS Provider certification within 1 month of hire date.
• Bachelor's degree in nursing or diploma required; master's preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develops departmental goals aligned with healthcare requirements.
• Directs clinical activities including patient assessment and care plans.
• Prepares and monitors budgets for the nursing area.
• Coordinates internal and external audits.
• Collaborates with physicians and administration to optimize operations.
• Removes obstacles to achieve quality, service, and financial targets.
• Conducts hiring, training, and staff development and evaluation.

Skills

Leadership Experience

Labor and Delivery Experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in nursing

Master's degree preferred

Job description

• Facility: Ascension Seton Medical Center
• Department: Perinatal
• Eligible for an annual bonus incentive
  

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Austin, TX
• Facility: Ascension Seton Medical Center
• Department: Perinatal
• Eligible for an annual bonus incentive
  

How you'll make an impact in this role

• Develops departmental goals and objectives consistent with medical, administrative, legal and ethical requirements of the health care delivery system.
• Directs clinical activities, including patient assessment, care plan development, service level determination, patient visits, and complaint management.
• Prepares and monitors budget(s) and ensures that the assigned nursing area operates within allocated funds.
• Coordinates and directs internally and externally-driven audits.
• Works collaboratively with physicians, administration and directors to develop streamlined operations where equipment, supplies and staff are utilized efficiently and resourcefully.
• Removes obstacles to achieving clinical quality, service excellence and financial effectiveness targets.
• Conducts hiring, training, directing, development and evaluation of staff.
  

What Minimum Requirements You'll Need

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 Texas Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in nursing or diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing required. Master's degree or combination of Bachelor's degree and experience preferred.

Work Experience

• 5 years of experience required. 10 years of experience preferred. 2 years of leadership or management experience required. 5 years of leadership or management experience preferred.

Additional Preferences

• Leadership Experience
• Labor and Delivery Experience

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

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.

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.

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