New Grad Registered Nurse Residency Pediatric Neuro

Ascension; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage (medical, dental, VSP,

403(b) employer match

Paid time off & holidays

Tuition assistance (Vocare)

Employee Assistance Program

Parental leave & adoption assistance

Other benefits: transportation savings

Job summary

Ascension's Nurse Residency Program at Dell Children's Medical Center in Austin, TX, is designed for new graduates or early-career nurses entering pediatric neuro. The program supports transition to professional practice with hands-on mentorship, starting for Winter 2027 residency cohort and January 19 or February 15 start dates.

You'll work night shifts in a collaborative, patient-centered environment, developing confidence and clinical skills under ANCC-accredited transition-to-practice

Qualifications

• Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing required.
• Licensed RN required prior to hire or at time of hire (per state regulation).
• Less than one year of RN experience preferred as an added option.

Responsibilities

• Partner with your RN preceptor to support patient care through observation, documentation and clear communication.
• Assist with physician and nursing care plans to help deliver safe, coordinated care.
• Monitor, communicate and document changes in patient condition.
• Strengthen clinical thinking and judgement through structured transition-to-practice experiences that support safe, competent, person-centered care.

Skills

Patient care

Documentation

Communication

Care planning

Observation

Education

Diploma in Nursing

RN licensure (by hire)

Job description

Your future role at a glance

Location: Austin, TX

Facility: Dell Children's Medical Center

Specialty: Pediatric Neuro

Schedule: Night l Full-time

Residency Cohort: Winter 2027

Start dates: January 19 and February 15

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Starting your nursing career is a big milestone â and the right support matters. As a new graduate or early career nurse, our ANCC-accredited Nurse Residency Program (Practice Transition Accreditation Program® with distinction) is designed to build your confidence and strengthen your clinical skills as you transition into professional practice. You'll learn in a collaborative, patient-centered environment with hands‑on experience and dedicated mentorship.

December 2026 graduates are eligible for consideration.

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Partner with your RN preceptor to support patient care through observation, documentation and clear communication.
• Assist with physician and nursing care plans to help deliver safe, coordinated care.
• Monitor, communicate and document changes in patient condition.
• Strengthen clinical thinking and judgement through structured transition-to-practice experiences that support safe, competent, person-centered care.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration

• Required Credential(s):
  • Certified BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
  • Certified Registered Nurse obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

Education

• Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing required. OR Required professional licensure at time of hire.

Additional Preferences

• Less than one year of RN 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

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