Nursing Manager Trauma ED

Cedar Park Regional Medical Center; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Retirement plan (403(b) with employer

Paid time off & holidays

Tuition reimbursement and professional

Employee assistance program

Parental leave and family benefits

Transportation savings

Job summary

Ascension Seton Medical Center Austin in Austin, TX is seeking a Lead Clinical Program Manager to oversee nursing resources, workflows, and programs delivering high-quality patient care in the ED Trauma Services setting.

You will develop and implement clinical program services and quality initiatives, hire and train nursing staff, and coordinate care with the interdisciplinary team while monitoring budgets and compliance to support operational performance.

Qualifications

• RN licensed by Texas Board of Nursing prior to hire date.
• BLS Provider certification obtained within 1 month of hire.
• Minimum 3 years clinical experience with at least 1 year of leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead clinical program manager activities, nursing resources, and workflows to deliver quality patient care.
• Develop and implement clinical program services and quality initiatives to improve safety and outcomes.
• Hire, train, develop, and evaluate nursing staff while coordinating care with the interdisciplinary team.
• Monitor documentation, budgets, and expenditures to ensure compliance and efficient resource use.

Skills

Nursing leadership

Program management

Quality improvement

Team coordination

Education

RN license (Texas Board of Nursing)

BLS certification

Job description

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Austin, TX
• Facility: Ascension Seton Medical Center Austin
• Specialty: ED Trauma Services
• Schedule: Day Shift | Full-time

How you'll make an impact in this role

• Lead Clinical Program Manager activities, nursing resources, and workflows to deliver high-quality patient care and support positive clinical outcomes.
• Develop and implement Clinical Program Manager services and quality improvement initiatives that strengthen patient safety, clinical quality, and operational performance.
• Hire, train, develop, and evaluate nursing staff while coordinating care with the interdisciplinary team to promote consistent, effective patient care.
• Monitor clinical documentation, program budgets, and expenditures to maintain compliance, support operational efficiency, and ensure appropriate resource allocation.

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.
• Registered Nurse credentialed from the Texas 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.

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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