Pediatric Critical Care NP / PA

Cedarparktexasedc; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Retirement plan (403(b))

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Ascension's Dell Children's Medical Center in Austin, Texas, is seeking an experienced Advanced Practice Provider to join its high-acuity PICU team.

This employed role requires PA-C or AC-APRN licensure in Texas, a Master’s in Nursing, and Acute Care Certification; 2+ years PICU/EM or Hem/Onc experience preferred.

You’ll provide expert clinical management to critically ill children, collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, and contribute to family-centered care and quality initiatives.

Qualifications

• Texas APRN/PA licensure required.
• Master's degree in Nursing required.
• Acute Care Certification required for all APRN applicants.
• 2+ years PICU/EM or Hem/Onc experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert clinical management to critically ill pediatric patients in the PICU.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality care.
• Support family-centered care and participate in quality improvement initiatives across the PICU.

Skills

Clinical decision-making

Interdisciplinary coordination

Family-centered care

Leadership

Education

Master's degree in Nursing

Job description

Your future role at a glance

Location: Austin, Texas Facility Name: Dell Children's Medical Center Schedule: Full-time | Rotating | 12 hr shifts

Productivity incentives:

CME allowance + dedicated CME days Malpractice coverage with tail

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 97,000+ 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.

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

How you’ll make an impact in this role

This is an exceptional opportunity for a motivated Advanced Practice Provider to join an established, high-acuity PICU team at Dell Children's Medical Center.

• Join an established team of 11 providers
• Practice setting: Inpatient
• Employed position within a nonprofit health system
• Licensed as PA-C or AC-APRN
• Eligible for state medical licensure and DEA registration
• Provide expert-level clinical management to critically ill pediatric patients, utilizing advanced decision-making and procedural skills within a collaborative care environment.
• Participate in interdisciplinary coordination to deliver high-quality, family-centered care, contributing to the team's ongoing quality improvement and leadership initiatives across the PICU continuum.

About the Facility

• Dell Children's Medical Center (Main and North Campus)
• Integrated referral network
• Part of Ascension, a national nonprofit Catholic health system

Why Providers Choose Ascension

• Physician-led, collaborative culture
• Long-term practice stability
• National network with local autonomy
• Mission-centered care rooted in service

What minimum requirements you’ll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• Nurse Practitioner credentialed from the Texas Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
• Licensed Registered Nurse credentialed from the Texas Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
• BLS Provider preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Drug Enforcement Admin credentialed from the Drug Enforcement Administration preferred.

Education:

• Master's degree of Nursing required.

What additional preferences we're seeking

• Acute Care Certification required for all APRN applicants.
• 2+ years of prior PICU, Emergency Medicine or Hem/Onc as an APP or RN considered a plus.

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.

E-Verify statement

Employer does not participate in E-Verify and therefore cannot employ STEM OPT candidates.