Registered Nurse Clinical Lead Acute Rehab

Ascension Health; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Parental leave

Family benefits

Transportation savings

Job summary

Ascension Health is seeking a dedicated inpatient rehab nurse leader at Ascension Providence in Waco, Texas. This full-time, days shift role guides nursing associates, coordinates patient assignments, and ensures safe, restorative care.

You will collaborate with physicians and clinical teams to optimize unit priorities and resources. Required RN licensure with BLS certification within 30 days of hire and at least one year of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• RN license required prior to hire.
• BLS Provider certification within 30 days of hire.
• At least 1 year of cumulative job-specific experience.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily shift activities by guiding nursing associates and organizing patient assignments to ensure safe, specialized restorative care
• Assess patient acuity and unit needs to plan staffing schedules, balance workloads and uphold clinical productivity standards
• Foster continuous team development by delivering hands-on training, providing staff evaluations and mentoring associates on clinical goals
• Resolve patient care inquiries and complaints swiftly through established channels to maintain high standards of patient and family satisfaction
• Partner with physicians and clinical teams to adjust daily unit priorities, ensuring essential supplies, resources and equipment are readily available

Skills

BLS Certification

RN License

Education

Registered Nurse license

1 year of experience

Job description

Your future role at a glance

Location: Waco, Texas

Facility: Ascension Providence

Department: Inpatient Rehab

Schedule: Days | Full-time

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Direct daily shift activities by guiding nursing associates and organizing patient assignments to ensure safe, specialized restorative care
• Assess patient acuity and unit needs to plan staffing schedules, balance workloads and uphold clinical productivity standards
• Foster continuous team development by delivering hands‑on training, providing staff evaluations and mentoring associates on clinical goals
• Resolve patient care inquiries and complaints swiftly through established channels to maintain high standards of patient and family satisfaction
• Partner with physicians and clinical teams to adjust daily unit priorities, ensuring essential supplies, resources and equipment are readily available

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 obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

Education

• Required professional licensure/certification AND 1 year of cumulative job specific 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

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) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRightsSp6.12.pdf) poster.

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