Registered Nurse Clinical Lead Pediatric CCU

Ascension; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

403(b) retirement plan

PTO & Holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Parental leave

Pet insurance

Job summary

Ascension is seeking a nursing leader for the Dell Children's Medical Center Pediatric CVICU in Austin, TX. This role oversees night-shift staff, coordinates patient care, and ensures equipment readiness to deliver top-tier pediatric critical care.

Required are Texas RN licensure and BLS, with 1 year of relevant experience. The position offers full-time夜 shifts with competitive health benefits and ongoing professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• RN license in Texas required.
• BLS Provider certification required or by hire date.
• Minimum 1 year of cumulative job-specific experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead, assign, and monitor nursing staff during shifts to ensure high-quality patient care.
• Manage daily patient/physician dynamics and resolve clinical issues.
• Ensure availability of equipment, materials, and supplies for unit operations.
• Oversee shift education, hiring input, and performance evaluation of unit personnel.

Education

Texas RN license

Job description

• Facility: Dell Children's Medical Center


• Specialty: Pediatric CVICU


• Schedule: Nights l Full-time

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Austin, TX


• Facility: Dell Children's Medical Center


• Specialty: Pediatric CVICU


• Schedule: Nights l Full-time

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Shift Leadership: Lead, assign, and monitor nursing staff during shifts, utilizing independent judgment to ensure high-quality patient care (Pediatric CCU experience and leadership preferred).


• Operations & Compliance: Manage daily patient/physician dynamics, resolve clinical complaints, and maintain productivity standards while justifying any budget or staffing variances.


• Resource Management: Facilitate the availability of all necessary equipment, materials, and supplies required for optimal unit functionality.


• Staff Development: Oversee shift education and provide direct input on the hiring, training, development, and performance evaluation of unit personnel.

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 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.

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