Registered Nurse CVICU

Cedarparktexasedc; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Employer-matched retirement plan (403b

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition reimbursement and development

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Ascension Seton Medical Center Austin is seeking a dedicated RN for the CVICU on the night shift. You will deliver direct patient care, implement individualized care plans, and ensure safe, evidence-based interventions in a high-acuity unit.

Qualifications include an active RN license, BLS within 1 month, and a nursing diploma. ACLS preferred. This is a full-time, on-site role supporting patient recovery and safe transitions with a collaborative interdisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Active RN license required prior to hire.
• BLS within 1 month (30 days) of hire date.
• ACLS preferred but not mandatory.
• Diploma from an accredited nursing program required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality direct patient care as a Registered Nurse (RN), ensuring safe, evidence-based interventions aligned with organizational policies and clinical standards.
• Implement and monitor individualized patient care plans, evaluating outcomes and adjusting treatment to optimize patient safety and recovery.
• Administer physician and nursing orders promptly, maintaining compliance with regulatory standards and advancing quality improvement initiatives.
• Lead discharge planning efforts, collaborating with patients and the interdisciplinary team to ensure safe transitions and effective post-acute care planning.

Skills

Patient care

Discharge planning

Regulatory compliance

Education

Nursing Diploma

Job description

Your future role at a glance

Location: Austin, TX

Facility: Ascension Seton Medical Center Austin

Department/Specialty: CVICU

Schedule: Night Shift | Full-time

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

• Deliver high-quality direct patient care as a Registered Nurse (RN), ensuring safe, evidence-based interventions aligned with organizational policies and clinical standards.
• Implement and monitor individualized patient care plans, evaluating outcomes and adjusting treatment to optimize patient safety and recovery.
• Administer physician and nursing orders promptly, maintaining compliance with regulatory standards and advancing quality improvement initiatives.
• Lead discharge planning efforts, collaborating with patients and the interdisciplinary team to ensure safe transitions and effective post-acute care planning.

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 obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
• Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

Education:

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

What additional preferences we're seeking

• 1 plus year CVICU RN experience
• 2 years solid ICU RN experience (MICU/SICU/ICU/NICU/PICU)

Equal employment opportunity employer

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