Registered Nurse ED

Ascension; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

Employer-matched 403(b)

Pro-rated PTO and holidays

Tuition reimbursement (Vocare)

Job summary

Ascension is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for the Emergency Department at Ascension Seton Southwest Hospital in Austin, TX. This night-shift, full-time role focuses on direct patient care, following protocols and ensuring patient safety and quality outcomes.

You will collaborate with the care team, monitor and adjust care plans, and document patient status in the EHR to support seamless transitions across the care continuum.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (RN) license in Texas is required.
• Advanced Life Support within 180 days of hire.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support within 180 days of hire.
• BLS Provider within 30 days of hire.
• Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct patient care as an RN following clinical protocols and safety standards.
• Implement and monitor patient care plans; adjust interventions to support recovery.
• Coordinate care with interdisciplinary team to improve patient experience.
• Document patient status in EHR/EMR and ensure accurate clinical documentation.

Education

Diploma in Nursing

Job description

• Facility: Ascension Seton Southwest Hospital
• Specialty: Emergency Department
• Schedule: Night Shift | Full-time

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Austin, TX
• Facility: Ascension Seton Southwest Hospital
• Specialty: Emergency Department
• Schedule: Night Shift | Full-time

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Deliver direct patient care as a Registered Nurse (RN), ensuring high-quality outcomes while following clinical protocols, safety standards, and patient-centered care practices.
• Implement and monitor patient care plans, assessing patient conditions and adjusting interventions to support recovery, continuity of care, and overall patient outcomes.
• Coordinate care across the interdisciplinary team, ensuring effective communication, seamless care coordination, and improved patient experience throughout the healthcare continuum.
• Document and communicate patient status using Electronic Health Records (EHR/EMR), maintaining accurate clinical documentation and supporting compliance, safety, and quality improvement initiatives.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• Advanced Life Support obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support obtained within 6 Months (180 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

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

Additional Preferences

• 1 year plus previous emergency department experience preferred.

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 federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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