Registered Nurse ED

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Parental leave

Pet insurance

Job summary

Ascension Seton Northwest Hospital in Austin, TX is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse for the Emergency Department on the evening shift. This full-time role offers 36 hours across three 12-hour shifts from 1:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m., with rotating weekends within a dynamic, patient-centered team.

You will provide direct nursing care, monitor patients, coordinate multidisciplinary care, and assist in safe discharge planning while adhering to evidence-based protocols.

Qualifications

• Requires current RN license in Texas.
• Experience delivering direct nursing care in ED is preferred.
• Ability to monitor patient status and communicate with medical team.
• Strong knowledge of evidence-based safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Delivers high-quality direct nursing care by following policies and safety protocols.
• Implements care plans and tracks clinical status with real-time documentation.
• Coordinates care with multiple disciplines to ensure cohesive patient management.
• Carries out physician orders and leads discharge planning for safe transitions.

Skills

Clinical nursing

Patient monitoring

Interdisciplinary coordination

Discharge planning

Education

Nursing Diploma

Texas RN license

Job description

Your future role at a glance

Location: Austin, TX

Facility: Ascension Seton Northwest Hospital

Department/Specialty: Emergency Department

Schedule: Evening shift | Full-time 36 hours (3 - 12 hour shifts) - 1:00 p.m. - 1:00 a.m. Rotating weekends

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 holidaysCareer 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

• Clinical Protocol Excellence: Delivers high-quality direct nursing care by strictly adhering to organizational policies and evidence-based safety protocols.
• Vigilant Patient Monitoring: Expertly implements care plans and tracks clinical status, providing real-time documentation and critical communication to the medical team.
• Interdisciplinary Coordination: Acts as the primary hub for all healthcare disciplines to synchronize treatment efforts and ensure cohesive, well-managed patient care.
• Order Execution & Transition Advocacy: Meticulously carries out physician orders while leading collaborative discharge planning to ensure a safe and efficient transition of care.

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.

What Additional Preferences We're Seeking

• one year of ED experience preferred

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.

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