Registered Nurse Fellow Med Surg

Ascension; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 78,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Employee assistance program

Parental leave

Adoption assistance

Pet insurance

Transportation savings

Job summary

Ascension's Dell Seton Medical Center in Austin, TX is hiring a Registered Nurse to join the Med Surg team on a rotating, full-time schedule. You will provide evidence-based nursing care in coordination with RN leadership and the interdisciplinary team.

The role emphasizes proactive patient monitoring, care plan execution, and accurate documentation. A transition-to-practice program will help refine clinical judgment, with opportunities for growth and ongoing professional development within

Qualifications

• BLS Provider certification within 30 days of hire or transfer date.
• Registered Nurse credentialed from the Texas Board of Nursing prior to hire date.
• 1 year RN experience.

Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, evidence-based nursing care per organizational protocols and RN leadership.
• Observe, document, and report subtle shifts in patient conditions to the supervising RN and interdisciplinary team.
• Assist in documenting and executing physician and nursing directives under preceptor guidance.
• Implement patient care plans and update treatment records in real time.
• Participate in transition-to-practice programs to refine clinical reasoning and patient-centered care.

Education

Diploma from nursing school

Texas RN license

Job description

Your future role at a glance

Location: Austin, TX

Facility: Dell Seton Medical Center

Department: Med Surg

Schedule: Rotating | Full-time

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Direct Care Execution: Deliver safe, evidence-based nursing care in strict alignment with organizational protocols and RN leadership.
• Proactive Clinical Monitoring: Observe, document, and report subtle shifts in patient conditions to the supervising RN and interdisciplinary team.
• Collaborative Order Fulfillment: Assist in documenting and executing physician and nursing directives under dedicated preceptor guidance.
• Care Plan Maintenance: Implement patient care plans, tracking progress and updating treatment records in real time.
• Clinical Skill Advancement: Participate in transition-to-practice programs to actively refine clinical reasoning, judgment, and person-centered care delivery.

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:

• Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing OR Required professional licensure at time of hire.
• 1 year RN experience

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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