Registered Nurse Fellowship ICU

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan (403b)

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Employee Assistance Program

Parental leave

Transportation benefits

Job summary

Ascension Providence in Waco, TX, is offering a Registered Nurse Fellowship for experienced nurses transitioning into an ICU specialty. The role is full-time with night shifts and involves patient care, documentation, and collaboration with the interdisciplinary team under a preceptor.

Start dates are January 19, 2027, and February 15, 2027. This program emphasizes developing clinical thinking, safe patient-centered care, and transition-to-practice skills within a supportive hospital setting.

Qualifications

• BLS Provider certification required within 30 days of hire.
• RN licensure in Texas required prior to hire date.
• Diploma from an accredited nursing program or equivalent professional licensure.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient care including observation and documentation of patient health needs.
• Assist with documentation and implementation of physician and nursing orders under the direction of the RN preceptor.
• Implement and monitor patient care plans and record changes in patient condition.
• Participate in transition to practice programs to develop clinical thinking and safe, person-centered care.

Skills

Patient care

Documentation

Communication

Clinical reasoning

Education

Diploma in Nursing

Job description

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Waco, TX


• Facility: Ascension Providence


• Department: ICU


• Schedule: Full-time | Night shift

The Registered Nurse Fellowship program is specifically designed for nurses with more than one year of experience seeking to transition into a different specialty.
Start Dates January 19, 2027 and February 15, 2027

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How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Assist with patient care including observation and documentation of patient healthcare needs and communication of pertinent information to the registered nurse and other members of the interdisciplinary healthcare team.


• Assist with documentation and implementation of physician and nursing orders under the direction of the registered nurse preceptor.


• Implement and monitor patient care plans. Communicate, monitor and record changes in patient condition as appropriate.


• Participate in transition to practice programs in order to develop clinical thinking and enhanced clinical judgment to provide safe, competent, person-centered care.

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.

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

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