Registered Nurse Fellowship Peds Float Pool

Ascension; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Retirement plan (403b)

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Ascension, located in Austin, TX, seeks to onboard a Registered Nurse Fellow in the Pediatric Float Pool at Dell Children’s Medical Center for the Winter 2027 cohort. Start dates are January 19 or February 15.

This full-time night-shift role offers structured fellowship for RNs transitioning into pediatrics. Responsibilities include direct patient care per protocols, collaborating with the interdisciplinary team, and maintaining precise documentation in the EHR/EMR to ensure safety and quality

Qualifications

• Certified BLS Provider within 1 month of hire date (30 days)
• Certified Registered Nurse obtained prior to hire date
• Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing required. OR Required professional licensure at time of hire.
• Minimum of 1 year bedside RN experience

Responsibilities

• Participate in the Registered Nurse Fellowship program designed for Registered Nurses (RN) with more than one year of experience transitioning into a new clinical specialty.
• Provide direct patient care as a Registered Nurse (RN), following established clinical protocols and collaborating with the interdisciplinary team.
• Observe, document, and communicate changes in patient condition to ensure safe, coordinated patient care and improved clinical outcomes.
• Implement and monitor individualized care plans, executing physician orders and nursing interventions to promote quality improvement and patient safety.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation in the Electronic Health Record (EHR/EMR) to support compliance, continuity of care, and regulatory standards.

Education

Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing

Job description

Your future role at a glance

Location: Austin, TX

Facility: Dell Children's Medical Center

Specialty: Pediatric Float Pool

Schedule: Night Shift | Full-time

Fellowship Cohort: Winter 2027

Start Dates: January 19 or February 15

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How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Participate in the Registered Nurse Fellowship program designed for Registered Nurses (RN) with more than one year of experience transitioning into a new clinical specialty.
• Provide direct patient care as a Registered Nurse (RN), following established clinical protocols and collaborating with the interdisciplinary team.
• Observe, document, and communicate changes in patient condition to ensure safe, coordinated patient care and improved clinical outcomes.
• Implement and monitor individualized care plans, executing physician orders and nursing interventions to promote quality improvement and patient safety.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation in the Electronic Health Record (EHR/EMR) to support compliance, continuity of care, and regulatory standards.

What minimum requirements you’ll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration

• Required Credential(s): Certified BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Certified Registered Nurse obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

Education

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

Additional Preferences:

• Minimum of 1 year bedside 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 matters.

Equal employment opportunity employer

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