Registered Nurse Intermediate Care

Cedarparktexasedc; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

Financial security & retirement benefits

Pro-rated paid time off

Career growth opportunities

Emotional well-being support

Family support benefits

Optional legal and pet insurance

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Austin, TX, seeks a full-time Registered Nurse for the Step Down Intermediate Care unit. This night shift role involves delivering high-acuity care for intermediate patients, implementing individualized care plans, coordinating interdisciplinary patient care, and ensuring safe patient transitions during discharge. Requirements include a nursing diploma, Texas RN credential, and BLS certification within 30 days. Join a supportive team focused on quality patient care and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse credentialed from the Texas Board of Nursing is required.
• BLS Provider certification to be obtained within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert direct nursing care for intermediate-level patients.
• Implement individualized care plans and track physiological changes.
• Coordinate patient care across all medical disciplines.
• Execute physician orders and lead discharge planning.

Skills

High-Acuity Care Delivery

Patient Monitoring

Leadership Coordination

Care Coordination

Education

Diploma from an accredited nursing school

Job description

Your future role at a glance

Location: Austin, TX

Facility: Ascension Seton Northwest Hospital

Department/Specialty: Step Down Intermediate Care

Schedule: Night Shift | Full-time

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.

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

Benefit options and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours and location. Benefits are subject to change at any time. Your recruiter will provide the most up-to-date details during the hiring process.

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• High-Acuity Care Delivery: Provides expert direct nursing care for intermediate-level patients, strictly adhering to complex clinical policies, procedures, and safety protocols.
• Vigilant Patient Monitoring: Implements individualized care plans while meticulously tracking and communicating physiological changes to ensure timely medical interventions.
• Interdisciplinary Leadership: Acts as the primary coordinator across all medical disciplines to ensure seamless, well-synchronized patient care and treatment execution.
• Strategic Care Coordination: Precisely executes physician orders and leads comprehensive discharge planning to ensure a safe transition for high-risk patients.

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.

What additional preferences we're seeking

• Minimum of 1 year experience in step down or progressive care unit

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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