Registered Nurse Med Surg Ortho Spine

Ascension; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

403(b) retirement

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Employee assistance program

Parental leave

Pet insurance

Job summary

Ascension Seton Northwest in Austin, TX is seeking an RN for Med Surg on a full-time day shift. You will implement and monitor patient care plans, coordinate care across disciplines, execute physician and nursing orders, and assist with discharge planning in collaboration with the healthcare team.

The role requires an active Texas RN license and a Diploma in Nursing (or equivalent), with a BLS within 1 month of hire.

Qualifications

• BLS Provider within 1 month (30 days) of hire; American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Licensed Registered Nurse credentialed from the Texas Board of Nursing prior to hire date.
• Diploma in nursing required OR a bachelor’s degree not in nursing with an active RN license and enrolled in an Alternate Entry MSN program with at least 1 year completed.

Responsibilities

• Implements and monitors patient care plans; records and communicates patient condition.
• Serves as primary coordinator of all disciplines for well-coordinated patient care.
• Notes and carries out physician and nursing orders.
• Assesses and coordinates discharge planning needs with the healthcare team.

Skills

Patient care coordination

Clinical documentation

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Diploma in nursing

Active Texas RN license

Alternate Entry MSN (1 year completed)

Tools

EPIC

EHR systems

Vital signs monitors

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Implements and monitors patient care plans. Monitors, records and communicates patient condition as appropriate.
• Serves as a primary coordinator of all disciplines for well-coordinated patient care.
• Notes and carries out physician and nursing orders.
• Assesses and coordinates patient's discharge planning needs with members of the healthcare team.

Your future role at a glance

Location: Austin, TX
Facility: Ascension Seton Northwest
Specialty: Med Surg
Schedule: Full-time | Day Shift

How you'll make an impact in this role

• Implements and monitors patient care plans. Monitors, records and communicates patient condition as appropriate.
• Serves as a primary coordinator of all disciplines for well-coordinated patient care.
• Notes and carries out physician and nursing orders.
• Assesses and coordinates patient's discharge planning needs with members of the healthcare team.

What Minimum Requirements You'll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration

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

Education

• Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing required OR a bachelors level degree not in nursing, an active RN License, and enrolled in an Alternate Entry Masters of Science in Nursing Program with a minimum of 1 year in the program completed.

Work Experience

• None required.

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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