Registered Nurse Observation

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

Job summary

Ascension is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Observation Department at Seton Medical Center Hays in Kyle, TX. The role is full-time with a day shift, focusing on coordinating patient care and discharge planning within a multidisciplinary team.

Required BLS and Texas RN licensure. Diploma from an accredited nursing program is required, with one year of RN experience preferred. Ascension offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• RN licensure and BLS Provider certification required.
• Diploma from an accredited nursing program.
• One year of RN experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implements and monitors patient care plans and communicates patient condition.
• Acts as primary coordinator of care across disciplines.
• Follows physician and nurse orders.
• Coordinates discharge planning with healthcare team.

Skills

Patient care coordination

Team collaboration

Education

Nursing diploma or equivalent

Job description

• Locations 6001 Kyle Pkwy, Kyle, TX, 78640, US (On-site)

Benefits Statement

• 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

Job Description

Location: Kyle, TX

Facility: Seton Medical Center Hays

Department: Observation

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 qualifications 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.
  • 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 Required professional licensure at time of hire.

Additional Preferences

• One year of RN Experience

Why Join Our Team

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

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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