Registered Nurse Orthopedic

Ascension Health; Kyle (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

Employer‑matched retirement plan (403b

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement and ongoing ed

Employee Assistance Program

Parental leave and family benefits

Flexible scheduling options

Job summary

Ascension Health is seeking an RN for Ortho Trauma at Seton Medical Center Austin in Kyle, TX. This full-time night-shift position involves coordinating comprehensive patient care, monitoring plans, and ensuring orders are executed while collaborating with the healthcare team.

Requirements include a Texas RN license and a nursing diploma; BLS with 30 days of hire. A strong focus on discharge planning, documentation, and patient advocacy is essential.

Qualifications

• BLS certification within 30 days of hire date.
• RN credential from Texas Board of Nursing before hire date.
• Diploma from an accredited nursing program or equivalent licensure.

Responsibilities

• Implements and monitors patient care plans and communicates patient condition.
• Acts as primary coordinator of disciplines for well-coordinated patient care.
• Notes and carries out physician and nursing orders.
• Coordinates discharge planning with healthcare team.

Skills

Patient care

Care coordination

Discharge planning

Documentation

Education

RN diploma or equivalent

Texas RN license

Job description

Your future role at a glance

Location: Kyle, TX

Facility: Seton Medical Center Austin

Specialty: Ortho Trauma

Schedule: Full-time | Night 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.
• 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.

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

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) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRightsSp6.12.pdf) poster.

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Min Salary: 37.86

Max Salary 53.44