Registered Nurse Pediatric Acute Care

Ascension Health; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 56,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition support

Employee assistance

Job summary

Ascension Health in Austin, TX is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Dell Children’s Center North in Pediatric Acute Care. You will provide hands-on nursing care and execute medical orders, documenting patient conditions and collaborating with physicians and therapists to plan safe discharges.

The role requires TX RN licensure, BLS within 30 days, and pediatric advanced life support is preferred; offers comprehensive benefits, retirement plans, PTO, and tuition support to grow professionally.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse credentialed from the Texas Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
• BLS Provider within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Safe Direct Care: Provide hands-on nursing care and execute medical orders accurately while adhering to hospital safety guidelines.
• Track & Report Changes: Maintain thorough documentation of patient conditions and alert the medical team promptly to any status updates.
• Coordinate Interdisciplinary Teams: Collaborate with physicians, therapists, and specialists to manage treatment plans and prepare patients for safe discharges.

Skills

Direct patient care

Clinical documentation

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Diploma in Nursing

Job description

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Austin, TX
• Facility: Dell Children's Center North
• Specialty: Pediatric Acute Care
• Schedule: Days l Full-time

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Deliver Safe Direct Care: Provide hands-on nursing care and execute medical orders accurately while adhering to hospital safety guidelines.
• Track & Report Changes: Maintain thorough documentation of patient conditions and alert the medical team promptly to any status updates.
• Coordinate Interdisciplinary Teams: Collaborate with physicians, therapists, and specialists to manage treatment plans and prepare patients for safe discharges.

What minimum requirements you’ll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• Registered Nurse credentialed from the Texas Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

Education:

• Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing 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.

Min Salary: 40.41

Max Salary 57.05