Registered Nurse Pediatric Acute Care

Cedarparktexasedc; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) plan

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Ascension in Austin, TX is seeking a Registered Nurse for night shifts providing direct patient care and following physician orders within hospital standards. The role emphasizes effective communication of patient status to the healthcare team and coordinated care with physicians, specialists, and therapists for safe discharges.

Required RN licensure in Texas, BLS within 30 days of hire; Pediatric Advanced Life Support preferred. Includes a 403(b) plan and employee assistance resources.

Qualifications

• RN credential from Texas Board of Nursing prior to hire date.
• BLS Provider certification within 30 days of hire date.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Safe Direct Care: Provide hands-on patient care and execute physician orders safely.
• Track & Communicate Status: Maintain accurate records and communicate status updates to the healthcare team.
• Coordinate Interdisciplinary Care: Collaborate with doctors, specialists, and therapists to ensure seamless treatment and safe discharges.

Skills

Nursing care

Patient communication

Team collaboration

Education

Registered Nurse license (Texas)

BLS Provider

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Austin, TX
• Facility: Dell Children's Center North
• Specialty: Pediatric Acute Care
• Schedule: Nights l PRN

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Deliver Safe Direct Care: Provide hands-on patient care and execute physician orders safely in full compliance with organizational standards and guidelines.

• Track & Communicate Status: Maintain accurate, detailed records of patient progress and communicate status updates promptly to the healthcare team.

• Coordinate Interdisciplinary Care: Partner with doctors, specialists, and therapists to deliver seamless treatment and organize safe, well-planned patient 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

• Retirement: 403(b) plan
• Well-being support: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

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) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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