Registered Nurse Pediatric Operating Room

Ascension Health; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

Employer-matched 403(b) retirement

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Parental leave

Adoption assistance

Pet insurance

Job summary

Ascension is seeking an Operating Room Registered Nurse to deliver patient care for pediatric surgical procedures at Dell Children’s Medical Center in Austin, TX. The role focuses on coordinating care with the team and supporting efficient OR workflows.

The position is full-time with a Day Weekend Option schedule (Thu/Fri/Sat 6:30am-7pm) and includes comprehensive benefits, tuition assistance, and wellness resources.

Qualifications

• RN licensure from Texas Board of Nursing required.
• ALS within 180 days of hire date.
• BLS within 30 days of hire date.

Responsibilities

• Provide operating room nursing care before, during, and after surgical procedures.
• Coordinate patient care with interdisciplinary team to ensure efficient workflows.
• Perform circulating nurse responsibilities including patient monitoring and documentation in the EHR.
• Provide scrub nurse support ensuring sterile technique and instrument readiness.

Skills

RN licensure

ALS (Advanced Life Support)

BLS (Basic Life Support)

Education

Diploma in Nursing

Job description

Your future role at a glance

Location: Austin, TX

Facility: Dell Children's Medical Center

Department/Specialty: Pediatric Surgery

Schedule : Day Weekend Option | Full-time Thursday, Friday, and Saturday (if possible) 6:30am-7pm 3x12 hour shifts

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 97,000+ 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.

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

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Deliver Operating Room Registered Nurse care by providing direct patient care before, during, and after surgical procedures to ensure patient safety and optimal outcomes.

• Coordinate patient care and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to support efficient surgical workflows, clear communication, and high-quality clinical outcomes.

• Perform circulating nurse responsibilities by monitoring patient status, documenting care in the Electronic Health Record (EHR), and ensuring accurate clinical documentation.

• Provide scrub nurse support by maintaining sterile technique, preparing instruments, and assisting surgeons to promote procedural efficiency and patient safety.

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.

• One or more of the following required:

• Advanced Life Support obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. 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.

What additional preferences we're seeking

• 1+ year OR RN experience

• Pediatric OR RN experience a plus

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.

E-Verify statement

Employer does not participate in E-Verify and therefore cannot employ STEM OPT candidates.