Registered Nurse Pediatric Preadmission Testing

Ascension; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

403(b) match

PTO & holidays

Tuition assistance

Employee assistance

Job summary

Ascension is seeking a skilled RN for the Pediatric Preadmissions Testing unit at Dell Children’s Medical Center North in Austin, TX. The role is Day shift, Full Time, and you’ll conduct comprehensive pre-operative assessments, review medical histories, coordinate care with the team, and educate patients and families on surgical preparation and post-operative care.

Minimum requirements include a Texas RN license, BLS within 30 days, and a nursing diploma (or equivalent licensure).

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive pre-operative assessments to ensure patients understand their surgical procedures, preparation requirements, and care expectations before surgery.
• Assess patient medical histories, current medications, and overall health status to identify risks that may affect surgical safety and outcomes.
• Coordinate care with physicians and the interdisciplinary team to address clinical concerns and arrange additional pre-operative testing when indicated.
• Provide patient-centered education and counseling to help patients and families understand surgical preparation, transportation arrangements, and post-operative care needs.

Skills

Preadmissions testing

Perianesthesia RN

Patient education

Education

RN license (Texas)

Nursing Diploma

Job description

Your future role at a glance

• Facility: Dell Children's Medical Center North
• Specialty: Pediatric Preadmissions Testing
• Schedule: Day | Full Time

• Location: Austin, TX
• Facility: Dell Children's Medical Center North
• Specialty: Pediatric Preadmissions Testing
• Schedule: Day | Full Time

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Conduct comprehensive pre-operative assessments to ensure patients understand their surgical procedures, preparation requirements, and care expectations before surgery.
• Assess patient medical histories, current medications, and overall health status to identify risks that may affect surgical safety and outcomes.
• Coordinate care with physicians and the interdisciplinary team to address clinical concerns and arrange additional pre-operative testing when indicated.
• Provide patient-centered education and counseling to help patients and families understand surgical preparation, transportation arrangements, and post-operative care needs.

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.

Additional Preferences

• 1+ years of preadmissions testing and or perianesthesia RN experience

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