Registered Nurse Intermediate Care

Ascension • Austin, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Provides expert direct nursing care for intermediate-level patients, strictly adhering to complex clinical policies, procedures, and safety protocols. Implements individualized care plans while meticulously tracking and communicating physiological changes to ensure timely medical interventions. Acts as the primary coordinator across all medical disciplines to ensure seamless, well-synchronized patient care and treatment execution. Precisely executes physician orders and leads comprehensive discharge planning to ensure a safe transition for high-risk patients.

Requirements

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. 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 required.
• Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing OR Required professional licensure at time of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of 1 year experience in step down or progressive care unit

Responsibilities

• Provides expert direct nursing care for intermediate-level patients, strictly adhering to complex clinical policies, procedures, and safety protocols.
• Implements individualized care plans while meticulously tracking and communicating physiological changes to ensure timely medical interventions.
• Acts as the primary coordinator across all medical disciplines to ensure seamless, well-synchronized patient care and treatment execution.
• Precisely executes physician orders and leads comprehensive discharge planning to ensure a safe transition for high-risk patients.

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree