Ascension

Pediatric Surgery NP / PA

Ascension$90K — $120K *
Hospitals & Medical Centers
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master's degree in Nursing required
  • APRN or PA licensure from the Texas Board of Nursing
  • Preferred BLS certification (AHA or Red Cross)
  • DEA credential preferred
  • Minimum of 2 years of pediatric experience, particularly with gastrostomy care and complex wounds

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with surgeons and APP team to manage pediatric surgical care
  • Lead specialized management for gastrostomy and wound care
  • Educate families and hospital staff on preventative health and care plans
  • Document clinical assessments to ensure continuity of patient care
  • Serve in an inpatient setting within a nonprofit health system

Benefits

  • Paid time off (PTO)
  • Various health insurance options and wellness plans
  • Retirement benefits with employer matching
  • Long-term and short-term disability insurance
  • Employee assistance programs (EAP)
  • Parental leave and adoption assistance
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Opportunities to engage with the community
Full Job Description
We Are Hiring

Location: Austin, Texas

Facility Name: Dell Children's Medical Center

Schedule: Full-Time | Monday - Friday

Incentives:

CME allowance + dedicated CME days
Malpractice coverage with tail

What You Will Do

Dell Children's is looking for a full-time experienced APRN or PA to join our elite Pediatric Surgery APP team!

  • Join our established team of 10 physicians and 20 APPs
  • Practice setting: inpatient
  • Employed position within a nonprofit health system
  • Deliver comprehensive pediatric surgical care by collaborating closely with surgeons and the Surgery/Trauma APP team to diagnose, treat, and manage acute and chronic conditions.
  • Lead specialized gastrostomy and wound care management for pediatric patients, ensuring precise clinical interventions and optimal healing outcomes.
  • Empower families and hospital providers through dedicated education and counseling on preventative health, specialized treatment plans, and post-discharge care.
  • Champion accurate patient care journeys by documenting clinical assessments and treatments to ensure high-quality, seamless continuity of care.

About the Facility
  • Work at a leading pediatric medical center with regional impact
  • Serving a population of Austin, Texas
  • Integrated referral network
  • Part of Ascension, a national nonprofit Catholic health system

What You Will Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:
  • Nurse Practitioner credentialed from the Texas Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
  • Licensed Registered Nurse credentialed from the Texas Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
  • BLS Provider preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
  • Drug Enforcement Admin credentialed from the Drug Enforcement Administration preferred.

Education:
  • Master's degree of Nursing required.


Additional Preferences

  • Minimum of 2 years of experience as an RN or APP specifically caring for pediatric patients with gastrostomy tubes, stomas, and complex wound care needs.


Visa Eligibility

None

Benefits

Paid time off (PTO)
Various health insurance options & wellness plans
Retirement benefits including employer match plans
Long-term & short-term disability
Employee assistance programs (EAP)
Parental leave & adoption assistance
Tuition reimbursement
Ways to give back to your community

Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance, location and salary range at the time of the offer.

About Ascension

Ascension is a healthcare company that provides a range of services, including hospital care, primary care, and specialty care. The company operates more than 150 hospitals and 50 senior living facilities across the United States. Ascension also offers health insurance and other healthcare-related services. The company was founded in 1999 and is headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri.
Learn more about Ascension
Size
165,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1999

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