Registered Nurse credentialed from the Texas Board of Nursing required before hire or transfer.
Advanced Life Support or BLS Provider certification required within specified timeframes after hire.
3 years of nursing experience with at least 1 year in a leadership role required.
Preferred: 3+ years of Operating Room RN experience.
Preferred: BSN and CNOR certification.
Responsibilities
Lead daily operations and workflow for the nursing unit, ensuring safe staffing and high-quality patient care.
Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and maintain accurate clinical documentation in EHR/EMR.
Hire, train, coach, and evaluate nursing staff to support professional development.
Monitor departmental budgets and approve expenditures for resource management.
Coordinate care across the interdisciplinary team to enhance patient outcomes.
Benefits
Comprehensive health coverage including medical, dental, vision, and prescription options.
Employer-matched 403(b) retirement plan and disability/life insurance.
Pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays for work-life balance.
Ascension-paid tuition and ongoing professional development opportunities.
Employee Assistance Program for emotional well-being and support resources.
Family support benefits including parental leave and adoption assistance.
Optional legal and pet insurance, along with transportation savings.
Full Job Description
Your future role at a glance
Location: Austin, TX
Facility: Seton Northwest Hospital
Specialty: Operating Room
Schedule: Day | Full Time 40 hours per week
How you'll make an impact in this role
Lead daily operations and workflow for the nursing unit, ensuring safe staffing, efficient care coordination, and high-quality patient care delivery across the interdisciplinary team.
Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations, accreditation standards, and clinical policies while maintaining accurate clinical documentation within Electronic Health Records (EHR/EMR).
Hire, train, coach, and evaluate nursing staff, supporting professional development and strengthening collaboration to deliver safe, effective direct patient care.
Monitor departmental budgets and approve expenditures to ensure responsible resource management while maintaining operational efficiency and high standards of patient care.
What minimum requirements you'll need
Licensure / Certification / Registration
Required Credential(s):
Registered Nurse credentialed from the Texas Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
One or more of the following:
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.
Preferred Credential(s):
Pediatric Advanced Life Support. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
Education
Required professional licensure/certification AND 3 years of experience and 1 year of cumulative leadership experience required.
Additional Preferences:
3 plus years of Operating Room RN experience
BSN required
CNOR
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
Responsibilities
How you'll make an impact in this role
Lead daily operations and workflow for the nursing unit, ensuring safe staffing, efficient care coordination, and high-quality patient care delivery across the interdisciplinary team.
Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations, accreditation standards, and clinical policies while maintaining accurate clinical documentation within Electronic Health Records (EHR/EMR).
Hire, train, coach, and evaluate nursing staff, supporting professional development and strengthening collaboration to deliver safe, effective direct patient care.
Monitor departmental budgets and approve expenditures to ensure responsible resource management while maintaining operational efficiency and high standards of patient care.
Qualifications
What minimum requirements you'll need
Licensure / Certification / Registration
Required Credential(s):
Registered Nurse credentialed from the Texas Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
One or more of the following:
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.
Preferred Credential(s):
Pediatric Advanced Life Support. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
Education
Required professional licensure/certification AND 3 years of experience and 1 year of cumulative leadership experience required.
Additional Preferences:
3 plus years of Operating Room RN experience
BSN required
CNOR
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.
