Ascension

RN PICU Director

Ascension$100K — $130K *
Healthcare
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Licensed Registered Nurse in Texas required
  • BLS certification must be obtained within 30 days of hire
  • Bachelor's degree in nursing or equivalent required
  • Master's preferred or a combination of degree and experience
  • 5 years of nursing experience required
  • 2 years of leadership experience required

Responsibilities

  • Champion workflows in PICU and ECMO
  • Drive strategic goals for clinical excellence and innovative care
  • Lead hiring, training, and mentorship of nursing staff
  • Collaborate with leadership to optimize operations and budgets
  • Act as a problem-solver to enhance clinical quality and service

Benefits

  • Eligible for annual bonus incentive
  • Supportive work environment fostering professional growth
  • Opportunity to make a significant impact in pediatric healthcare
  • Access to advanced clinical specialties and innovative practices
Full Job Description
Your future role at a glance

Location: Austin, TX

Facility: Dell Children's Medical Center

Specialty: Pediatric ICU

Schedule: Days | Full-time

Eligible for an annual bonus incentive

How you'll make an impact in this role

  • Champion and direct workflows across high-impact specialty areas, including the PICU and ECMO.
  • Drive Strategic & Clinical Excellence: Shape the future of patient care by developing visionary departmental goals and overseeing comprehensive clinical activities, from innovative care plans to top-tier service delivery.
  • Empower and Develop Talent: Cultivate a high-performing culture by leading the hiring, training, mentorship, and professional growth of a dedicated nursing team.
  • Optimize Operations & Resources: Collaborate directly with physicians and executive leadership to streamline operations, manage budgets efficiently, and ensure seamless resource utilization.
  • Be a Catalyst for Growth: Act as a strategic problem-solver, removing operational obstacles to achieve peak clinical quality, financial health, and unparalleled service excellence.

What minimum requirements you'll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

  • 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.


Education:

  • Bachelor's degree in nursing or diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing required.
  • Master's degree or combination of Bachelor's degree and experience preferred.


Work Experience:

  • 5 years of experience required.
  • 10 years of experience preferred.
  • 2 years of leadership or management experience required.
  • 5 years of leadership or management experience preferred.

What additional preferences we're seeking

  • Pediatric experience strongly preferred
  • Strong leadership and relationship building skills


Responsibilities

  • Champion and direct workflows across high-impact specialty areas, including the PICU and ECMO.
  • Drive Strategic & Clinical Excellence: Shape the future of patient care by developing visionary departmental goals and overseeing comprehensive clinical activities, from innovative care plans to top-tier service delivery.
  • Empower and Develop Talent: Cultivate a high-performing culture by leading the hiring, training, mentorship, and professional growth of a dedicated nursing team.
  • Optimize Operations & Resources: Collaborate directly with physicians and executive leadership to streamline operations, manage budgets efficiently, and ensure seamless resource utilization.
  • Be a Catalyst for Growth: Act as a strategic problem-solver, removing operational obstacles to achieve peak clinical quality, financial health, and unparalleled service excellence.


Qualifications

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

  • 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.


Education:

  • Bachelor's degree in nursing or diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing required.
  • Master's degree or combination of Bachelor's degree and experience preferred.


Work Experience:

  • 5 years of experience required.
  • 10 years of experience preferred.
  • 2 years of leadership or management experience required.
  • 5 years of leadership or management experience preferred.

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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