Registered Nurse Clinic Pediatric Rheumatology

Your future role at a glance

Location: Austin, Texa

Facility: Strictly Pediatrics Medical Office Building

Department/Specialty: Pediatric Rheumatology Clinic

Schedule: Full time | Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm

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.

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

Benefit options and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours and location. Benefits are subject to change at any time. Your recruiter will provide the most up-to-date details during the hiring process.


How you'll make an impact in this role

• Lead the implementation and continuous monitoring of personalized patient care plans to ensure every individual receives treatment tailored to their specific recovery goals.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams as the primary point of contact, ensuring seamless communication across all clinical specialties for holistic patient support.
• Advocate for patient safety by diligently executing physician orders and maintaining precise records of the care journey to uphold the highest standards of quality.
• Assess and facilitate comprehensive discharge strategies, collaborating with the healthcare team to ensure patients have a safe, well-supported transition home.

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.
• Licensed Registered Nurse credentialed from the Texas Board of Nursing required.

Education:

• Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing required OR a bachelors level degree not in nursing, an active RN License, and enrolled in an Alternate Entry Masters of Science in Nursing Program with a minimum of 1 year in the program completed.

What additional preferences we're seeking

• Clinical Expertise: Seeking a Registered Nurse with 3-5 years of professional experience, ideally within an outpatient or rheumatology setting. While infusion experience is preferred, we are open to training a candidate who demonstrates a strong willingness to learn.
• Patient & Administrative Support: Proficiency in providing comprehensive patient education and navigating the insurance authorization process for specialty medications and diagnostic imaging is essential for success in this role.

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.

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Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation and continuous monitoring of personalized patient care plans to ensure every individual receives treatment tailored to their specific recovery goals.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams as the primary point of contact, ensuring seamless communication across all clinical specialties for holistic patient support.
• Advocate for patient safety by diligently executing physician orders and maintaining precise records of the care journey to uphold the highest standards of quality.
• Assess and facilitate comprehensive discharge strategies, collaborating with the healthcare team to ensure patients have a safe, well-supported transition home.

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.
• Licensed Registered Nurse credentialed from the Texas Board of Nursing required.

Education:

• Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing required OR a bachelors level degree not in nursing, an active RN License, and enrolled in an Alternate Entry Masters of Science in Nursing Program with a minimum of 1 year in the program completed.