Registered Nurse Clinical Lead ED

Your future role at a glance

Location: Austin, TX

Facility: Seton Southwest

Department/Specialty: ED

Schedule: Full-time | Night Shift

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 97,000+ 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.

• 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

How you'll make an impact in this role

• Specialty Shift Oversight: Lead shift operations and staff work-flows across high-acuity specialty units to deliver quality clinical care.
• Strategic Planning: Exercise independent judgment to prioritize shift work-flows, align physician dynamics, and adapt to changing patient needs.
• Acuity & Productivity Management: Distribute population-appropriate patient assignments while maintaining unit productivity metrics and managing variances.
• Resource & Service Optimization: Secure essential clinical supplies, equipment, and resources to support uninterrupted shift delivery.
• Talent Growth & Resolution: Serve as a front-line advocate to resolve care concerns while contributing to staff hiring, education, and performance reviews.
• What minimum qualifications you'll need

• 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.

• Required professional licensure/certification AND 1 year of cumulative job specific experience required.

• Specialty Shift Oversight: Lead shift operations and staff work-flows across high-acuity specialty units to deliver quality clinical care.
• Strategic Planning: Exercise independent judgment to prioritize shift work-flows, align physician dynamics, and adapt to changing patient needs.
• Acuity & Productivity Management: Distribute population-appropriate patient assignments while maintaining unit productivity metrics and managing variances.
• Resource & Service Optimization: Secure essential clinical supplies, equipment, and resources to support uninterrupted shift delivery.
• Talent Growth & Resolution: Serve as a front-line advocate to resolve care concerns while contributing to staff hiring, education, and performance reviews.