Registered Nurse Clinical Lead Ortho Trauma

Location: Austin, TX | Facility: Dell Seton Medical Center | Department/Specialty: Ortho/Trauma | Schedule: Full-time, Night Shift

About the Organization

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.

Benefits

• 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

• Assign, educate, and monitor nursing staff to drive peak shift performance and care delivery.
• Exercise independent judgment to optimize shift workflows, services, and real-time patient care.
• Design acuity-based assignments, maintain unit productivity standards, and manage operational variances.
• Secure and manage essential materials, supplies, and resources to ensure uninterrupted patient care.
• Partner in building unit culture through staff training, performance coaching, and hiring input.

Requirements

• 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.

Preferences

• Charge experience preferred.