Registered Nurse Clinical Lead PICU

About the role

Location: Austin, TX
Facility: Dell Children's Medical Center
Specialty: Pediatric ICU

Schedule

Nights, Full-time

Responsibilities

• Clinical Leadership: Leverages 3 years of PICU experience and 2 years in Charge Nurse roles to direct daily operations, prioritize patient/physician dynamics, and ensure excellence in high-acuity specialty care.
• Operational Management: Optimizes unit productivity by coordinating staffing, managing resource allocation, and developing population-appropriate care assignments while justifying operational variances.
• Team Development & Oversight: Drives staff performance through proactive mentorship, education, and clinical evaluation, serving as a primary lead for resolving care complaints and maintaining quality standards.

Requirements

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: Professional licensure/certification AND 1 year of cumulative job specific experience required.

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

Life at Ascension

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.