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Registered Nurse
Austin, TX
Pediatric Emergency Department – Charge Nurse
Position Overview
The facility seeks an experienced Charge Nurse for its pediatric emergency department. You'll work the evening shift (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM) in a fast-paced environment caring for acutely ill and injured children.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide direct nursing care in alignment with established protocols and best practices.
- Implement and monitor individualized patient care plans.
- Monitor, record, and communicate patient conditions to the care team.
- Serve as primary coordinator across nursing, social work, child life, and support services to ensure seamless care delivery.
- Execute physician and nursing orders promptly and accurately.
- Collaborate on discharge planning and coordinate with the healthcare team to address patients' individual needs.
Requirements
- Current RN license (verification required).
- Professional references and clean background check.
- Current vaccinations and health screening completion (MMR, Tdap, Varicella, Hepatitis B, Influenza, TB screening, and two-step PPD or IGRA).
- PALS certification (or willingness to obtain).
- Ability to pass facility-specific competency assessments and onboarding modules.
Contract Details
- Duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
- Guaranteed Hours: 36 per week
- Uniform: Navy blue scrubs
- Start Date: November 22, 2026