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Ascension
Austin, Texas

Director of Nursing Intermediate Care

Registered NurseFull-Time
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About the Role

Director of Nursing for Intermediate Care. Full-time, days. Critical Care background preferred. Austin, TX.

Join Ascension as a Director of Nursing – Intermediate Care, Critical Care in Austin, Texas, United States.

Benefits & Compensation

  • Paid time off (PTO)
  • Various health insurance options & wellness plans
  • Retirement benefits including employer match plans
  • Long-term & short-term disability
  • Employee assistance programs (EAP)
  • Parental leave & adoption assistance
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Annual bonus incentive

Work Schedule

  • Full-Time position.
  • No explicit call, weekend, or night shift information provided.

Apply to join Ascension as a Director of Nursing – Intermediate Care, Critical Care.

Key Responsibilities

The Director of Nursing oversees departmental goals, clinical activities, and patient care standards within the intermediate care unit. They are also responsible for managing staffing, budgets, and ensuring compliance with legal and ethical healthcare requirements.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in nursing and a valid Texas Registered Nurse license. A minimum of 5 years of experience, including at least 2 years in a leadership or management role, is required.

Qualifications

Education
Bachelor degree
Experience
5+ years of experience

Certifications

BLS (preferred)

Key Skills

Nursing leadershipClinical operationsStaffing managementBudgetingCritical careTelemetryPatient assessmentCare plan developmentComplaint managementAudit coordinationStaff orientationContinuing education

Critical Care Medicine — Registered Nurse Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Texas is 97.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 57.7% of Texas clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Location & Logistics

Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.

Position Insights

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About Ascension

Hospitals and Health Care
St. Louis, MO
10,000+ employees

Benefits & Perks

Paid time off (PTO)
Various health insurance options & wellness plans
Retirement benefits including employer match plans
Long-term & short-term disability
Employee assistance programs (EAP)
Parental leave & adoption assistance
Tuition reimbursement
Annual bonus incentive