Job Description

Director of Pediatrics – RN (Full-Time, Days)
Location: Austin, TX
Compensation: Up to $173,000 base salary
Shift: Monday to Friday (No Weekends)
Sign-On Bonus: Leadership Incentive Bonus Eligible
Relocation Assistance: Available

We are hiring an experienced Director of Pediatrics to oversee operations across Pediatric Med Surg, Pediatric ICU, and Pediatric Emergency Services. This is an excellent opportunity for a results-driven, collaborative RN leader with a proven background in pediatric healthcare management. You will be responsible for clinical oversight, staffing, performance improvement, and strategic planning in a growing and dynamic environment.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage day-to-day operations across multiple pediatric units including Med Surg, ICU, and Emergency Department

• Ensure delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care through planning, staffing, and performance oversight

• Develop and monitor budgets, operational goals, and regulatory compliance

• Direct nursing practice, implement policies, and uphold evidence-based care standards

• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to enhance efficiency, patient flow, and care coordination

• Coach and develop nurse leaders and foster a culture of accountability and innovation

• Track key performance indicators, support compliance initiatives, and drive patient experience outcomes

• Oversee staff competencies to ensure appropriate alignment with pediatric acuity and care needs

Qualifications:

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license – Compact accepted with Texas conversion within 60 days

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing required; Master’s degree preferred

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a healthcare leadership role

• Minimum of 3 years in a Director-level role overseeing Pediatric Services required

Department Overview:

• 10-bed Pediatric Med Surg Unit

• 6-bed Pediatric ICU

• 10-bed Pediatric Emergency Department

• 2 Nurse Managers (ED & PICU) report directly to this role

Benefits:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance options

• Prescription drug and behavioral health coverage

• Free telemedicine services and AirMed medical transportation

• Life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts

• Supplemental health plans including accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity

• Legal and identity theft protection, pet insurance, long-term care coverage

• Tuition reimbursement and student loan assistance

• Dependent scholarships and certification support

• 401(k) plan with 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay based on years of service

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% discount

• Paid family leave, PTO, short- and long-term disability

• Adoption assistance, fertility support through Progyny

• Counseling and well-being resources

• Consumer discount programs and preferred banking partnerships

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