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Nursery Rn Jobs in Texas (NOW HIRING)

RN - Nursery

Austin, TX · On-site

$1.6K/wk

DAVID'S MEDICAL CENTER TX Job Type Travel Offering Nursing Profession RN Specialty Nursery Job ID 37731883 Job Title RN - Nursery Weekly Pay $1696.5 Shift Details Shift 3x12 Nights Scheduled Hours 36 ...

Overview Join our team as a Contract RN in the Newborn Nursery/NICU. You will be responsible for providing high-quality care to newborns and infants, supporting families, and collaborating with a ...

Must have Registered Nurse license in the State of Texas. BLS required. NRP required within six months of hire. Must have a minimum of 3 years of experience in Nursery. Qualifications: Graduate of a ...

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How much do nursery rn jobs pay per week?

As of Aug 23, 2026, the average weekly pay for nursery rn in Texas is $1,786.73, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $1,371.15 and $2,140.38 per week, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a nursery RN?

Nursery Registered Nurses (RNs) are specialized nurses who care for newborn infants in hospital nurseries, including well-baby nurseries and neonatal intensive care units (NICUs). Their responsibilities include monitoring vital signs, administering medications, educating parents on newborn care, and assisting with feeding and bathing. Nursery RNs play a crucial role in ensuring the health and safety of newborns, supporting families during the early stages of their child's life.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a nursery RN?

To thrive as a Nursery RN, you need a solid background in neonatal care, pediatric assessment, and a current RN license often with additional neonatal certifications such as NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program). Familiarity with neonatal monitoring systems, infant feeding equipment, and electronic health records is typically required. Compassion, attention to detail, and strong communication skills are crucial for supporting newborns and collaborating with families and healthcare teams. These competencies are vital for ensuring the safety, well-being, and optimal development of newborns in a clinical nursery setting.

What are common challenges faced by nursery RNs and how can they be addressed?

Nursery RNs often encounter challenges such as caring for newborns with varying medical needs, supporting anxious parents, and coordinating with multidisciplinary teams. Managing fluctuating patient loads and staying updated on neonatal care protocols can also be demanding. To address these, strong communication skills, ongoing professional development, and effective teamwork are essential. Many hospitals provide mentorship programs and continuing education to help Nursery RNs stay proficient and confident in their roles.

What is the difference between Nursery Rn vs Pediatric Nurse?

AspectNursery RnPediatric Nurse
CertificationsRN license, neonatal specialty certificationsRN license, pediatric certifications
Work EnvironmentNeonatal intensive care units, nurseriesPediatric wards, clinics, hospitals
Employer & IndustryHospitals, neonatal unitsHospitals, pediatric clinics, outpatient centers

Nursery RNs primarily care for newborns in neonatal intensive care units or nurseries, focusing on neonatal health. Pediatric Nurses, on the other hand, work with children of all ages in various settings, including hospitals and clinics. While both roles require RN licensure and specialized certifications, Nursery RNs focus on neonatal care, whereas Pediatric Nurses handle broader pediatric health needs.

Can a nursery registered nurse work in a nursery?

A nursery registered nurse can work in a nursery setting, providing healthcare and developmental support to infants and young children. They typically need relevant nursing licensure, pediatric training, and may work alongside early childhood educators in a childcare environment.

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Infographic showing various Nursery Rn job openings in Texas as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 57% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 27% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $92,910 per year, or $44.7 per hour.

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Job description

Introduction

Are you looking for a place to deliver excellent care patients deserve? At St. David's South Austin Medical Center we support our colleagues in their positions. Join our Team as a(an) Registered Nurse Nursery and access programs to assist with every stage of your career.

Benefits

St. David's South Austin Medical Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

  • Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
  • Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
  • Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
  • 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
  • Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
  • Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
  • Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
  • Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
  • Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
  • Colleague recognition program
  • Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
  • Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

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Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Are you a continuous learner? With more than 94,000 nurses throughout HCA Healthcare, we are one of the largest employers of nurses in the United States. Education is key to excellence! As a majority owner of Galen College of Nursing, which joins Research College of Nursing and Mercy School of Nursing as educational facilities within the HCA Healthcare family, we make it easier and more affordable to gain certifications and job skills. Apply today for our Registered Nurse Nursery opening and continue to learn!

Job Summary and Qualifications

As a Registered Nurse (RN) in Newborn Nursery, you will be responsible for planning, implementing, and evaluating nursing care for assigned patients. You will collaborate with other healthcare disciplines to achieve successful execution of the patient care plan, and will continuously monitor and assess the patient’s physical, emotional, and social needs. You will work to refine the plan of care to ensure achievement of desired goals for the patient.  


  • You will perform physical patient assessments and reassessments 


  • You will assess patient and family learning needs, and provide education on the security, health, and well-being of the neonate  


  • You will formulate a plan of care, including expected outcomes and discharge planning, alongside interdisciplinary team members  


  • You will assess the infant and report changes to appropriate unit personnel  


  • You will assist in high-risk deliveries and resuscitation alongside Nurse Practitioner 


  • You will assist with newborn care at birth and perform the neonatal assessment 


  • You will report abnormal conditions and/or behaviors in the newborn to the Clinical Nurse Coordinator and Physician  


  • You will perform safety checks each time the neonate is released to care of parent/guardian  


  • You will complete and document discharge instructions and take the infant with the parent to transportation upon discharge  


  • You will assist in neonatal transport by obtaining consent, transfer, and physician orders, and assisting the transport team in stabilization care


What qualifications you will need:

Experience  


  • 1 year of clinical nursing experience as a Registered Nurse (RN) 


  • Acute care experience – preferred  


Education  


  • Associate’s degree in Nursing(ADN) from an accredited nursing program  


  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) – preferred  


Licenses and Certifications  


  • Current State of Texas Registered Nurse (RN) license or Compact Registered Nursing License. If Compact License, Texas license must be obtained within90 daysof hire 


  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certificationrequiredper St. David’s Healthcare policy 


  • Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certificationrequiredper St. David’s Healthcare policy  


  • Registered Nurse, Certified in Inpatient Obstetrics(RNC – OB) – preferred  

St. David's South Austin Medical Center, which is part of St. David's HealthCare. We are a 368-bed acute care facility offering a range of complex specialties and sub-specialties. Our services include a nationally accredited oncology program with the area's only adult Transplant and Cellular Therapy Program; advanced trauma care with a Level II trauma center; comprehensive cardiac, stroke and orthopedic programs; full-service maternity and newborn care; and two full-service emergency centers in the communities of Bee Cave and Bastrop. St. David's South Austin Medical Center is affiliated with the Texas Institute for Robotic Surgery. We offer advanced robotic services for orthopedics, open heart and lung surgery, complex GI surgery, surgical oncology, general surgery, colorectal surgery, and urology. It was one of the first hospitals in Central Texas to combine the use of CT imaging and robotics to detect early stage lung cancer.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.


"Good people beget good people."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

If growth and continued learning is important to you, we encourage you to apply for our Registered Nurse Nursery opening. Our team will promptly review your application. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities apply today!

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.


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