Charge Registered Nurse / RN ER

Ardent; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Ardent in Topeka, Kansas is seeking a night shift, full-time Emergency Room Charge Registered Nurse to oversee the ER during night hours.

Under the Nurse Manager, you'll assign patients, supervise staff, mentor new hires, and ensure high-quality care while adhering to the Kansas Nurse Practice Act. The role emphasizes patient throughput, collaboration with hospital teams, and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Requires active RN licensure in Kansas; 2-year degree minimum.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire.
• ACLS certification required; unit-specific.
• Preferred: 4-year nursing degree.

Responsibilities

• Oversee shift management and quality of care in the assigned ER area.
• Serve as liaison to Nurse Manager and House Supervisor; assign patients and provide clinical support.
• Mentor new associates and participate in annual performance reviews.
• Assess patient/family needs, update care plans, and delegate as appropriate.
• Adhere to the Kansas Nurse Practice Act.

Education

2-year degree

Current Kansas RN licensure

BLS certification within 14 days of hire

ACLS certification

4-year degree (preferred)

Job description

Overview

Join our team as a night shift, full-time, Emergency Room (ER) Charge Registered Nurse in Topeka, Kansas.

Why Join Us?

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better

• Thrive:We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
• People-First:We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
• Make Healthcare Better:We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.

Get to Know Your Team:

• The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus, a part of a rich legacy of compassionate care since 1909, now offers 378 licensed beds, a history of innovation, and strong community support.

Responsibilities

• Under the direction of the Nurse Manager, is responsible for the overall shift management and monitoring of the quality of care for his/her designated area.
• The Charge RN serves as a liaison to keep the Nurse Manager and House Supervisor apprised of major occurrences and needs of the unit. Provides first level supervision, makes patient assignment every shift and provides clinical support to nursing personnel (e.g. assuming patient load, assisting with admissions/procedures, etc.) and problem identification/solving of patient care issues.
• The Charge Nurse assists in mentoring of new associates, academic partners and participates in annual performance review process. Performs other duties as assigned.
• The RN assesses patient/family needs, develops and priorities patient goals, evaluates care delivery, and continually revises the plan of care to meet the biological, emotional, psychosocial, spiritual, developmental, and educational needs of the patient/family.
• The RN delegates care as appropriate to optimize patient outcomes.
• The RN adheres to the Kansas Nurse Practice Act.

Qualifications

Job Requirements:

• 2-year degree
• Current Kansas RN licensure
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care
• ACLS certification- unit specific

Preferred Job Requirements:

• 4-year degree
• Preference given to RNs with experience in a similar healthcare setting