Charge Registered Nurse / RN L&D

The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth opportunities

Tuition assistance

Comprehensive health benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

A healthcare institution in Topeka is seeking a night shift, full-time Labor and Delivery Charge Registered Nurse. The role involves managing patient care and supporting nursing staff in a collaborative environment. Candidates must have an Associate’s degree in Nursing and current Kansas RN licensure, with preferred qualifications including a Bachelor’s degree and relevant experience. Competitive benefits and opportunities for career growth are offered.

Qualifications

• Current Kansas RN licensure is required.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire.
• Experience in a similar healthcare setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage overall shift and monitor quality of care.
• Serve as a liaison to Nurse Manager and House Supervisor.
• Assess patient/family needs and revise care plans.

Skills

Nursing skills

Patient assessment

Problem-solving

Team mentoring

Education

Associate’s degree in Nursing

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing

Tools

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)

Job description

Overview

Join our team as a night shift, full-time, Labor and Delivery 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:

• Associate’s degree in Nursing.
• Current Kansas RN licensure.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification - unit specific.

Preferred Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing.
• Experience working in a similar healthcare setting.