Licensed Practical Nurse Float

Ascension; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 58,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage (medical

Dental and vision coverage

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition reimbursement and learning

Job summary

Ascension Via Christi St. Joseph is seeking an experienced LPN to join the Float Pool on the night shift. This full-time role requires Kansas LPN licensure, BLS, and IV certification, with responsibilities spanning patient monitoring, medications, diagnostics, and patient education.

You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure safe, high-quality care in a fast-paced environment. Exciting professional development opportunities, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive community

Qualifications

• BLS Provider within 1 month of hire date or transfer date required (American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted).
• Practical/Vocational Nurse credentialed from the Kansas Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or transfer date required.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary care team to execute precise clinical interventions that advance the patient’s recovery and well-being.
• Monitor patient responses to medications and treatments with a keen eye for detail, ensuring immediate action is taken to maintain safety and comfort.
• Execute essential diagnostic tests and therapeutic services that provide the critical data needed for accurate medical decision-making.
• Empower patients and their families through clear, compassionate education, ensuring they feel confident and supported in their care journey after leaving the facility.

Skills

IV Certified

Education

High School diploma equivalency

1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience

Job description

Your future role at a glance

• Facility: Ascension Via Christi St. Joseph
• Department: Float Pool
• Schedule: Nights l Full-time

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary care team to execute precise clinical interventions that advance the patient’s recovery and well-being.
• Monitor patient responses to medications and treatments with a keen eye for detail, ensuring immediate action is taken to maintain safety and comfort.
• Execute essential diagnostic tests and therapeutic services that provide the critical data needed for accurate medical decision-making.
• Empower patients and their families through clear, compassionate education, ensuring they feel confident and supported in their care journey after leaving the facility.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Practical/Vocational Nurse credentialed from the Kansas Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.

Education

• High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
  • Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.

Additional Preferences

• IV Certified
• Minimum 1 year acute care medical-surgical LPN experience

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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