Newly Licensed Registered Nurse / RN ER

Ardent Health Services; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ardent Health Services in Topeka, Kansas seeks a variable shift, full-time Emergency Room A (ER) Registered Nurse to join our patient‑centered team. You will coordinate safe patient care, assess needs, and collaborate with a diverse care team while adhering to the Kansas Nurse Practice Act.

BLS and ACLS may be required, with training provided. This role offers growth opportunities, access to advanced technology, and a supportive work culture that values your well-being and professional

Qualifications

• BLS certification required within 14 days of hire.
• ACLS required for Telemetry, ICU, and PCU; chemo is needed for Post-Surg within the first year.
• Active Kansas RN licensure is required.
• Minimum of 2-year nursing degree.
• Certifications must be completed within one year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate safe patient care delivery for defined patient populations under RN direction.
• Assess patient/family needs, set goals, evaluate care, and revise care plan as required.
• Delegate tasks to support staff to optimize patient outcomes.
• Adhere to the Kansas Nurse Practice Act and maintain professional standards.

Skills

BLS

ACLS

Communication

Education

2-Year Degree

4-Year Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Join our team as a variable shift, full-time, Emergency Room A (ER) 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

• The Registered Nurse functions under the direction of the Nurse Director/Manager and is responsible for the coordination of safe patient care delivery for specified and diverse patient populations.
• The RN assesses patient/family needs, develops and prioritizes 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

• 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.
• Telemetry, ICU, and PCU need ACLS, and Post-Surg needs Chemo. Completed within the first year of employment
• 2-Year Degree
• Specific Certificationsare required within one year of hire

Preferred Job Requirements

• 4-Year Degree
• At least one year of recent experience in a similar healthcare setting.
• Familiar with Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel).