Nurse Intern, Labor and Delivery

Ascension Health; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) retirement plan

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Ascension Health is seeking a Nursing aide/assistant for the Labor and Delivery unit in Wichita, KS. You will provide bedside care, monitor vital signs, and support daily patient activities while documenting progress for the care team.

Requirements include a High school diploma/GED and enrollment in a nursing program within 90 days. Certification such as BLS Provider or equivalent is required within 30 days of hire, with retirement benefits and well-being support offered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; must enroll in a Nursing program within 90 days of hire/transfer.
• BLS Provider or instructor certification required within 30 days of hire; American Heart Association or Red Cross accepted.

Responsibilities

• Deliver primary bedside care by taking vital signs and assisting patients with activities of daily living.
• Observe and document patient progress in real time and communicate critical observations to the care team.
• Contribute to personalized care planning by reporting diagnostic test results and clinical observations.
• Support unit flow by transporting patients to diagnostic services and maintaining clean care environments.

Skills

Bedside care

Vital signs

Documentation

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Enrollment in Nursing program within 90 days

Job description

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Wichita, KS

• Facility: Ascension Via Christi St. Joseph

• Department: Labor and Delivery

• Schedule: Night shift l PRN

Via Christi associates are eligible for tuition discounts and priority placement in select healthcare programs through our academic partnership with Wichita State University.

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Deliver primary bedside care by taking vital signs and assisting patients with activities of daily living to maintain comfort, dignity and optimal recovery conditions.

• Observe and document patient progress in real time, communicating critical observations and status updates to preceptors to ensure continuous, safety-focused care delivery.

• Contribute to personalized care planning by reporting diagnostic test results and clinical observations directly to the care team.

• Support unit operational flow by preparing and safely transporting patients to diagnostic services, maintaining clean care environments and ensuring smooth daily workflows.

What minimum requirements you’ll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

Required Credential(s):

One or more of the following:

• Instructor specializing in Basic Life Support obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

Preferred Credential(s):

• Nurse Aide.

Education:

• High school diploma/GED required. Must be accepted or enrolled into a Nursing program upon date of hire/transfer and begin classes within 90 days of date of hire/transfer.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Retirement: 403(b) plan

• Well-being support: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

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) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRightsSp6.12.pdf) poster.

Min Salary: 16.95

Max Salary 20.23