Nurse Intern Trauma Surgical ICU

Ascension; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

403(b) employer match

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Employee assistance program

Parental leave

Pet insurance

Job summary

Ascension Via Christi St. Francis in Wichita, KS is hiring for a role in the Trauma Surgical ICU support team. The position supports patient care during Day and PRN shifts, with a path toward nursing program progression.

A HS diploma and active enrollment in a nursing program are required. Responsibilities include assisting with daily living activities, monitoring vitals, documenting observations, and aiding in comprehensive care planning with supervision.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assist with activities of daily living and monitor vital signs to support patient well-being.
• Document observations and report to the preceptor to inform care decisions.
• Assist the preceptor in developing care plans based on test results and patient status.
• Support unit flow by preparing patients for diagnostic services and maintaining a safe, clean environment.

Skills

Vital signs monitoring

ADLs assistance

Patient documentation

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma/GED

Enrolled in Nursing program within 90 days

Job description

• Facility: Ascension Via Christi St. Francis
• Schedule: Days | PRN

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Wichita, KS
• Facility: Ascension Via Christi St. Francis
• Specialty: Trauma Surgical ICU
• Schedule: Days | 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 Essential Care: Support your patients' well-being by assisting with activities of daily living and accurately monitoring vital signs, ensuring they feel dignified and cared for.
• Sharpen Your Clinical Eye: Observe patient status and responses firsthand. You'll play a critical role in the care team by documenting and reporting these observations directly to your preceptor.
• Collaborate on Care Planning: Move beyond the basics by assisting your preceptor in developing comprehensive care plans, using your reports on test results and patient observations to help shape clinical outcomes.
• Support the Unit Ecosystem: Take an active role in the flow of the department, from preparing and transporting patients for diagnostic services to ensuring a safe, clean environment for healing.

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.

Work Experience

• None required.

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: 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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