Registered Nurse / RN Clinical Decision Unit

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

Tuition assistance

Comprehensive health benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

A prominent healthcare institution in Topeka is seeking a full-time Registered Nurse for the Clinical Decision Unit. The role involves coordinating patient care, assessing needs, and adherence to nursing standards. Ideal candidates should possess an Associate’s degree in nursing and a current Kansas RN Licensure. This position offers career growth opportunities and a supportive work culture.

Qualifications

• Current Kansas RN Licensure.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire.
• All required certifications must be completed within the first year.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate patient care delivery for specified diverse patient populations.
• Assess patient/family needs and develop patient goals.
• Adhere to the Kansas Nurse Practice Act.

Skills

Patient care delivery

Assessment skills

Delegation

Communication

Education

Associate’s degree in nursing

Bachelor’s degree in nursing

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel)

Job description

Registered Nurse / RN Clinical Decision Unit

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Overview
Join our team as a full‑time night shift Medical Surgical Registered Nurse in Topeka, Kansas.

Why Join Us?

• 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 9, 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 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 outcomes.
• The RN adheres to the Kansas Nurse Practice Act.

Qualifications

Job Requirements

• Current Kansas RN Licensure.
• Associate’s degree in nursing.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.
• Tele, ICU, and PCU require ACLS.
• Post‑surgery requires oncology certification.
• All required certifications must be completed within the first year of employment.

Preferred Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing.
• At least one‑year recent experience in a similar healthcare setting.
• Familiar with Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel).

Seniority Level: Entry level

Employment Type: Full‑time

Job Function: Health Care Provider

Industries: Hospitals and Health Care

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