Registered Nurse ED

Aura Health; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Aura Health in Wichita, KS seeks an experienced RN to lead clinical responses in an emergency department setting. The role requires coordinating patient care, executing physician orders with precision, and advocating for patient safety in high-pressure situations.

The successful candidate will monitor patients, communicate critical changes promptly, and assist with discharge or admission planning to support long-term stability. Opportunities for growth and teamwork are emphasized.

Qualifications

• Licensed RN with Kansas Board of Nursing licensure.
• BLS certification to be completed within 1 month of hire.
• ALS and PALS certifications to be obtained within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Respond to patients in acute distress with stabilization.
• Coordinate care across departments for rapid treatment.
• Monitor patient status and communicate critical changes.
• Accurately execute life-saving orders and protocols.
• Assist in planning transitions for discharge or admission.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Team coordination

Patient safety

Education

Licensed RN - Kansas Board of Nursing

BLS certification

ALS certification

PALS certification

Job description

Role Overview: Lead the clinical response in an emergency department setting, coordinating patient care, implementing life-saving interventions, and ensuring seamless communication among multidisciplinary teams. Advocate for patient safety by monitoring conditions and executing physician orders with precision. Collaborate on discharge and admission plans to support long-term stability.

Responsibilities

• Respond to patients in acute distress with appropriate care and stabilization.
• Coordinate care efforts across departments to deliver rapid, effective treatment.
• Monitor patient status and communicate critical changes promptly.
• Accurately execute complex medical orders and protocols.
• Assist in planning patient transitions for safe discharge or admission.

Qualifications & Skills

• Licensed Registered Nurse from the Kansas Board of Nursing or equivalent.
• Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) within 1 month of hire.
• Advanced Life Support (ALS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications within 6 months.

Education: Diploma from an accredited nursing program or equivalent professional licensure.

Key Attributes: Strong clinical expertise, effective team coordination, attention to patient safety, and adherence to protocols in high-pressure situations.