Registered Nurse Labor and Delivery - FT Day

Ascension; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

403(b) match

PTO & holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Parental leave

Job summary

Ascension in Wichita, Kansas is seeking a Labor & Delivery RN to deliver compassionate, evidence-based care on a full-time day shift with rotating weekends and holidays. You will coordinate a multidisciplinary team, monitor patients, and manage discharge planning to ensure safe, continuous care.

The role requires Kansas RN licensure, a nursing diploma, and certifications in ALS, BLS, and NRP within specified timeframes, supporting high-quality maternal and neonatal outcomes.

Qualifications

• RN licensure in Kansas required prior to hire.
• Diploma in nursing from an accredited program.
• ALS, BLS and NRP certifications within specified timelines.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of compassionate, evidence-based nursing care with safety as a priority.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary team to ensure seamless, holistic patient care.
• Monitor and interpret patient conditions in real time and document precisely.
• Initiate and manage discharge or transfer plans for smooth transitions of care.

Skills

Compassionate care

Team coordination

Evidence-based practice

Clinical monitoring

Education

Diploma in Nursing

Advanced Life Support (ALS)

BLS Provider

Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP)

Kansas RN license

Job description

• Schedule: Full Time l Day Shift l Rotating Weekends and Holidays

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Wichita, Kansas
• Facility: Via Christi, St Joseph
• Specialty: Labor and Delivery
• Schedule: Full Time l Day Shift l Rotating Weekends and Holidays

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

• Lead the delivery of compassionate, evidence-based nursing care, ensuring every action aligns with the highest safety standards and organizational excellence.
• Coordinate a multidisciplinary team of specialists to ensure patient care is seamless, holistic, and focused on the best possible clinical outcomes.
• Monitor and interpret patient conditions in real-time, acting as the vital link between the patient and the medical team through proactive communication and precise documentation.
• Advocate for the patient's journey by initiating and managing comprehensive discharge or transfer plans, ensuring transitions are smooth with uninterrupted care and support.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

Required Credential(s):

• Advanced Life Support obtained within 6 months (180 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 or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Certification specializing in Neonatal Resuscitation credentialed from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) obtained within 6 months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date.
• Licensed Registered Nurse credentialed from the Kansas Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

Education

• Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing required. OR Required professional licensure at time of hire.

Additional Preferences

• RN experience within specialty

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: pro-rated 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 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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