Registered Nurse Med Surg

Ascension; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

403(b) plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Ascension Via Christi St. Joseph in Wichita, KS is seeking a full-time Registered Nurse for the Med Surg department. You will provide direct nursing care during day shifts, following organizational protocols and physician orders to ensure safe patient outcomes.

Responsibilities include accurate execution of orders, active patient safety focus, and collaborative discharge planning. A BLS certification and Kansas RN license are required at hire.

Qualifications

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Licensed Registered Nurse credentialed from the Kansas Board of Nursing required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct nursing care aligned with organizational protocols and clinical standards.
• Execute physician and nursing orders with high accuracy
• Maintain a nursing focus on patient safety and therapeutic outcomes.
• Collaborate in discharge planning to ensure a safe and successful patient transition

Skills

Nursing care

Patient safety

Discharge planning

Team collaboration

Education

Nursing Diploma

Job description

• Facility: Ascension Via Christi St. Joseph
• Department: Med Surg
• Schedule: Days l Full-time
• Sign-On Bonus: $10,000.00 #NextGenHealthcare

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Wichita, KS
• Facility: Ascension Via Christi St. Joseph
• Department: Med Surg
• Schedule: Days l Full-time
• Sign-On Bonus: $10,000.00 #NextGenHealthcare

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Deliver direct nursing care aligned with organizational protocols and clinical standards.
• Execute physician and nursing orders with high accuracy
• Maintain a nursing focus on patient safety and therapeutic outcomes.
• Collaborate in discharge planning to ensure a safe and successful patient transition

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Licensed Registered Nurse credentialed from the Kansas Board of Nursing required.

Education

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

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.

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