Registered Nurse Med Surg Traveler

Ascension; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 82,000 - 159,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

403(b) match

PTO and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Parental leave

Job summary

Ascension Via Christi in Wichita, KS seeks a Registered Nurse to implement and monitor patient care plans, acting as the primary coordinator for multidisciplinary teams. You will document patient conditions and execute physician orders while ensuring smooth discharge planning with the care team.

The role emphasizes collaboration, clinical excellence, and adherence to BLS and CRN requirements. This full-time position offers growth within Ascension Premier Staffing - Med Surg and a supportive work

Qualifications

• Certified BLS Provider within 30 days of hire or transfer date (AHA or ARC accepted).
• Certified Registered Nurse (CRN) required prior to hire date or transfer date.

Responsibilities

• Implements and monitors patient care plans; monitors, records and communicates patient condition.
• Serves as primary coordinator of all disciplines for well-coordinated patient care.
• Notes and carries out physician and nursing orders.
• Assesses and coordinates patient's discharge planning needs with the healthcare team.

Skills

Patient care coordination

Nursing communication

Discharge planning liaison

Education

Diploma in Nursing

Job description

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Wichita, KS
• Facility: Ascension Via Christi
• Department: Ascension Premier Staffing - Med Surg
• Schedule: Multiple shifts available | 36 to 48 hours per week
• Gross Rate up to $3,501 per week

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How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Implements and monitors patient care plans. Monitors, records and communicates patient condition as appropriate.
• Serves as a primary coordinator of all disciplines for well-coordinated patient care.
• Notes and carries out physician and nursing orders.
• Assesses and coordinates patient's discharge planning needs with members of the healthcare team.

What minimum requirements you’ll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration

• Required Credential(s): Certified BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Certified Registered Nurse 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.

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 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.