Registered Nurse Neonatal ICU - FT Day

Ascension Health; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 49,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition discounts

Priority program placement with WSU

Comprehensive health coverage

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Ascension Health is hiring for a Neonatal ICU nursing role at Via Christi, St Joseph in Wichita, KS. This full-time, day-shift position includes rotating weekends and holidays within a supportive academic-focused environment.

You will lead compassionate nursing care, coordinate a multidisciplinary team, monitor real-time patient conditions, and drive comprehensive discharge planning to ensure smooth transitions for families and newborns.

Qualifications

• BLS Provider certification must be obtained within 1 month (30 days) of hire or job transfer date (AHA or Red Cross accepted).
• Neonatal Resuscitation certification from the AAP within 6 months (180 days) of hire date or transfer date.
• Licensed Registered Nurse credentialed from the Kansas Board of Nursing prior to hire date or transfer date.
• Diploma from an accredited nursing school or required professional licensure at time of hire.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Compassionate care

Team collaboration

Clinical documentation

Discharge planning

Education

Diploma from accredited nursing program

Registered Nurse license (Kansas)

Tools

BLS certification

Neonatal Resuscitation (AAP)

Job description

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Wichita, Kansas


• Facility: Via Christi, St Joseph


• Specialty: Neonatal ICU


• 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):


• 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 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) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRightsSp6.12.pdf) poster.

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Min Salary: 35.29

Max Salary 52.74