Registered Nurse Neonatal ICU - FT Night

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

403(b) matched contributions

Paid time off & holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Ascension Via Christi, St Joseph in Wichita, Kansas is seeking a Neonatal ICU nurse for a full-time night shift with rotating weekends and holidays. You will deliver evidence-based care, coordinate with a multidisciplinary team, and document vigilantly to support safe transitions.

Minimum requirements include a Diploma in nursing, Kansas RN license, BLS within 30 days, and NRP certification within 6 months. Ascension offers tuition discounts and broad benefits.

Qualifications

• BLS Provider within 1 month (30 days) of hire or transfer date, AHA or ARC accepted.
• AAP Neonatal Resuscitation certification obtained within 6 months (180 days) of hire date or transfer date.
• Licensed Registered Nurse credentialed by the Kansas Board of Nursing prior to hire date or transfer date.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of compassionate, evidence-based nursing care with highest safety standards.
• Coordinate a multidisciplinary team to ensure seamless patient care and optimal outcomes.
• Monitor and interpret patient conditions in real time; document precisely and communicate proactively.
• Manage discharge or transfer plans to ensure smooth transitions and uninterrupted care.

Education

Diploma in Nursing

Job description

Schedule: Full Time l Night Shift l Rotating Weekends and Holidays

Your future role at a glance

Location: Wichita, Kansas

Facility: Via Christi, St Joseph

Specialty: Neonatal ICU

Schedule: Full Time l Night 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.

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.

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