Registered Nurse Pediatric ICU and Burn

Ascension Health; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 45,000 - 67,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Retirement plan

PTO & holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance

Parental leave

Other benefits

Job summary

Ascension Health is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse for Via Christi, St. Francis in Wichita, KS. The role supports Pediatric and Burn ICU with a nights, part-time schedule. A sign-on bonus of up to $4,500 is available, along with comprehensive benefits.

Qualified candidates hold a Kansas RN license and a Diploma in Nursing. BLS must be obtained within 30 days of hire. The position emphasizes coordinated, patient-centered care and effective discharge planning to ensure safe transitions

Qualifications

• BLS Provider required within 30 days of hire, AHA or Red Cross accepted.
• Licensed Registered Nurse credentialed by the Kansas Board of Nursing.

Responsibilities

• Champion patient wellness by implementing and evolving personalized care plans.
• Serve as the voice of the patient by monitoring changes and communicating with the medical team.
• Coordinate across medical disciplines to deliver holistic care.
• Interpret and execute physician and nursing orders maintaining safety and excellence.
• Lead discharge planning to prepare families for the journey home.

Skills

Clinical excellence

Team communication

Patient advocacy

Education

Diploma in Nursing

Job description

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Wichita, KS

• Facility: Via Christi, St. Francis

• Specialty: Pediatric and Burn ICU

• Schedule: Nights l Part-time

• Sign-on bonus: Up to $4,500

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

• Champion Patient Wellness: You will take ownership of implementing and evolving personalized care plans, ensuring every clinical intervention aligns with the patientâs unique needs.

• The Voice of the Patient: By meticulously monitoring and communicating changes in patient condition, you act as the vital link between the bedside and the broader medical team, ensuring no detail is overlooked.

• Clinical Orchestration: You will serve as the primary coordinator across all medical disciplines, harmonizing efforts between specialists, therapists, and physicians to deliver seamless, holistic care.

• Precision in Execution: With a high degree of clinical expertise, you will interpret and carry out physician and nursing orders, maintaining the highest standards of safety and excellence.

• Empowering Transitions: Beyond the bedside, you will lead the discharge planning process, collaborating with the healthcare team to ensure patients and their families are prepared and supported for their journey home.

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 professional licensure at time of hire required.

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: 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.

Min Salary: 32.68

Max Salary 48.85