Registered Nurse Postpartum - FT Night

Ascension; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

403(b) retirement plan

PTO & holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Parental leave

Transportation savings

Job summary

Ascension in Wichita, KS seeks an experienced RN for a postpartum unit on a full-time night shift with rotating weekends and holidays. You will lead compassionate, evidence-based nursing care and coordinate a multidisciplinary team to optimize patient outcomes.

You'll monitor patient conditions in real time, document precisely, and advocate for smooth discharge planning to ensure safe transitions from hospital to home.

Qualifications

• Advanced Life Support (ALS) within 6 months of hire date.
• BLS Provider within 1 month of hire date.
• Neonatal Resuscitation Certification within 6 months of hire date.
• Registered Nurse licensed by the Kansas Board of Nursing prior to hire date.

Responsibilities

• Lead compassionate, evidence-based nursing care with safety and excellence.
• Coordinate a multidisciplinary team to ensure seamless patient care.
• Monitor and interpret patient conditions in real time and document precisely.
• Initiate and manage comprehensive discharge planning for safe transition home.

Skills

Compassionate care

Team coordination

Documentation

Education

Diploma in Nursing

Job description

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Your future role at a glance

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

• Location: Wichita, Kansas
• Facility: Via Christi, St Joseph
• Specialty: Postpartum
• 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 plans, ensuring a safe and successful transition from hospital to home.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration

• Required Credential(s):
  • Advanced Life Support obtained within 6 months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
  • 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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