Registered Nurse / RN Cardiology

The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth opportunities

Tuition assistance

Wellness resources

Health benefits

Job summary

The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus in Topeka, KS is seeking a Cardiology DHS Registered Nurse for day shift. The role focuses on coordinating safe patient care delivery, assessing patient needs, and updating care plans under Nurse Director/Manager supervision.

Requirements include Kansas RN licensure, BLS within 14 days, ACLS/chemo training within one year, and a 2-year nursing degree. Growth opportunities are emphasized within a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Current Kansas RN Licensure.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer.
• Telemetry, ICU, and PCU require ACLS; Post-Surg requires Chemo, completed within the first year of employment.
• 2-Year Degree.
• Certifications are required within one year of hire.

Responsibilities

• The Registered Nurse coordinates safe patient care delivery for specified and diverse patient populations.
• RN assesses patient/family needs, develops and prioritizes goals, evaluates care delivery, and revises the plan of care.
• RN delegates care as appropriate to optimize patient outcomes.
• RN adheres to the Kansas Nurse Practice Act.

Skills

RN patient care

Telemetry

BLS Certification

ACLS within 1 year

Post-surgical chemo training

MS Office familiarity

Education

Associate degree in Nursing (ADN) or equivalent

2-Year Degree

Bachelor's degree in nursing (BSN)

Tools

MS Office (Word/Excel)

Job description

Join our team as a day shift, full-time, Cardiology DHS Registered Nurse in Topeka, Kansas.

Why Join Us?

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better

• Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
• People-First: We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
• Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.

Get to Know Your Team:

• The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus, a part of a rich legacy of compassionate care since 1909, now offers 378 licensed beds, a history of innovation, and strong community support.

Responsibilities

• The Registered Nurse functions under the direction of the Nurse Director/Manager and is responsible for the coordination of safe patient care delivery for specified and diverse patient populations.
• The RN assesses patient/family needs, develops and prioritizes patient goals, evaluates care delivery, and continually revised the plan of care to meet the biological, emotional, psychosocial, spiritual, developmental, and educational needs of the patient/family.
• The RN Delegates care as appropriate to optimize patient outcomes.
• The RN adheres to the Kansas Nurse Practice Act.

Qualifications

Job Requirements:

• Current Kansas RN Licensure.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.
• Telemetry, ICU, and PCU need ACLS, and Post-Surg needs Chemo. Completed within the first year of employment
• 2-Year Degree
• Specific Certifications are required within one year of hire

Preferred Job Requirements:

• 4-Year Degree
• At least one year of recent experience in a similar healthcare setting.
• Familiar with Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel)