Registered Nurse / RN Float Pool

Ardent Health; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Ardent Health Services in Topeka, KS is seeking a Night Shift Registered Nurse to join our Float Pool on a full-time basis. You will provide coordinated, high-quality patient care across diverse units and collaborate with a skilled interdisciplinary team.

The role requires Kansas RN licensure, BLS, ACLS for critical units, and a commitment to ongoing certifications within the first year. This position emphasizes patient safety and compassionate care in a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in nursing required.
• Current Kansas RN licensure.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire.
• ACLS required for Tele, ICU and PCU.
• Oncology certification required post-surgery.
• All certifications must be completed within first year.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate safe patient care delivery for diverse patient populations.
• Assess patient/family needs, develop and prioritize goals, evaluate care.
• Continually revise the plan of care to meet patient needs.
• Delegate care as appropriate to optimize patient outcomes.
• Adhere to the Kansas Nurse Practice Act.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Associate’s degree in nursing

4-Year Degree in related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Overview

Join our team as a night shift, full-time, Float Pool 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 works under the direction of the Nurse Director/Manager and is responsible for 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

• Associate’s degree in nursing
• 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.
• Tele, ICU and PCU require ACLS
• Post Surgery requires oncology certification.
• All required certifications must be completed within first year of employment.

Preferred Job Requirements:

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