Registered Nurse / RN Pain Management

The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus in Topeka, KS is seeking a Pain Management Registered Nurse for day shift, PRN roles.

You will coordinate nursing care, assess patient needs, and develop care plans while ensuring safe, high-quality outcomes for diverse patient populations. Responsibilities include prioritizing goals, delegating tasks appropriately, and complying with the Kansas Nurse Practice Act.

Qualifications

• Current Kansas RN licensure is required.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer.
• Telemetry, ICU and PCU require ACLS; chemotherapy knowledge needed within the first year.
• Two-year nursing degree required; higher degrees preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate safe patient care delivery for diverse patient populations.
• Assess patient/family needs, develop and prioritize goals, and evaluate care plans.
• Delegate care appropriately to optimize patient outcomes.
• Adhere to the Kansas Nurse Practice Act.

Skills

Clinical nursing skills

Patient care coordination

Communication

Education

Current Kansas RN Licensure

2-Year Degree

4-Year Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word/Outlook/Excel)

Job description

Overview

Join our team as a day shift, PRN, Pain Management Registered Nurse in Topeka, Kansas.

Overview

Join our team as a day shift, PRN, Pain Management 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 and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
• People-First: We prioritize your well-being with 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 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 recent experience in a similar healthcare setting.
• Familiar with Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel).