Registered Nurse Short Term

Ascension Living; Manhattan (KS); On-site; USD 64,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

403(b) plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance

Job summary

Ascension Living's Via Christi Village Manhattan is seeking a registered nurse for nights on a full‑time short‑term contract in Manhattan, KS. You will deliver direct nursing care to long-term residents, implement individualized care plans, and document condition changes in a timely manner.

You will collaborate with physicians and the interdisciplinary team to execute orders, ensure patient safety, and support effective discharge planning, while maintaining high standards of care in a skilled

Qualifications

• BLS Provider certification within 30 days of hire.
• Registered Nurse licensure required before hire date.
• ACLS certification preferred.
• Driver's license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to long-term care residents according to clinical standards.
• Implement and monitor individualized care plans and document changes.
• Coordinate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to carry out orders.
• Promote resident safety and assist with discharge planning.

Skills

Compassionate care

Communication

Education

Nursing Diploma

Job description

Your future role at a glance

Location: Manhattan, KS

Facility: Via Christi Village Manhattan

Department: Skilled Nursing/Assisted Living

Schedule: Nights | Full-Time Short Term Contract

Salary Range: $56.00 per hour

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

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Provide direct nursing care to long-term care residents in accordance with established clinical standards.
• Implement and monitor individualized care plans, documenting and communicating changes in condition.
• Coordinate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to carry out orders and ensure seamless care.
• Promote resident safety and support effective discharge planning.

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.
• Registered Nurse obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
• Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Drivers License preferred.

Education:

• Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing OR Required professional licensure at time of hire.

Equal employment opportunity employer

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