Registered Nurse Step Down Traveler

Ascension; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 117,000 - 196,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

Employer-matched retirement plan (403b

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Parental leave and family benefits

Additional insurance options

Job summary

Ascension is seeking Travel Registered Nurses for assignments across multiple Ascension facilities including Ascension St. Vincent Jacksonville, Ascension Via Christi Hospital - Wichita, and Ascension Columbia St. Mary’s Ozaukee Campus.

Positions offer 36 to 48 hours per week with travel to Jacksonville, Wichita, or Mequon depending on need. Requirements include BLS within 30 days, RN license (compact or state), ACLS preferred, and a Diploma in Nursing.

Qualifications

• BLS certification required within 30 days of hire.
• Registered Nurse license required; travel assignment location-specific compact license accepted if applicable.
• ACLS required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care following established policies and protocols.
• Implement, monitor, and record patient care plans and conditions.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary care and carry out physician and nursing orders.
• Assess and manage patient discharge planning with the healthcare team.

Skills

BLS Certification

RN license

ACLS

Education

Nursing Diploma

Job description

Your future role at a glance

Location: Jacksonville, FL; Wichita, KS; Mequon, WI Local and national travel options are available depending on need.

Facility: Ascension St. Vincent Jacksonville; Ascension Via Christi Hospital - Wichita; Ascension Columbia St. Mary's Ozaukee Campus

Department: Associate Travel Program - Step Down

Schedule: Multiple Shifts Availabe | 36 to 48 hours per week

Gross Rate up to $3,763 per week

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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 97,000+ 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.

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 following established policies and protocols.
• Implement, monitor, and record patient care plans and conditions.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary care and carry out physician and nursing orders.
• Assess and manage patient discharge planning with the healthcare team.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

• 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. Must have compact RN license or state RN license relevant to travel assignment location prior to start of assignment.

Education

• Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing required.

Work Experience

• One year of RN experience in an acute care setting required.

What Additional Preferences We're Seeking

• ACLS required.

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.