Registered Nurse Adult Behavioral Health

Ascension • Wichita, KS

6d • Onsite

About The Position

This role is for a Registered Nurse in the Adult Psychiatry Nursing Unit at Ascension Via Christi St Joseph in Wichita, KS. The position is part-time, working the night shift. Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system committed to reimagining healthcare. They are recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, offering an inclusive and supportive environment.

Requirements

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Licensed Registered Nurse credentialed from the Kansas Board of Nursing required.
• Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing OR professional licensure at time of hire required.

Responsibilities

• Direct holistic patient recovery by performing comprehensive bio-psychosocial assessments that capture the full picture of a patient's physical and mental well-being.
• Design individualized care pathways by developing and evolving nursing plans that align with the broader treatment team’s goals to ensure every patient has a clear road to stability.
• Facilitate therapeutic breakthroughs by leading group therapy sessions and implementing evidence-based interventions that empower patients to develop healthy coping mechanisms.
• Advocate as a clinical expert within multidisciplinary team conferences, ensuring that nursing insights directly influence the evolution of the patient’s treatment and safety.
• Monitor and pivot care strategies by continuously evaluating patient responses to treatment, allowing for real-time adjustments that reflect the patient’s current status and needs.

Benefits

• 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: 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree