Registered Nurse Surgical ICU
About The Position
Your future role at a glance Location: Wichita, KS Facility: Via Christi St Francis Department/Specialty: Surgical ICU Schedule: Night Shift l Full time l 3 shifts per week 7:00pm-7:00am Sign-on bonus: Up to $10,000 Via Christi associates are eligible for tuition discounts and priority placement in select healthcare programs through our academic partnership with Wichita State University. 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 99,000+ 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 Benefit options and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours and location. Benefits are subject to change at any time. Your recruiter will provide the most up-to-date details during the hiring process. How you’ll make an impact in this role Coordinate holistic patient care by acting as the primary link between all clinical disciplines, ensuring every member of the healthcare team is aligned on the treatment path. Execute physician and nursing orders with precision to provide high-quality, direct clinical care that meets the highest standards of safety and excellence. Monitor and advocate for your patients by identifying subtle shifts in their condition and communicating vital updates to the team to ensure proactive intervention. Navigate the discharge planning process in collaboration with the healthcare team to ensure patients and their families have a seamless, supported transition from hospital to home.
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.
- Advanced Life Support obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
- Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing OR professional licensure at time of hire required.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate holistic patient care by acting as the primary link between all clinical disciplines, ensuring every member of the healthcare team is aligned on the treatment path.
- Execute physician and nursing orders with precision to provide high-quality, direct clinical care that meets the highest standards of safety and excellence.
- Monitor and advocate for your patients by identifying subtle shifts in their condition and communicating vital updates to the team to ensure proactive intervention.
- Navigate the discharge planning process in collaboration with the healthcare team to ensure patients and their families have a seamless, supported transition from hospital to home.
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: 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
