Transport Registered Nurse
Ascension
Wichita, KS

RN Registered Nurse - Transport

Details

• Department: Ground Transport
• Schedule: Full Time, 36 hrs, Rotating Shift, 7A-7P or 7P-7A, Mostly Nights but could be some Days based on Need, and Rotating Weekends and Holidays
• Hospital: Ascension Via Christi St Francis
• Location: Wichita, KS

Via Christi associates are eligible for tuition discounts and priority placement in select healthcare programs through our academic partnership with Wichita State University.

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

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.

Responsibilities

Provide high quality patient care in conjunction with fellow team members during transport between
facilities.

• Perform assessment and stabilization of patients as well as any necessary diagnostic and therapeutic interventions.
• Assure quality of care by adhering to therapeutic standards; making or recommending necessary
  adjustments by collaborating with team members and multidisciplinary members.
• Participate in decision-making and partners with the multidisciplinary team to enhance operational
  efficiency.
• Complete all appropriate medical documentation.
• May be required to drive an ambulance to transport patients and/or supplies.

Requirements

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• 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.
• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Certification specializing in Neonatal Resuscitation credentialed from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date required.
• Pediatric 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.
• Licensed Registered Nurse credentialed from the Kansas Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
• Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) Certification obtained within six months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date required.
• Certification specializing in ER Vehicle Operation preferred.
• Drivers License preferred.
• Emergency Medical Tech credentialed from the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) preferred.
• Paramedic preferred.
• Certified Prehospital Trauma Life Spprt preferred.

Education:

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

Additional Preferences

2 years ICU and/or ED experience

EMS background as paramedic preferred.

Transport within AVC locations - Operating motor vehicle not required

Why Join Our Team

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.

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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.

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