Travel Behavioral Health RN
Wichita, KS
Host Healthcare
4x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: RN Behavioral Health (Travel)

Location: Wichita, Kansas
Specialty: RN Behavioral Health
Employment Type: Travel
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Work on a Behavioral Health Unit with med/surg level medical needs.
• Unit details: 12-bed unit, 1:6 nurse-to-patient ratio.
• Staffing: 2 nurses and 2 CNA assistive staff per shift.
• Electronic Health Record (EHR) system: Cerner.
• Dress code: Ceil blue scrubs.

Required Credentials and Compliance

Certifications & Licenses

• BLS (AHA required)
• Nursys verification within 30 days prior to start.
• Current nursing license with primary source verification within 30 days prior to start.
• CPI/MOAB High Risk Online Portion (Nonviolent Crisis Intervention or MOAB De-Escalation Course) completed prior to start.
• CPI/MOAB High Risk On-Site Portion completed at orientation (optional).
• Ascension Cerner Test-Out (testing checklist).
• Ascension Core Competencies (HIPAA, Joint Commission NPSG, OSHA topics) completed within a year of start, updated yearly.
• Ascension EKG Exam with passing score (80%) required.
• Ascension Skills Checklist (clinical skills) completed within one year of start, updated annually.

Personal Health History & Immunizations

• MMR: Proof of two vaccines or positive IGG titer; no declinations accepted.
• Hepatitis B: Vaccination series completion or signed declination.
• Influenza Vaccine: Required during flu season (Oct 1 - Mar 31); exemptions accepted with mask requirement.
• Positive PPD or IGRA: Must provide positive IGRA or PPD results, negative chest X-ray within a year, and annual TB questionnaire.
• 2 Step PPD or IGRA: Required within 30 days prior to start.
• Varicella: Proof of two vaccines, immunity, or history; no declinations accepted.
• Tdap: Valid within 10 years; no declinations accepted.
• Fit Test: Required annually; preferred prior to start.
• Health Statement: Statement of good health or physical exam prior to first assignment, updated annually.
• Ascension 12 Panel Drug Screen: Completed within 30 days prior to start, updated annually.

Professional Documentation

• Driver's License/State ID: Must be current and valid.
• Ascension Profile: Resume or professional profile.
• Ascension 2 Professional References: At least two professional references required.
• Ascension Criminal Background Check: Includes SSN trace, employment verification, OIG search, national sex offender check; updated annually.
• Ascension EPLS: Verification run within 90 days of start.
• Ascension Education Verification: Verification of education relevant to clinical work within 90 days of start.
• Ascension Confirmation of Assignment: Documentation of assignment dates.
• Ascension Employment Verification: Third-party employment verification for past seven years.
• Ascension Badge Photo: Forward-facing headshot with white or blue background, no alterations.
• Ascension Onboarding Requirements Education Attestation: Completion of required onboarding education.
• Ascension Nursing Contract Worker Onboarding: Completed onsite.

Additional Notes

• Nursys and license verifications require completion of FACIS Questionnaire if any disciplinary actions exist.
• Some checklists and attestations must be uploaded by the agency or unit leader.
• TB questionnaire must be updated annually.
• Flu vaccine exemptions require mask wearing at all times.
• CPI/MOAB training includes an online portion (required) and an on-site portion (optional).
• Drug screen must cover all 12 specified substances with MRO review if applicable.
• Background checks and verifications must be current and updated as required.

This position is ideal for RNs with behavioral health experience who are comfortable working in a med/surg level behavioral health unit and meeting comprehensive credentialing and compliance requirements.