Behavioral Health RN
Wichita, KS
Access Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Opportunity: RN Behavioral Health

Location: Wichita, Kansas
Employment Type: Long-Term Assignment (13 weeks)
Shift: 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM (Night Shift)
Schedule: Every other weekend, no call required
Electronic Health Record (EHR) System: Cerner OneChart
Uniform: Blue scrubs

Job Description

Registered Nurse specializing in Behavioral Health providing patient care during night shifts.

Required Qualifications

• License: Current RN license verified through Nursys within 30 days prior to start.
• Experience: (Not explicitly stated; assume standard RN Behavioral Health experience expected.)
• Certifications:

  • BLS (American Heart Association) required prior to start.
  • CPI/MOAB High Risk Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (online portion completed before start; on-site portion at orientation).
• Testing & Competencies:

  • Cerner test-out assessment and training checklist with signed attestation required before onboarding.
  • Ascension Core Competencies (HIPAA, Joint Commission, NPSG, OSHA) with minimum 80% passing score, updated every 3 years.
  • Ascension EKG Exam with minimum 80% passing score, updated every 3 years.
  • Ascension Skills Checklist for specialty, completed within one year of start and updated annually.

Health and Safety Requirements

• Immunizations and Health Screenings:

  • MMR: Proof of two vaccines or positive IGG titer; no declinations accepted.
  • Varicella: Proof of two vaccines, immunity, or history verified by healthcare provider; no declinations accepted.
  • Tdap: Valid within 10 years; no declinations accepted.
  • Hepatitis B: Documentation of vaccination series completion or signed declination.
  • Influenza Vaccine: Optional; if declined during flu season, mask wearing required.
• Tuberculosis Screening:

  • 2-Step PPD or Negative IGRA within required timeframes.
  • If positive, must provide negative chest X-ray within one year and complete annual TB questionnaire.
• Fit Test: Required for all travelers; preferred before start, can be completed onsite.
• Drug Screening: 12-panel drug screen within 30 days prior to start and annually thereafter.
• Health Statement: Statement of good health or completed physical exam prior to first assignment, updated annually.
• Color Vision Test: Completed prior to start and updated every 3 years.

Documentation and Onboarding Requirements

• Professional Documents:

  • Resume/Profile required for submission.
  • At least two professional references required prior to first assignment.
  • Criminal background check including Social Security Trace, OIG Search, National Sex Offender Registry, and others completed within 90 days prior to start and updated annually.
  • Employment verification for past seven years, updated annually.
  • Education verification relevant to clinical work within 90 days prior to start.
  • Signed assignment agreement required for onboarding.
• Additional Onboarding:

  • Completion of onboarding education attestation and nursing contract worker onboarding onsite.
  • Ascension Nova StatStrip pre-hire modules required prior to clearance.
  • Ascension Badge Photo (forward-facing headshot with white or blue background, no alterations).
  • Driver’s license or state ID must be current and match address on file.
  • Confirmation of assignment documentation upon initial assignment and each extension.

Additional Notes

• Optional unit-specific checklist may be required by unit leader within one week of start.
• On-site portion of CPI/MOAB High Risk training completed at orientation.
• Flu season runs October 1 through March 31; mask required if vaccine declined.

This position offers a structured night shift schedule with no call responsibilities, supporting a focused work-life balance for behavioral health nursing professionals.