Medical/Surgical Registered Nurse
Wichita, Kansas
Via Christi Hospital Saint Francis

Job Opportunity: Travel RN Medical/Surgical

Location: Wichita, Kansas
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Position Overview

Seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) specializing in Medical/Surgical for a travel assignment.

Required Certifications & Licenses

• BLS (American Heart Association)
• Current nursing license with primary source verification within 30 days prior to assignment
• Nursys verification within 30 days prior to start
• Ascension-specific certifications and competencies including:

  • Ascension Color Vision Test (updated every 3 years)
  • Ascension Core Competencies (HIPAA, Joint Commission, OSHA topics; annual completion with minimum 80% score)
  • NIH Certification (Group A yearly, Groups B-F every 2 years)
  • Ascension EKG Exam (passing score of at least 80%)
  • MOAB Moderate Risk De-Escalation Training
  • Ascension Cerner Test-Out
• Driver’s License/State ID (must be valid and match address requirements)

Health & Immunization Requirements

• 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); declinations accepted with mask requirement
• Positive PPD or Negative Chest X-Ray and annual TB Questionnaire
• 2 Step PPD or IGRA test within required timeframes
• Varicella: Proof of immunity or two doses of vaccine (no declinations accepted)
• Tdap: Valid within 10 years (no declinations accepted)
• Fit Test: Required annually (preferred prior to start)
• Ascension 12 Panel Drug Screen: Completed within 30 days prior to start and updated annually

Onboarding & Compliance Requirements

• Ascension Onboarding Requirements Education Attestation
• Ascension Nursing Contract Worker Onboarding (completed onsite)
• Ascension Nova StatStrip training
• Health Statement or physical exam prior to first assignment, updated annually
• Criminal Background Check including Social Security Trace, OIG Search, National Sex Offender Registry (within 30 days prior to assignment)
• EPLS check within 90 days prior to start
• Verification of education relevant to clinical work (within 90 days prior to start)
• Employment verification for past 7 years
• Ascension Skills Checklist (clinical skills verification, updated annually)
• Ascension Profile and at least two professional references required for submission

Experience Requirements

• Specialty: RN Medical/Surgical
• Required years of experience: Not explicitly stated; assume minimum 2 years typical for specialty unless otherwise specified

Prior Travel Experience

• No explicit requirement for prior travel experience mentioned

Additional Notes

• Resume/profile and professional references must be submitted
• Various Ascension-specific checklists and attestations required for onboarding
• Some optional checklists may be requested by unit leadership after start

This position is ideal for experienced Medical/Surgical RNs seeking a travel assignment in Kansas with a well-established healthcare system.