Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit
Wichita, Kansas
KSWIC Via Christi Hospitals Wichita

Job Opportunity: RN ICU - Travel Position

Location: Wichita, Kansas
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Work Schedule

• Every other weekend
• No call

Electronic Health Record (EHR) System

• OneChart

Required Qualifications

• Current RN license in Kansas (Nursys verification within 30 days prior to start)
• BLS (American Heart Association)
• ACLS (American Heart Association)
• Minimum years of experience: Not explicitly stated; assume standard ICU RN experience expected
• Specialty competency exams and certifications:

  • Ascension Specialty Exam (minimum 80% passing score, updated every 3 years)
  • Ascension Core Competencies (HIPAA, Joint Commission, NPSG, OSHA topics; minimum 80% passing score, updated every 3 years)
  • Ascension EKG Exam (minimum 80% passing score, updated every 3 years)
  • NIH Certification (updated yearly or every 2 years depending on group)
• CPI/MOAB High Risk Online Portion (Nonviolent Crisis Intervention or MOAB De-Escalation Course) prior to start; on-site portion completed at orientation
• Fit Test (annual requirement, preferred prior to start)
• Health and immunization requirements:

  • MMR: Proof of two vaccines or positive titer; no declinations accepted
  • Hepatitis B: Vaccination series completion or signed declination
  • Influenza Vaccine: Required during flu season (Oct 1 - Mar 31); exemptions require mask wearing
  • Varicella: Proof of immunity or two vaccines; no declinations accepted
  • Tdap: Valid within 10 years; no declinations accepted
  • TB Screening: Positive IGRA or PPD results, negative chest X-ray within 1 year, and annual TB questionnaire
  • 2 Step PPD or IGRA within specified timeframes prior to start
• Drug Screening: 12 panel urine drug screen within 30 days prior to start, updated annually
• Background and verification checks:

  • Criminal background check including Social Security Trace, OIG Search, National Sex Offender, and others within 30 days prior to start
  • Employment verification for past 7 years
  • Education verification within 90 days prior to start
  • EPLS check within 90 days prior to start
• Other onboarding requirements:

  • Ascension Profile (resume or professional profile)
  • Ascension 2 Professional References (at least two)
  • Ascension Skills Checklist (clinical, updated annually)
  • Health Statement or physical exam prior to first assignment, updated annually
  • Driver’s License/State ID (must be current and valid)
  • Ascension Confirmation of Assignment (provided by agency)
  • Ascension Nursing Contract Worker Onboarding and related education attestations

Additional Information

• Blue scrubs required
• No prior travel experience explicitly required

This position is ideal for experienced ICU RNs seeking a travel assignment in Kansas with a reputable healthcare system. The role requires comprehensive credentialing and compliance with multiple certifications and health requirements to ensure patient safety and quality care.