Medical/Surgical Registered Nurse
Wichita, Kansas
KSWIC Ascension Via Christi Hospitals Wichita

Registered Nurse (RN) Medical/Surgical

Location: Wichita, Kansas
Employment Type: Long-Term Assignment (LTA)
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM

Job Description

• Provide nursing care on a medical/surgical unit.
• Work the night shift (7 PM to 7:30 AM).

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in Kansas.
• Minimum of 2 years of medical/surgical nursing experience, with at least some experience within the last year.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA).
• MOAB Moderate Risk certification.
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification.
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN).
• Valid driver’s license.

Health and Safety Requirements

• Up-to-date immunizations and health screenings including:

  • MMR: Proof of two vaccines or positive immunity titer; no declinations accepted.
  • Varicella: Proof of two vaccines, immunity, or verified history; no declinations accepted.
  • Tdap: Valid within 10 years; no declinations accepted.
  • Hepatitis B: Vaccination series completion or signed declination.
  • Influenza vaccine recommended during flu season (Oct 1 – Mar 31); declinations accepted with mask requirement.
• Tuberculosis screening:

  • 2-step PPD or IGRA within required timeframes.
  • If positive, negative chest X-ray within one year and annual TB questionnaire.
• Fit test for respiratory protection, preferably completed prior to start.
• Annual 12-panel drug screen within 30 days prior to start and updated annually.

Additional Requirements

• Completion of a statement of good health or physical exam prior to first assignment, updated annually.
• Color vision test completed prior to start and updated every 3 years.
• Badge photo: Forward-facing headshot with white or blue background, no alterations.
• Skills checklist for specialty completed within one year of start and updated annually.
• Signed assignment agreement and confirmation of assignment documentation required.

Notes

• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required.
• All required documents and verifications must be submitted and/or completed according to specified timelines to ensure onboarding and clearance.
• Optional onboarding items include unit-specific checklists and post-assignment evaluations.

This position is ideal for an RN with medical/surgical experience seeking a night shift long-term assignment in Wichita, Kansas, who can meet comprehensive credentialing and health requirements.