Medical/Surgical RN
Wichita, Kansas
KSWIC Via Christi Hospitals Wichita

Job Opportunity: RN Medical/Surgical (Travel)

Location: Wichita, Kansas
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

• Schedule: Every other weekend, no call
• EHR System: Cerner OneChart
• Dress Code: Ceil blue scrubs
• May be required to float to similar assignments

Required Qualifications

Licensure

• Current RN license in good standing for Kansas
• Nursys verification within 30 days prior to start
• License and primary source verification within 30 days prior to start

Certifications

• BLS (American Heart Association) required
• MOAB Moderate Risk De-Escalation Training
• NIH Certification (updated every 2 years)
• Ascension Core Competencies (HIPAA, Joint Commission, NPSG, OSHA topics) with minimum 80% passing score
• Ascension EKG Exam with minimum 80% passing score

Health & 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
• Varicella: Proof of immunity or two doses of vaccine (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
• Fit Test: Required annually (preferred prior to start)
• 2 Step PPD or IGRA within 90 days of start
• Ascension 12 Panel Drug Screen within 30 days prior to start and annually thereafter

Onboarding & Compliance

• Ascension Color Vision test (updated every 3 years)
• Ascension Unit Specific Checklist (optional for onboarding)
• Ascension Onboarding Requirements Education Attestation
• Ascension Nursing Contract Worker Onboarding (onsite)
• Ascension Nova StatStrip training
• Ascension Cerner Test-Out
• Ascension Skills Checklist (clinical, updated annually)
• Criminal Background Check including Social Security Trace, OIG Search, National Sex Offender, and others within 30 days prior to start and annually thereafter
• EPLS check within 90 days prior to start and if break in service > 90 days
• Education Verification within 90 days prior to start
• Employment Verification for past 7 years, updated annually
• Driver’s License/State ID matching home state for compact license holders

Documentation

• Health Statement or physical exam prior to first assignment, updated annually
• Resume/Profile submission required
• At least two professional references prior to first assignment
• Confirmation of Assignment documentation upon initial assignment and updates with extensions
• Ascension Badge Photo (white or blue background, no alterations)

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

• Floating to other similar assignments may be necessary
• No call required
• Must complete all required certifications and onboarding prior to start or as specified

This position is ideal for a registered nurse with medical/surgical experience seeking a travel assignment in Kansas with a reputable healthcare system.