Emergency Department RN
Wichita, Kansas
KSWIC Ascension Via Christi Hospitals Wichita

Job Opportunity: RN Emergency Room

Location: Wichita, Kansas
Employment Type: Long-Term Assignment (LTA)
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

Provide nursing care in the Emergency Department setting.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Kansas
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) / Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as an RN in the Emergency Department (ED), with at least some experience within the last year
• BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association

Onboarding and Compliance Requirements

• Completion of specialty competency exams and skills checklists demonstrating competency in Emergency Nursing, including:

  • Specialty exam with minimum 80% passing score, updated every 3 years
  • Core competencies including HIPAA, Joint Commission, OSHA topics, updated every 3 years
  • EKG exam with passing score of at least 80%, updated every 3 years
• Health and immunization requirements:

  • MMR: Proof of two vaccines or positive titer; no declinations accepted
  • Varicella: Proof of immunity or two vaccines; no declinations accepted
  • Tdap: Valid within 10 years; no declinations accepted
  • Influenza vaccine during flu season (Oct 1 - Mar 31); exemptions accepted with mask requirement
  • Hepatitis B vaccination series completion or signed declination
  • Tuberculosis screening: 2-step PPD or IGRA testing, chest x-ray if positive, annual TB questionnaire
  • Fit test for respiratory protection, updated annually
  • Health statement or physical exam prior to assignment and updated annually
• Drug screening: 12-panel drug screen within 30 days prior to start and annually thereafter
• Background and verification checks:

  • Criminal background check including Social Security Trace, OIG Search, National Sex Offender Registry, and others within 30 days prior to start and annually thereafter
  • Employment and education verifications within 90 days prior to start and updated annually
• Professional documentation:

  • Resume/Profile submission required
  • At least two professional references required
  • Driver’s license or state ID (valid, matching address requirements)
• Onboarding training and attestations including:

  • Assignment agreement signed prior to or at onboarding
  • Completion of onboarding education modules and attestations
  • Completion of unit-specific checklists (optional)
  • Badge photo submission (headshot with white or blue background, no alterations)

Additional Notes

• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required.
• All certifications must be current and from recognized organizations (e.g., American Heart Association).
• Compliance with all testing, immunization, and background requirements is mandatory prior to assignment start.
• Contract length is approximately 13 weeks.

This position is ideal for experienced Emergency Room Registered Nurses seeking a long-term travel assignment in Wichita, Kansas.