Registered Nurse Cardiothoracic ICU

Location: Wichita, KS | Facility: Via Christi St Francis | Specialty: Cardiothoracic ICU

Schedule

• Weekends: Friday - Sunday, 7:00pm - 7:00am
• Full-time with rotating holidays

Pay

Sign-on bonus: Up to $7,500

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development, and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling, peer support, spiritual care, and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance, and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings, and more
• Tuition discounts and priority placement in select healthcare programs through an academic partnership with Wichita State University

About the role

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care, and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of compassionate, evidence-based nursing care, ensuring every clinical action aligns with the highest safety and quality standards for our patients.
• Advocate for your patients by monitoring and communicating real-time health changes, ensuring the care team stays agile and responsive to their evolving needs.
• Orchestrate multidisciplinary care as the primary coordinator, bridging the gap between different specialties to create a seamless, holistic healing experience.
• Empower patients and their families by managing the discharge planning process, ensuring they have the resources and clarity needed for a safe and confident transition home.

Requirements

• Licensure / Certification / Registration:
  • BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
  • Licensed Registered Nurse credentialed from the Kansas Board of Nursing required.
  • Advanced Life Support obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Education: Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing OR professional licensure at time of hire required.