Registered Nurse Manager ED

Location: Wichita, KS | Facility: Via Christi West Kellogg Freestanding ED | Department: Emergency | Schedule: Day, Full-time, Monday - Friday

About the role

Via Christi associates are eligible for tuition discounts and priority placement in select healthcare programs through our academic partnership with Wichita State University. Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 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 and empower the unit team by directing daily workflows, mentoring and developing staff, and fostering a collaborative environment that elevates patient care standards.
• Optimize patient care delivery by proactively resolving unit-level operational challenges to ensure every patient receives safe, seamless, and high-quality treatment.
• Drive operational excellence and compliance through the development and implementation of unit policies that maintain strict adherence to regulatory and accreditation standards.
• Manage unit resources and budgets strategically to ensure the clinical team has the staffing, equipment, and support required to deliver exceptional healthcare efficiently.

Requirements

• 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.
• Required professional licensure/certification AND 3 years of experience and 1 year of cumulative leadership experience required.

Qualifications

Preferred: 2+ years of ED experience

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
• Time to recharge: 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 and 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