Registered Nurse Manager Respiratory Stroke

Location: Wichita, KS | Facility: Via Christi, St. Francis | Specialty: Respiratory Stroke | Schedule: Day | Full-time

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 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

• Take full ownership of regulatory and accreditation standards, ensuring the unit consistently exceeds safety and quality benchmarks.
• Cultivate a high-performing team – from the initial interview to long-term career development; mentor, evaluate, and inspire a diverse staff to reach their full potential.
• Act as the primary "problem-solver," identifying and removing barriers that impact patient flow and care delivery.
• Design and implement the policies and procedures that define how care is delivered, ensuring every process is both lean and effective.
• Manage the unit’s financial health, overseeing budget compliance and expenditures with a strategic eye on sustainability.

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.

Preferences

• While the core schedule is Monday–Friday, 8am-5pm, there is a need for operational flexibility to meet the needs of the department.

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