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Registered Nurse Ortho Neuro

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Ascension

Wichita, Kansas

RN

Sign-on bonus

Posted Aug 30

Shift
Days
Unit
Ortho Neuro Surgical Trauma

What the listing says

Role

Schedule
Days
Term
Permanent
Setting
Hospital
Accepts
RN

Ratio not posted. Ask in the interview.

Pay

Sign-on bonus
$10,000

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About this role

Your future role at a glance

  • Location: Wichita, KS
  • Facility: Ascension Via Christi, St Francis
  • Specialty: Ortho Neuro Surgical Trauma

Schedule

Day shift | Full-time

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Sign-on bonus: Up to $10,000.00

#NextGenHealthcare

Via Christi associates are eligible for tuition discounts and priority placement in select healthcare programs through our academic partnership with Wichita State University.

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

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.

Benefits that help you thrive

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

How you’ll make an impact in this role

Lead the delivery of compassionate, direct nursing care by following evidence-based protocols to ensure every patient receives safe and exceptional treatment. Advocate for patient wellness by continuously monitoring conditions and communicating vital updates to the care team, ensuring no detail in their recovery is overlooked. Coordinate multidisciplinary care as the central point of contact between physicians and specialists, creating a seamless and unified healing environment. Drive successful patient transitions by proactively managing discharge planning, ensuring patients and their families are empowered and prepared for the next stage of their journey.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

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.

Education

Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing OR professional licensure at time of hire required.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

Fraud prevention notice

Prospective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers and interview requests. Scammers may use sophisticated tactics to impersonate Ascension employees. To ensure your safety, please remember: Ascension will never ask for payment or to provide banking or financial information as part of the job application or hiring process. Our legitimate email communications will always come from an @ascension.org email address; do not trust other domains, and an official offer will only be extended to candidates who have completed a job application through our authorized applicant tracking system.

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Requirements

  • RN
  • You’ll Need

Place

City
Wichita, Kansas
Median rent
$975/mo

rent and tenant-paid utilities · Census ACS 2024

Local household income
$64,620/yr

all local households, not nurse pay · Census ACS 2024

Metro price level
11% below the national average

Wichita area index 88.9, where 100 is the national average.

Wichita sits along the Arkansas River in south-central Kansas, offering a relaxed Midwestern pace with a strong healthcare presence. The city blends affordable suburban living with cultural amenities like the Delano District and Old Town. Nurses relocating here will find a welcoming community, manageable traffic, and a cost of living that typically stretches farther than larger metro areas.

Map showing the location of Wichita, KS
Approximate location in Wichita, KS. · © Mapbox © OpenStreetMap· Open the live map

Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 metro Regional Price Parities.

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Ascension is one of the nation's leading non-profit and Catholic health systems, with a Mission of delivering compassionate, personalized care to all, with special attention to those who are poor and vulnerable. The organization has a national presence with hospitals…

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