Registered Nurse / RN OR

University of Kansas Health System Topeka, KS 66606, US

Overview

Join our team as a day shift, full-time, Surgery (OR) Registered Nurse in Topeka, Kansas.

Why Join Us?

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better

Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
People-First: We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.

Get to Know Your Team:

The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus, a part of a rich legacy of compassionate care since 1909, now offers 378 licensed beds, a history of innovation, and strong community support.

Responsibilities

The Registered Nurse functions under the direction of the Nurse Director/Manager and is responsible for the coordination of safe patient care delivery for specified and diverse patient populations.
The RN assesses patient/family needs, develops and prioritizes patient goals, evaluates care delivery, and continually revises the plan of care to meet the biological, emotional, psychosocial, spiritual, developmental, and educational needs of the patient/family.
The RN Delegates care as appropriate to optimize patient outcomes.
The RN adheres to the Kansas Nurse Practice Act.

Qualifications

Job Requirements:

Current Kansas RN Licensure.
BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.
Telemetry, ICU, and PCU need ACLS, and Post-Surg needs Chemo. Completed within the first year of employment
2-Year Degree
Specific Certifications are required within one year of hire

Preferred Job Requirements:

4-Year Degree
At least one year of recent experience in a similar healthcare setting.
Familiar with Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel).

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