Licensed Practical Nurse Stepdown Intermediate at Ascension

Wichita, Kansas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

25 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

27 Jun, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Patient Assessment, Medication Administration, Clinical Intuition, Patient Advocacy, Patient Education, Diagnostic Support, Therapeutic Services, IV Therapy

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Your future role at a glance Location: Wichita, KS Facility: Via Christi St. Francis Specialty: General Surgery and Trauma Acute Care Schedule: Days | Full-time #NextGenHealthcare Via Christi associates are eligible for tuition discounts and priority placement in select healthcare programs through our academic partnership with Wichita State University. How you'll make an impact in this role Clinical Excellence: Take a lead role in comprehensive patient assessments, utilizing your sharp clinical intuition to monitor well-being and proactively manage patient outcomes. Precision Care: Safely administer medications and treatments, maintaining a vigilant eye for adverse reactions to ensure the highest standards of patient safety. Diagnostic & Therapeutic Support: Execute vital laboratory tests and therapeutic services that form the backbone of our diagnostic process. Patient Advocacy & Education: Empower patients and their families by demystifying complex treatment plans. You will serve as the essential link to their recovery, providing the clear guidance and resources they need for a confident transition to self-care and long-term wellness. What minimum qualifications 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 Practical/Vocational Nurse credentialed from the Kansas Board of Nursing required. Education: High School diploma equivalency or 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required. Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable. What additional requirements you'll need IV Certification: You must possess a current IV Certification at the time of hire to perform essential functions. 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. Equal employment opportunity employer 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. E-Verify statement Employer participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. Please click here for more information. Benefits Paid time off (PTO)Various health insurance options & wellness plansRetirement benefits including employer match plansLong-term & short-term disabilityEmployee assistance programs (EAP)Parental leave & adoption assistanceTuition reimbursementWays to give back to your community Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance, location and salary range at the time of the offer.

Responsibilities

The LPN will lead comprehensive patient assessments and safely administer medications and treatments in a General Surgery and Trauma Acute Care setting. They are also responsible for executing diagnostic tests and educating patients and families on treatment plans to ensure a safe transition to self-care.