Registered Nurse Director

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Your future role at a glance

Location: Wichita, KS

Facility: Ascension Via Christi St. Teresa and Ascension Via Christi Rehabilitation Hospital

Department: Nursing Administration

Schedule: Full-time

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 99,000+ 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
  
  

• Lead clinical excellence by overseeing patient assessments and care plans, ensuring every individual receives a personalized and high-quality healing experience.
• Cultivate a resilient nursing team through strategic hiring, mentorship, and continuous education initiatives that empower staff to practice at the top of their license.
• Translate organizational vision into action by developing departmental goals that meet the highest medical, legal, and ethical standards of modern healthcare.
• Champion operational stewardship by managing resources and budgets effectively, ensuring the frontline team has the tools and staffing they need to succeed.
• Uphold rigorous safety standards by directing internal and external audits to maintain a culture of constant readiness and clinical integrity.
  
  

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• Licensed Registered Nurse credentialed from the Kansas Board of Nursing required.
• BLS Provider credentialed from the American Heart Association (AHA) preferred.
  
  

• Bachelor's degree in nursing or diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing required.
• Master's degree or combination of Bachelor's degree and experience preferred.
  
  

• 5 years of experience required.
• 10 years of experience preferred.
• 2 years of leadership or management experience required.
• 5 years of leadership or management experience preferred.
  
  

• 5+ years leadership preferred
• Acute Care experience required
• Director experienced preferred
• Manager experience also accepted
  
  

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) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRightsSp6.12.pdf) poster.

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