
Nurse Intern - Adolescent Psychiatry in Wichita, KS
Job Description
Details
• Department: Adolescent Psychiatry Unit
• Schedule: PRN Nights 7 p.m. - 7a.m. with weekends and holidays
• Hospital: Ascension Via Christi St. Joseph
• Location: Wichita, KS
Via Christi associates are eligible for tuition discounts and priority placement in select healthcare programs through our academic partnership with Wichita State University.
Benefits
• Retirement: 403(b) plan
• Well-being support: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
Benefit options and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours and location. Benefits are subject to change at any time. Your recruiter will provide the most up-to-date details during the hiring process.
Responsibilities
Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN), provide direct nursing care in accordance with established policies, procedures and protocols of the healthcare organization.
• Complete assigned nursing orders as directed by preceptor, including assisting patient with activities of daily living and taking vital signs.
• Observe patient status and responses. Document and report observations to preceptor or other appropriate staff.
• Assist preceptor with development of care plan by reporting test results and patient observations.
• Perform other tasks as assigned, including environmental services and preparing/transporting patients for diagnostic services.
Requirements
Licensure / Certification / Registration:
• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
Education:
• High school diploma/GED required. Must be accepted or enrolled into a Nursing program upon date of hire/transfer and begin classes within 90 days of date of hire/transfer.
Additional Preferences
• Must currently be enrolled in a RN nursing program - BSN or ADN
Why Join Our Team
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.
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.
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Job Details
Medical Speciality
Psychiatry
Employment Type
ContractTenured
Required License
Student Nurse
Work Setting
Hospital
About Ascension
Ascension Michigan, formerly St. John Providence, is part of Ascension, a faith-based healthcare organization dedicated to delivering compassionate care. As a leading non-profit and Catholic health system, Ascension provides personalized care to all, with a focus on the vulnerable and those living in poverty. With a presence in 21 states, Ascension operates over 2,600 care sites, including 151 hospitals, and employs around 156,000 associates. The organization is committed to transformation through innovation, providing nearly $2 billion in community benefits and care for the poor.