Registered Nurse Trauma Program Specialist

Your Future Role At A Glance

Location: Wichita, KS

Facility: Via Christi St Francis

Specialty: Trauma Services

Schedule: Night Shift l Full-time l 3 shifts per week 7:00pm-7:00am

Sign-on bonus: Up to $12,500

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 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

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.

How You'll Make An Impact In This Role

• Lead the multidisciplinary trauma team as the clinical expert to ensure every patient receives immediate, life-saving interventions from arrival to final disposition.
• Coordinate seamless communication between emergency responders and hospital specialists to prepare the team for the patient's specific needs before they even through the door.
• Direct all bedside care and clinical protocols to guarantee that every injured patient receives a standardized, high-quality evaluation that meets rigorous safety guidelines.
• Advocate for the patient's physical and emotional well-being, serving as the primary link between the medical staff and the individual to ensure their needs are prioritized during a crisis.
• Manage the constant readiness of the trauma environment by overseeing equipment and supplies so the team can perform life-saving procedures without delay at any hour.

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.
• Advanced Life Support obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) Certification obtained within six months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date required.

Education:

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

What Additional Preferences We're Seeking

• Trauma ICU Expertise: A minimum of 1 year of recent, hands-on experience in a dedicated Trauma Intensive Care Unit.
• Leadership Foundation: At least 1 year of experience serving in a Charge Nurse capacity, demonstrating the ability to manage unit flow and mentor staff.