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Med Surg

Wichita, KS

Medical-Surgical / Observation RN — Wichita, KS

Contract: 13–16 weeks | Start Date: October 18, 2026

Shift: 4 x 12 Nights | 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM

Guaranteed Hours: 48 per week

About the Unit

This general medical-surgical and observation unit manages a diverse adult patient population across a broad range of acuities. Nurses here provide care for patients requiring close monitoring and short-stay observation alongside traditional med-surg admissions. The position is filling a vacant permanent need, reflecting consistent unit demand.

What You'll Do

  • Deliver direct patient care across general med-surg and observation populations
  • Perform and interpret EKGs as part of routine monitoring
  • Utilize point-of-care glucose testing
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to manage patient transitions and discharges

Requirements

  • Active RN license (Kansas or applicable compact)
  • Nursys license verification
  • Skills checklist and 2 professional references required at submission
  • EKG competency exam required prior to start

Onboarding Includes

  • Core competency testing
  • Point-of-care glucose testing validation
  • Drug screen (11 & 12 panel)
  • Immunizations: MMR, Hepatitis B, Varicella, Tdap, Influenza
  • TB screening: 2-step PPD or IGRA (Quantiferon/T-spot)
  • Respiratory fit test
  • Criminal background check and employment/education verification

Scrub Color: Not specified — confirm at offer

A solid fit for experienced med-surg nurses comfortable with high patient volume and observation care in a fast-paced night-shift environment.