Charge Registered Nurse / RN Post Surgical Med Surg
Company: ARDENT
Location: Topeka
Posted on: February 13, 2026
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Job Description:
Join our team as a night shift, full-time, Post Surgical Medical
Surgical Charge Registered Nurse in Topeka Kansas. Why Join Us?
Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better
Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities,
tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness,
education, and financial well-being. People-First: We prioritize
your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits,
and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared
for. Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support
our team and enhance patient care. Get to Know Your Team: The
University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus, a part of a
rich legacy of compassionate care since 1909, now offers 378
licensed beds, a history of innovation, and strong community
support. Learn About A Day in the Life of a Med-Surg RN:
Responsibilities Under the direction of the Nurse Manager, is
responsible for the overall shift management and monitoring of the
quality of care for his/her designated area. The Charge RN serves
as a liaison to keep the Nurse Manager and House Supervisor
apprised of major occurrences and needs of the unit. Provides first
level supervision, makes patient assignment every shift and
provides clinical support to nursing personnel (e.g. assuming
patient load, assisting with admissions/procedures, etc.) and
problem identification/solving of patient care issues. The Charge
Nurse assists in mentoring of new associates, academic partners and
participates in annual performance review process. Performs other
duties as assigned. The RN assesses patient/family needs, develops
and priorities patient goals, evaluates care delivery, and
continually revises the plan of care to meet the biological,
emotional, psychosocial, spiritual, developmental, and educational
needs of the patient/family. The RN delegates care as appropriate
to optimize patient outcomes. The RN adheres to the Kansas Nurse
Practice Act. Qualifications Job Requirements: 2-year degree
Current Kansas RN licensure. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role
and prior to providing direct patient care. Advanced Cardiovascular
Life Support (ACLS) certification - unit specific. Preferred Job
Requirements: 4-year degree Preference given to RNs with experience
in a similar healthcare setting We are an Equal Opportunity
Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant
for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin,
religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran,
and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local
protected class.
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