Charge Registered Nurse / RN Telemetry
Company: ARDENT
Location: Topeka
Posted on: February 14, 2026
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Job Description:
Join our team as a day shift, full-time, Telemetry Intermediate
Care Stepdown (IMC), Charge Registered Nurse in Topeka, Kansas.
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. 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: Associate’s degree
in nursing Current Kansas RN Licensure. BLS certification must be
obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior
to providing direct patient care Tele, ICU, and PCU require ACLS
Post-surgery requires oncology certification. All required
certifications must be completed within the first year of
employment Preferred Job Requirements: At least one year of recent
experience in a similar healthcare setting. Bachelor’s degree in
nursing Familiar with Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel) 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.
Keywords: ARDENT, Topeka , Charge Registered Nurse / RN Telemetry, Healthcare , Topeka, Kansas
