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Registered Nurse / RN NICU

Topeka, Kansas, United StatesPosted Oct 29, 2026

Job description

Overview

Join our team as a day shift, full-time, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)/Registered Nurse (RN) in Topeka, KS. 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.

Responsibilities

The Registered Nurse works under the direction of the Nurse Director/Manager and is responsible for coordination of safe patient care delivery for specified and diverse patient populations. The RN assesses patient/family needs, develops and prioritizes 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

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. P ost Surg ery requires oncology certification . All required certifications must be completed within the first year of employment.

Basic computer skills. 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). The Registered Nurse works under the direction of the Nurse Director/Manager and is responsible for coordination of safe patient care delivery for specified and diverse patient populations.

The RN assesses patient/family needs, develops and prioritizes 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. 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. P ost Surg ery requires oncology certification .

All required certifications must be completed within the first year of employment. Basic computer skills. 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).

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