```htmlJob Opportunity – Registered Nurse (Medical Surgical) – Kansas
Start Date: October 5, 2026 (additional orientation dates available bi-weekly)
Location: Topeka, Kansas
Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants
Schedule: 12-hour shifts, 36 hours guaranteed per week, every other weekend rotation
Highlights:
- 32-bed general medical inpatient unit caring for a diverse patient population including respiratory, gastrointestinal, neurological, musculoskeletal conditions, dialysis (hemo and peritoneal), sepsis, and various infections
- Nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:6
- Epic charting system with test-out option available
- 26-51 week contract preferred (longer contracts receive priority; 13-week assignments considered case-by-case)
- Magnet-designated, 586-bed tertiary care facility committed to High Reliability Organization culture
- Holiday policy: 1 requested holiday off, 2 federal holidays per year, plus spring and winter non-essential holidays
Requirements:
- Kansas or multistate compact RN license required (no hits allowed)
- AHA BLS certification required at time of submission
- ADN or BSN degree
- Minimum 1 year of acute care medical/surgical experience
- No first-time travelers
- Vaccination requirements: Immunity status or proof of vaccination for Hepatitis B, MMR, Varicella, TDaP; Influenza vaccine or exemption during flu season; TB documentation
- Flexibility to float to other post-surgical and medical surgical inpatient floors
Why It's a Great Opportunity:
Join a nonprofit integrated health system recognized nationally for nursing excellence and dedicated to compassionate, patient-centered care. This facility prioritizes clinical expertise, collaborative teamwork, and a culture of safety and continuous improvement, offering registered nurses the opportunity to advance their professional growth while making a meaningful impact on community health outcomes.
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