TravelNurseSource is working with Concentric Healthcare Staffing to find a qualified Med/Surg RN in Topeka, Kansas, 66604!
Job Title
RN – Acute Care / Medical Surgical (Admissions Pending Unit)
Location
Topeka, KS | Acute Care
Schedule / Job Type
Contract | 26 Weeks | Days | 36 hrs/week | 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM | Onsite
Key Responsibilities
- Initiate admission orders for patients entering the Admissions Pending Unit (APU), targeting a length of stay of 4 hours or less
- Complete the admission navigator and document the initial admission assessment in a timely and accurate manner
- Manage cardiac and anticoagulant drips (e.g., Cardizem, Heparin) as part of patient care
- Work independently with minimal oversight in a fast-paced, high-volume acute care environment
- Support rapid patient throughput and progression through the admission process
- Float to other units as required; holiday availability required as needed
Required Qualifications
- Active Kansas state license or multistate compact RN license — no pending licenses accepted; no exceptions
- BLS certification through AHA required
- ACLS certification through AHA required
- All required licensure and certifications must be submitted at time of application — no pending credentials will be accepted
- No disciplinary actions or hits on license — no exceptions
- No first-time travelers; prior travel nursing experience required
Preferred Experience / Skills
- Experience working in a short-term acute care or high-acuity environment managing a wide variety of patient diagnoses
- Proficiency with Epic EMR
- Strong time management, clinical judgment, and ability to adapt quickly in a dynamic, high-volume setting
- Experience managing cardiac and anticoagulant drips
Why Join Us
- Opportunity to work at an award-winning Level II Trauma Center in a specialized unit focused on rapid, high-impact patient care
- Ideal for experienced nurses who thrive in fast-paced environments and enjoy supporting efficient patient progression through the admission process