Registered Nurse - Adult Behavioral Health

Company: Ascension
Location: Wichita
Posted on: March 6, 2026

Job Description:

Your future role at a glance Location: Wichita, KS Facility: Ascension Via Christi St Joseph Department/Speciality: Adult Psychiatry Nursing Unit - 6W Acute Schedule: Night-Shift | Full-Time Sign on Bonus: Up to $10,000 Via Christi associates are eligible for tuition discounts and priority placement in select healthcare programs through our academic partnership with Wichita State University. Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000 associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150 Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter. Benefits that help you thrive - Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options - Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance - Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays - Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning - Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources - Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits - Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more Benefit options and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours and location. Benefits are subject to change at any time. Your recruiter will provide the most up-to-date details during the hiring process. How you’ll make an impact in this role - Guide the recovery journey by performing comprehensive bio-psychosocial assessments that capture the full picture of a patient’s needs and strengths. - Lead therapeutic interventions by conducting or co-leading group therapy sessions, providing patients with the tools and community they need to heal. - Shape personalized care strategies by collaborating with the interdisciplinary treatment team to design and refine goals that reflect the patient’s evolving status. - Empower patient progress by implementing and adjusting nursing care plans in real-time, ensuring every intervention is purposeful and responsive to the patient’s unique challenges. What minimum requirements you’ll need Licensure / Certification / Registration: - BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted. - Licensed Registered Nurse credentialed from the Kansas Board of Nursing required. Education: - Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing OR professional licensure at time of hire required. What additional preferences we're seeking To ensure the safety of our patients and the excellence of our behavioral health programs, the following is a non-negotiable requirement: - Professional Licensure: Must hold a current, active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice. Equal employment opportunity employer Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster. Fraud prevention notice Prospective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers and interview requests. Scammers may use sophisticated tactics to impersonate Ascension employees. To ensure your safety, please remember: Ascension will never ask for payment or to provide banking or financial information as part of the job application or hiring process. Our legitimate email communications will always come from an @ascension.org email address; do not trust other domains, and an official offer will only be extended to candidates who have completed a job application through our authorized applicant tracking system. E-Verify statement Employer participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. Please click here for more information.

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