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Registered Nurse Clinical Lead Specialist

Ascension

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Derby, KS · Posted November 4, 2026

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About the job

Location: Wichita, KS

Facility: Via Christi, St Peters

Specialty: Critical Care ICU

Schedule: Days l Full-Time

Via Christi associates are eligible for tuition discounts and priority placement in select healthcare programs through our academic partnership with Wichita State University.

Lead shift operations and team coordination to foster a safe, supportive clinical environment where patient needs are met with consistency and compassion.

Design balanced patient care assignments by assessing daily acuity and staffing, ensuring every patient receives population-appropriate care while meeting quality and productivity goals.

Equip and advocate for your unit by proactively securing essential supplies, clinical resources, and materials so nurses and support associates can deliver uninterrupted care.

Resolve patient and family concerns in real time, serving as a trusted point of contact to ensure care experiences remain transparent, respectful, and high quality.

Develop and mentor nursing talent by providing input into hiring, shift education, and evaluations to help team members grow their clinical skills and thrive.

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.

Advanced Life Support obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

Education:

Required professional licensure/certification AND 1 year of cumulative job specific experience required.

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.

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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.

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