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Ascension·Wichita, Kansas
Licensed Practical Nurse Stepdown Intermediate
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Perform comprehensive patient assessments and safely administer medications and treatments in a general surgery and trauma acute care setting. Act as a patient advocate by educating families on treatment plans to ensure a confident transition to self-care.
High School diploma equivalency or 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.
What additional requirements you'll need
IV
Certification: You must possess a current IV Certification at the time of hire to perform essential functions.
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 97,000+ 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. Equal employment opportunity employer 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.
Paid time off (PTO)Various health insurance options & wellness plansRetirement benefits including employer match plansLong-term & short-term disabilityEmployee assistance programs (EAP)Parental leave & adoption assistanceTuition reimbursementWays to give back to your community Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance, location and salary range at the time of the offer.
Requires a valid Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse credential from the Kansas Board of Nursing and BLS Provider certification. A high school diploma or equivalent is required, and IV Certification is preferred at the time of hire.
Market context
In Kansas, Licensed Practical Nurse stepdown/intermediate roles are typically in demand where hospitals need support for patients who require closer monitoring than a standard unit provides. These openings are competitive because employers often want an active Kansas LPN/LVN credential, BLS Provider certification, and IV certification preferred at hire. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit, then confirm your license status and any IV training before applying.