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Registered Nurse

Kansas City, KS 66160

Posted: 01/23/26 Employment Type: Temporary Position: Registered Nurse Job Number: 57068 Specialty: Operating Room

Job Description


Join Our Team as a Registered Nurse – Elevate Your Nursing Career in a Dynamic Surgical Environment

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Registered Nurse to provide exceptional perioperative care at the University of Kansas Hospital’s Main Campus. This vital role offers an exciting opportunity to work in a state-of-the-art facility, supporting diverse surgical procedures while advancing your skills in a challenging and rewarding setting. As a key member of our healthcare team, you'll deliver top-quality patient care, ensure safety standards, and contribute to successful surgical outcomes.

Required Skills:
  • Minimum of 2 years of extensive RN experience in a Level 1 trauma setting
  • Skilled in independently managing complex cases, including neuro spine, large head and neck, DaVinci robot procedures, and ex lap surgeries
  • Proven scrubbing experience in a fast-paced surgical environment
  • Strong knowledge of OR protocols, patient safety, and infection control practices
  • Excellent critical thinking, communication, and teamwork abilities
  • Ability to adapt quickly to evolving clinical needs and work effectively under pressure

Nice to Have Skills:
  • Experience in Orthopedics, General Surgery, Trauma, GYN, Urology, or Plastics
  • Familiarity with additional surgical specialties and newer operative technologies
  • Certification in Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)

Preferred Education and Experience:
  • Current Kansas RN license or valid Compact State license
  • ADN degree required; BSN preferred
  • At least two years of prior experience in a high-acuity surgical environment

Other Requirements:
  • Available for 12-hour shifts, primarily days from 6:30 am to 6:30 pm, with weekend rotation (Fri/Sat/Sun)
  • Must be willing to float across all ORs as needed
  • On-call availability up to six shifts per 13-week contract
  • Commitment to Nicotine-free workplace environment
  • Successful completion of an 8-hour orientation session
  • Valid RN licensure and BLS certification
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative team environment
  • This position offers bi-weekly pay, comprehensive medical benefits, paid sick leave, and reimbursements for licensure, certification, travel, and related expenses

We encourage motivated, confident nurses passionate about delivering excellence in perioperative care to apply today. If you are ready to make a meaningful difference in patient lives while advancing your career, we want to hear from you.

VHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer (“EEO”)/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/E-Verify Employer and welcomes all to apply #LiveYourLife
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