Med/Surg Trauma Nurse (Trauma, Neurosurgery, Orthopedic) Topeka, KS Are you a dedicated RN seeking a rewarding opportunity in trauma and post-surgical care? Join a leading facility in Topeka, KS, offering a competitive hourly rate, flexible scheduling, and an exciting 26-week contract with potential for longer commitments. Enjoy a supportive team environment, consistent project start dates, and comprehensive benefits designed to support your professional journey.
Quick Facts
- Location: Topeka, KS, United States
- Start Date: 10/05/2026
- End Date: 04/05/2027
- Shift: 12-hour shifts, every other weekend, flexible holiday requests
- Hours/Week: 36 hours guaranteed
- Employment Type: Contract (26+ weeks, with longer options preferred)
- Certifications: AHA BLS required at time of submission
- License: KS or Multistate license (no hits allowed)
- Experience: Minimum 1 year in Med/Surg Trauma
Pay & Benefits
- Hourly Pay Rate: $60.30
- Benefits include:
- Competitive pay packages
- Weekly pay via direct deposit
- Comprehensive medical benefits (W-2)
- Paid sick time per applicable laws
- Licensure, certification, travel, and reimbursement as applicable
- Robust referral bonus program
- 24/7 dedicated support team
What You ll Do
- Provide compassionate, high-quality care to post-operative spinal, neurosurgical, orthopedic, and trauma patients
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to monitor patient progress and manage complex conditions
- Administer medications and treatments per physician orders
- Document patient care accurately in Epic EMR system
- Assist with patient assessments, care planning, and discharge procedures
- Float across post-surgical and med-surg inpatient floors as needed
- Maintain compliance with hospital policies, including jewelry and adornment policies
What You Need
- Active Kansas or multistate RN license (no exceptions)
- BLS certification
- Minimum 1 year of Med/Surg Trauma experience
- Proficiency in Epic charting system (testing available)
- Ability to work 12-hour shifts with flexibility to float and rotate weekends and holidays
About the Assignment
This 27-bed unit specializes in managing patients post-spinal surgery, neurosurgery, orthopedic injuries, and trauma-related cases such as GSWs, MVCs, crush injuries, falls, and brain injuries. The unit maintains a staffing ratio of 1:6, with a focus on delivering safe, patient-centered care in a high-reliability environment.
Compliance
VHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer ( EEO )/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/E-Verify Employer and welcomes all to apply .
