Medical Surgical (Post-Surgical: Abdominal/Colorectal) Nurse Topeka, Kansas Why apply?Join a leading facility in Topeka and enjoy a flexible start date with multiple orientation options. Benefit from competitive hourly pay of $56.95, comprehensive medical coverage, and the opportunity to work in a state-of-the-art hospital delivering high-quality patient care. This is a great chance to advance your career in a supportive, team-oriented environment.
Quick Facts
- Location: Topeka, Kansas
- Start Date: 10/19/2026
- Scheduled End Date: 04/19/2027
- Shift: 12-hour shifts (day/night options), every other weekend
- Hours per week: 36 hours guaranteed
- Employment Type: Contract
- Licensure: Kansas or Multistate RN license (no hits allowed)
- Experience: Minimum 1 year Medical Surgical nursing experience
Pay & Benefits
- Hourly Pay: $56.95
- Benefits:
- Competitive pay packages
- Weekly pay via Direct Deposit
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance (W-2)
- Paid sick time
- License, certification, travel, and other reimbursements when applicable
- Robust referral bonus program
- Additional paid holidays and flexible time-off requests
- 24/7 dedicated support team
What You ll Do
- Provide compassionate nursing care to post-surgical patients on a 32-bed unit specializing in abdominal, colorectal, urological, orthopedic, and plastic surgeries
- Monitor patient recovery, manage surgical drains, and document clinical progress using Epic EMR system
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes
- Assist in wound care and manage complex post-operative needs
- Follow hospital protocols for safety, infection control, and patient safety
- Support float requirements across other medical-surgical floors as needed
- Adhere to hospital policies including jewelry and tattoo guidelines, vaccination requirements, and respectful professional appearance
What You Need
Required: - Kansas or multi-state RN license
- AHA BLS certification
- Minimum 1 year of Medical Surgical experience
- ADN or BSN degree
- Immunity to Hep B, MMR, Varicella (via titer or vaccination)
- TDaP and Influenza vaccines or exemptions
Preferred: - Experience with Epic EMR
- Progressive care or step-down experience
About the Assignment
This 26-week contract is with a leading facility in Topeka, Kansas, committed to providing high-quality, patient-centered care. The unit specializes in post-surgical recovery for abdominal and colorectal surgeries, as well as urological, orthopedic, and plastic procedures. The hospital supports nurses with a collaborative environment, modern facilities, and opportunities for longer-term contracts to enhance professional growth.
VHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer ( EEO )/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/E-Verify Employer and welcomes all to apply .
