Nurse Manager Jobs in Kansas

Nurse manager jobs in Kansas are concentrated in Wichita, Kansas City (KS side), and Topeka, where large health systems such as Ascension Via Christi, The University of Kansas Health System, and Stormont Vail Health maintain consistent demand for clinical leadership. Openings run from charge-nurse-level supervisory roles through senior nurse manager positions overseeing multi-unit departments, with the most active specialties in med-surg, behavioral health, and surgical services. Kansas's growing regional medical centers and long-term care networks add steady volume outside the major metros. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles46
Top employerAscension
Top cityWichita, KS
Cities hiring21
Work type50% On-site
Top credentialManaged Registered Nurses (RNs)

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Hospice Registered Nurse Case Manager
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Hospice Registered Nurse Case Manager
Compassus
Wichita, Kansas
Partnerships & Business Development
Program Management
Project Management
CPR Certification
5,001-10,000

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Registered Nurse Manager
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Registered Nurse Manager
Kansas Medical Center
Andover, Kansas
Business Development
Marketing
Sales
Managed Registered Nurses (RNs)
201-500

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Registered Nurse Manager
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Registered Nurse Manager
Ascension
Derby, Kansas
Business Development
Growth Marketing
Marketing
$102k.42 - $139k.69/yr
Managed Registered Nurses (RNs)
10,000+

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Registered Nurse Manager Operating Room
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Registered Nurse Manager Operating Room
Ascension
Derby, Kansas
Business Development
Program Management
Project Management
$111k.63 - $150k.67/yr
PALS Certification
10,000+

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Registered Nurse (RN) Case Manager
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Registered Nurse (RN) Case Manager
St. Croix Hospice
Atchison, Kansas
Business Development
Customer Success
Program Management
Project Management
Master's degree in nursing
501-1,000

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Nurse Manager Jobs by City in Kansas

Where Kansas roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Wichita
11 jobs
Overland Park
6 jobs
Kansas City
4 jobs
Merriam
3 jobs
Manhattan
3 jobs
Derby
2 jobs
Olathe
2 jobs
Shawnee Mission
2 jobs
Hays
1 job

Nurse Manager Job Market in Kansas

A snapshot from current Kansas openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Ascension8 open roles
AdventHealth Shawnee Mission5 open roles
The University of Kansas Health System5 open roles

What Kansas Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in nurse manager jobs across Kansas.

  • Active registered nurse license issued or recognized by the Kansas State Board of Nursing
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing required, master's degree preferred by most large systems
  • Minimum two to five years of bedside RN experience in a relevant clinical specialty
  • Prior charge nurse, team lead, or supervisory experience in an acute care setting
  • Current BLS certification required, ACLS or specialty certification strongly preferred
  • Demonstrated ability to manage staffing, budgets, and quality-improvement initiatives

Nurse Manager Jobs in Kansas: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a nurse manager in Kansas?

You must hold an active registered nurse license from the Kansas State Board of Nursing, earned by passing the NCLEX-RN and meeting Kansas licensure requirements. Most Kansas employers expect a BSN at minimum, with a master's in nursing or healthcare administration preferred for unit-level management roles. Beyond licensure, candidates typically need several years of clinical RN experience plus a demonstrated stint in a charge nurse or team-lead role before moving into full nurse manager positions.

Which companies hire nurse managers in Kansas?

Kansas nurse manager roles are posted by Ascension, AdventHealth Shawnee Mission, and The University of Kansas Health System and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Kansas's large integrated health systems, regional critical-access hospitals, and growing behavioral health networks each recruit nurse managers on an ongoing basis as patient volumes and regulatory requirements keep clinical leadership demand steady.

Which Kansas cities have the most nurse manager jobs?

Wichita, Overland Park, and Kansas City are the cities with the most nurse manager openings in Kansas. Wichita leads because it anchors the state's largest hospital cluster and specialist network, while the Kansas City metro generates volume through its dense concentration of academic medical and tertiary care facilities, and Topeka adds steady demand as the home of several major regional systems and state government health services.

Are there remote nurse manager jobs in Kansas?

Yes, but they're rare. About 50% of nurse manager openings tied to Kansas are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting the fundamentally on-site nature of clinical unit oversight. The portions of the role most likely to shift to remote or hybrid arrangements are administrative functions such as scheduling, policy review, and staff performance documentation rather than direct floor supervision.

How can I get hired as a nurse manager in Kansas with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is securing a charge nurse or assistant nurse manager role first, then building supervisory hours before applying to full manager positions. Large Kansas employers such as Ascension Via Christi and The University of Kansas Health System run new-graduate residency programs that develop clinical depth, and internal promotions from charge nurse roles are common within these systems. Earning a BSN, pursuing a specialty certification, and volunteering for unit-based quality committees all strengthen a candidacy for candidates who lack formal management titles.

Where can I find and apply to nurse manager jobs in Kansas?

You can find and apply to nurse manager jobs in Kansas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Kansas openings across health systems, regional hospitals, and long-term care networks throughout the state. Find the roles that fit your specialty and experience level and apply directly to each employer.

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