Peds RN in Kansas City, Missouri
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Kansas City, MO
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,985/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 27, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $62.19
- Weekly
- $2,985
- Yearly (full-time)
- $155,220
This job pays about $62.19/hour — 58% above the median for Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Missouri ($39.32/hour). The total includes tax-free housing and meal stipends, which staff jobs don't pay, so take-home pay is usually higher than the hourly figure suggests.
Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 48 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Missouri right now
- 1,143 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Missouri from 6 agencies, 217 of them in Kansas City.
- Pay in these listings: $13.38 – $85.76/hour, median $54.75/hour.
- Typical Registered Nurse (RN) pay in Missouri: $39.32/hour ($81,786/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: MAS Medical Staffing ($80.00/hour across 3 jobs).
Job description
Job Description:
This travel contract is for a Pediatric Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse in Kansas City, Missouri. You will care for pediatric patients with acute medical and surgical needs, including appendectomies, tonsil and adenoidectomies, viral illnesses, ingestions requiring medical clearance, and behavioral health concerns with underlying medical needs. The assignment offers the opportunity to support a varied pediatric population while using your medical-surgical experience in a setting that may include behavioral health needs. Pediatric experience is preferred, and PALS, BLS, a Missouri or Kansas license, and at least one year of travel experience are required.
Weather:
Kansas City generally offers pleasant seasonal weather around this time of year, with comfortable daytime conditions and cooler evenings. Pack versatile layers so you can enjoy both outdoor activities and indoor attractions.
Fun Things To Do:
• City outing: Explore Kansas City's local attractions, dining, and entertainment.
• Day trip: Take a day trip to nearby communities in the Kansas City region.
• Outdoor escape: Spend a day enjoying parks and outdoor recreation around the city.
• Cultural outing: Visit museums, galleries, and other cultural destinations in the area.
• Day trip: Plan a day trip to explore attractions and activities outside Kansas City.
Job Specifics:
Location: Kansas City, Missouri
Shift: 12-hour days, 07:00–19:00; 4 shifts per week
Duration: 48 hours per week for 13 weeks
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