Med/Surg RN in Merriam, Kansas
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Merriam, KS
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $1,526/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 29, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $42.39
- Weekly
- $1,526
- Yearly (full-time)
- $79,352
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $42.39/hour — 11% above the median for Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Kansas ($38.14/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, 36 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 Kansas right now
- 635 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Kansas from 6 agencies, 13 of them in Merriam.
- Pay in these listings: $16.93 – $108/hour, median $55.78/hour.
- Typical Registered Nurse (RN) pay in Kansas: $38.14/hour ($79,331/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: AHS Staffing ($60.06/hour across 233 jobs).
Job description
Join a 13-week travel assignment as a medical-surgical registered nurse in Merriam, Kansas. You will provide direct patient care for adults with a variety of medical and surgical needs during 12-hour day shifts. This role offers a consistent 36-hour weekly schedule and the opportunity to experience the Kansas City area while supporting patients through hospitalization, recovery, and discharge planning.
Weather:
Merriam typically enjoys comfortable daytime temperatures around this time of year, with a mix of sunshine and occasional rain. Evenings can be cooler, making a light jacket useful for exploring the area.
Fun Things To Do:
• City outing: Explore the shops, restaurants, galleries, and entertainment in the Country Club Plaza.
• City outing: Visit the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art and stroll through its sculpture park.
• Day trip: Spend a day in Lawrence enjoying Massachusetts Street, local restaurants, and cultural attractions.
• Day trip: Visit Topeka for museums, historic sites, and outdoor spaces.
• Outdoor activity: Walk or bike along scenic trails at Shawnee Mission Park.
Job Specifics:
Location: Merriam, Kansas
Shift: 12-hour days
Duration: 13 weeks
Hours: 36 hours per week
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