Med/Surg RN in Merriam, Kansas
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Merriam, KS
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $1,723/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 29, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $47.86
- Weekly
- $1,723
- Yearly (full-time)
- $89,596
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $47.86/hour — 25% 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
- 628 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Kansas from 6 agencies, 13 of them in Merriam.
- Pay in these listings: $16.93 – $108/hour, median $55.69/hour.
- Typical Registered Nurse (RN) pay in Kansas: $38.14/hour ($79,331/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: AHS Staffing ($60.06/hour across 225 jobs).
Job description
Join a travel assignment supporting patients in an outpatient oncology setting in Merriam, Kansas. You will provide skilled nursing care across scheduled 8-hour day shifts, helping patients navigate treatment visits, monitoring their condition, and coordinating care throughout their appointments. This 13-week contract offers the opportunity to work in a specialized ambulatory setting while enjoying the best of the Kansas City area.
Weather:
Expect crisp, comfortable conditions with mild afternoons, cooler evenings, and occasional rain. Layered clothing and a light jacket are useful for exploring the area.
Fun Things To Do:
• Local outing: Explore the museums, fountains, shops, and restaurants of Kansas City's Country Club Plaza.
• Local outing: Visit the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art and stroll through its surrounding sculpture park.
• Day trip: Spend a day in Lawrence exploring Massachusetts Street, local cafés, galleries, and the University of Kansas area.
• Day trip: Visit Topeka for the Kansas State Capitol, museums, and downtown attractions.
• Local outing: Enjoy live entertainment, dining, and waterfront activities at the Kansas City Power & Light District and nearby River Market.
Job Specifics:
City and State: Merriam, Kansas
Shift: 8-hour days
Duration: 13 weeks
Weekly Commitment: 40 hours
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