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
- 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
Job Description:
This travel assignment is designed for a Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse supporting patients on a 12-hour day schedule. You will care for a broad range of adult medical-surgical patients, manage daily treatments and medications, monitor changing conditions, and help coordinate each patient’s plan of care. The assignment offers a consistent daytime routine in Merriam, with Kansas City attractions, dining, and entertainment close by.
Weather:
Expect crisp, comfortable days with a mix of sunshine and passing clouds, colorful foliage, and cooler evenings. A light jacket and layers are useful for exploring the area throughout the season.
Fun Things To Do:
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Kansas City Barbecue Tour: Sample the city’s renowned barbecue at local restaurants throughout the metro area.
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Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art: Explore an extensive art collection and stroll through the surrounding sculpture park.
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Day Trip: Visit Lawrence to browse Massachusetts Street shops, galleries, cafés, and local restaurants.
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Day Trip: Spend a day in Topeka exploring the Kansas State Capitol, museums, and downtown attractions.
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Country Club Plaza: Enjoy outdoor shopping, dining, fountains, and distinctive Spanish-inspired architecture.
Job Specifics:
Location: Merriam, Kansas
Shift: 12-hour day shifts
Weekly Hours: 36
Duration: 13 weeks
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