ICU/CCU/Critical Care RN in Kirksville, Missouri
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Kirksville, MO
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,006/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 27, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $55.72
- Weekly
- $2,006
- Yearly (full-time)
- $104,312
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $55.72/hour — 42% 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, 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 Missouri right now
- 1,143 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Missouri from 6 agencies, 19 of them in Kirksville.
- 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:
Join a 13-week travel assignment as an ICU RN providing critical care for patients with complex and high-acuity needs. You will manage drips, assist with ventilator management, and support patients requiring close monitoring and timely interventions during 12-hour night shifts. Experience with Impella, balloon pumps, or trauma care is preferred but not required. Occasional floating may be required, with no call responsibilities. This assignment offers a focused night-shift rhythm for nurses who are comfortable working independently in critical care.
Weather:
Expect crisp, cool conditions with comfortable daytime temperatures, cooler evenings, changing skies, and occasional rain. The weather is well suited for exploring outdoors with a light jacket and flexible plans.
Fun Things To Do:
• Local Outdoors: Explore Kirksville’s parks, walking trails, and open green spaces.
• Downtown Stroll: Browse local shops, restaurants, and community spots in and around downtown Kirksville.
• Day Trip - Northeast Missouri: Take a scenic drive through the surrounding countryside and visit nearby small towns.
• Day Trip - Regional Recreation: Plan a full day of hiking, sightseeing, and outdoor recreation at a nearby regional destination.
• Local Dining: Try different area restaurants and enjoy a relaxed meal after a night shift.
Job Specifics:
City and State: Kirksville, Missouri
Shift: 12-hour nights, 6:00 p.m.–6:00 a.m.
Schedule: 36 hours per week
Duration: 13 weeks
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