Med/Surg RN in Indianapolis, Indiana
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Indianapolis, IN
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $1,722/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 15, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $47.83
- Weekly
- $1,722
- Yearly (full-time)
- $89,544
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $47.83/hour — 19% above the median for Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Indiana ($40.14/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 Indiana right now
- 725 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Indiana from 5 agencies, 143 of them in Indianapolis.
- Pay in these listings: $36.38 – $95.30/hour, median $55.00/hour.
- Typical Registered Nurse (RN) pay in Indiana: $40.14/hour ($83,491/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: Care Team Solutions ($62.44/hour across 45 jobs).
Job description
This 13-week contract in Indianapolis offers experienced Post-Surgical Step-Down Registered Nurses the opportunity to apply their skills in a focused and supportive environment. You will work 12-hour daytime shifts, providing care for post-op patients recovering from general and bariatric surgery, among others. The role involves managing multiple patients with a 1:5 ratio, utilizing Epic electronic health records, and working with equipment like Pyxis. Your flexibility and teamwork will be key in this fast-paced unit, especially as you'll float to similar med-surg areas based on needs and rotations—making each shift a new experience. This assignment is perfect for healthcare professionals who thrive on varied responsibilities and patient advocacy, all while enjoying a steady schedule and competitive weekly gross pay.
Weather:
Expect mild and generally pleasant weather around this time, with chances of gentle breezes and clear skies, making outdoor activities enjoyable. Spring-like conditions are typical, inviting you to explore the city's outdoor spaces.
Fun Things To Do:
- City sightseeing tour of Indianapolis landmarks
- Visit the Indianapolis Museum of Art
- Day trip to Turkey Run State Park for hiking and scenic views
- Explore the historic town of Lafayette along the Wabash River
- Enjoy a drive along the Indiana Dunes National Park’s shoreline and beaches
Job Specifics:
Location: Indianapolis, IN
Shift: 12-hour days
Duration: 13 weeks (36 hours per week)
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