
Med/Surg RN in Kalamazoo, Michigan
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Kalamazoo, MI
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $1,986/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 9, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $55.17
- Weekly
- $1,986
- Yearly (full-time)
- $103,272
- Contract length
- 26 weeks
This job pays about $55.17/hour — 22% above the median for Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Michigan ($45.34/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 Michigan right now
- 485 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Michigan from 5 agencies, 43 of them in Kalamazoo.
- Pay in these listings: $13.51 – $178/hour, median $58.10/hour.
- Typical Registered Nurse (RN) pay in Michigan: $45.34/hour ($94,307/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: AHS Staffing ($61.76/hour across 163 jobs).
Job description
Join our team in Kalamazoo for a 26-week travel assignment as a Medical Surgical Registered Nurse. This role offers the chance to work 12-hour night shifts from 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM, with a focus on diverse medical cases including pneumonia, heart failure, GI bleed, DKA, AMS, and sepsis. Your expertise in MS and Telemetry, along with Epic experience, will be key to providing excellent patient management in a dynamic hospital environment. You'll experience the challenge and reward of caring for a variety of diagnoses, with a supportive team aboard. Night shifts are typically staffed with four nurses, offering a collaborative and less hectic atmosphere, though ratios can vary. This is a great opportunity for first-time travelers with at least two years of experience, eager to expand their skills and enjoy a new city adventure.
Weather:
The weather around Kalamazoo tends to be mild and pleasant, with warm summers and cool, crisp winters. Expect bright, sunny days with the occasional rain showers, creating ideal conditions for outdoor exploration and city strolls.
Fun Things To Do:
- Downtown Kalamazoo: Explore local shops, cafes, and the vibrant arts scene.
- Kalamazoo Nature Center: Enjoy scenic hiking trails, outdoor education, and wildlife viewing.
- Lake Michigan Day Trip: Take a short drive to relax on the beautiful sandy beaches, go boating, or enjoy a picnic.
- Grand Rapids Art Museum: Discover contemporary and classic artwork in nearby Grand Rapids, just a scenic 45-minute trip away.
- Silver Beach County Park: Relax or play along the stunning shoreline, perfect for a beach day or sunset walk.
Job Specifics:
Location: Kalamazoo, MI
Shift: Night (7:00 PM - 7:30 AM)
Duration: 26 weeks
Hours per Week: 36
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