Stepdown RN in Kalamazoo, Michigan
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Kalamazoo, MI
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,036/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 9, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $56.56
- Weekly
- $2,036
- Yearly (full-time)
- $105,872
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $56.56/hour — 25% 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 a respected healthcare team in Kalamazoo, MI, as a step-down registered nurse. This 13-week contract offers a rewarding opportunity to work night shifts (7:00 PM - 7:30 AM) in a GMU setting that specializes in caring for step-down and med-surg patients. Your role will involve providing vital support to patients transitioning from intensive care, with responsibilities including starting IVs and administering chemotherapy, all within a fast-paced yet collaborative environment. This assignment is unique due to the flexibility in scheduling preferences and the chance to float to other med-surg areas like the emergency department and acute units, offering variety in your daily routine.
Weather:
Expect generally moderate temperatures with comfortable and mild conditions around this time of year, making outdoor activities enjoyable and the city lively with seasonal change.
Fun Things To Do:
- Downtown Kalamazoo Historic Walking Tour: Explore local shops, cafes, and historical landmarks.
- Kal-Haven Trail State Park: Enjoy a scenic trail perfect for biking or walking, ideal for a day trip to nature.
- Visit the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts: Discover diverse art collections and engaging exhibitions.
- Lake Michigan Day Trip: Relax on the sandy beaches or enjoy watersports at one of Michigan’s beautiful lakes.
- Art Murals Tour: Take a self-guided tour of vibrant street art across downtown Kalamazoo.
Job Specifics:
Location: Kalamazoo, MI
Shift: Night (7:00 PM - 7:30 AM)
Duration: 13 weeks
Weekly Hours: 36 hours
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