ICU/CCU/Critical Care RN in Kansas City, Missouri
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Kansas City, MO
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $1,706/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 2, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $47.39
- Weekly
- $1,706
- Yearly (full-time)
- $88,712
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $47.39/hour — 21% 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
- 1,044 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Missouri from 6 agencies, 231 of them in Kansas City.
- Pay in these listings: $23.77 – $85.76/hour, median $54.05/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
Join a respected Neuro ICU team in Kansas City for a 13-week travel contract that offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge equipment and a dedicated staff. This role involves 12-hour night shifts, focusing on managing trauma patients, ventilator support, chest tube management, and post-op surgical care. If you’re experienced in hemodynamic monitoring and ventilator management, this assignment promises engaging clinical work and the chance to contribute to a Level 1 Trauma Center and Comprehensive Stroke Center. The shift schedule includes every other weekend, providing a consistent routine with opportunities to explore the city during your days off.
Weather:
Expect generally mild and pleasant weather around this time of year in Kansas City, with warm days and cooler evenings. This is a season ideal for outdoor activities and enjoying the local parks and scenery.
Fun Things To Do:
- City Market: Explore one of the largest farmers' markets in the region with fresh produce, crafts, and local foods.
- Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art: Discover impressive art collections and sculptures, perfect for an afternoon cultural outing.
- Day Trip to Kansas City Zoo: Spend a day with family or friends at this popular zoo featuring diverse animal exhibits.
- Day Trip to the Harry S. Truman Presidential Library and Museum: Learn about American history in this engaging and informative site.
- Unique Experience in nearby Leavenworth, KS: Visit this charming historic town known for its Bavarian architecture, shops, and festivals.
Job Specifics:
Location: Kansas City, MO
Shift: 12-hour nights
Duration: 13 weeks
Weekly Hours: 36 hours
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