Telemetry RN in Independence, Missouri
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Independence, MO
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $1,920/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Sep 28, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $53.33
- Weekly
- $1,920
- Yearly (full-time)
- $99,840
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $53.33/hour — 36% 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, 106 of them in Independence.
- 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 our team for a 13-week travel assignment in a lively Cardiac Telemetry unit located in Independence, Missouri. This role focuses on caring for patients recovering post-cath procedures, pacemaker placements, and stroke management, using advanced equipment such as Pyxis, Alaris pumps, and Welch Allen vitals machines. You'll work 12-hour days in a staffed, high-energy environment with a team that values efficiency and collaboration. This opportunity is perfect for RNs with ACLS certification and experience handling complex cardiac patients, offering a chance to hone critical skills and enjoy a scenic city with plenty to explore.
Weather:
The weather around this time of year tends to be mild and inviting, with warm daytime temperatures and cooler evenings. Expect pleasant conditions that are ideal for outdoor activities after work or on weekends.
Fun Things To Do:
- Country Club Plaza: Enjoy shopping, dining, and entertainment in this popular outdoor shopping district.
- Lake Jacomo: Perfect for a relaxing day of boating, fishing, or picnicking by the water.
- Day trip to Kansas City: Explore world-class barbecue, jazz music, and the National World War I Museum.
- Day trip to Arrow Rock: Visit this historic town known for its preserved 19th-century architecture and outdoor theater.
- Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts: Attend a concert, ballet, or theater performance in this architecturally stunning venue.
Job Specifics:
Location: Independence, Missouri
Shift: 12-hour days
Duration: 13 weeks
Weekly Hours: 36 hours
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