
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 9, 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
This 13-week travel contract places you at HCA Centerpoint Medical Center in Independence, Missouri, working 12-hour night shifts. You'll be part of the telemetry unit, managing care for a range of cardiac patients on a schedule that promises a guaranteed 36 hours per week. Expect to handle advanced assessment and critical thinking tasks, including managing vasoactive drips and performing procedures such as PICC line placements. The role offers an opportunity to work with modern equipment like BiPAP machines and high-flow nasal cannulas, with documentation completed in Meditech. This assignment is ideal for those who thrive in a team-focused environment and possess BLS and ACLS certifications, bringing a positive attitude to a unit recognized for excellence and innovation in cardiac care.
Weather:
Expect generally mild and pleasant weather around this time, with warm days and cooler evenings. Conditions often include sunshine, making outdoor activities enjoyable, paired with occasional rain showers that refresh the area.
Fun Things To Do:
- Local Parks and Nature Trails: Explore scenic walking and biking paths nearby.
- Kansas City Day Trip: Visit the National World War I Museum and enjoy local barbecue.
- Missouri River Cruise: Take a boat tour along the river for a different perspective of the city.
- Historic Downtown Independence: Discover historic sites and charming shops within a short drive.
- Weekend Trip to Kansas City Zoo: Spend a day with family or friends at the zoo, just a short drive away.
Job Specifics:
Location: Independence, Missouri
Shift: 12-hour nights
Duration: 13 weeks
Hours per week: 36 hours
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