Contract Nurse RN Jobs in Kansas

Contract Nurse RN jobs in Kansas are in consistent demand, concentrated in hospital systems, long-term care facilities, and outpatient care centers across the state. The largest hiring activity runs through Wichita, Kansas City, and Topeka, where established systems like The University of Kansas Health System, Ascension Via Christi, and Stormont Vail Health maintain steady contract nursing rosters. The most in-demand specialties are critical care, med-surg, and emergency nursing. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles40
Top employerHealthTrust Workforce Solutions
Top cityOverland Park, KS
Cities hiring7
Top industryHealthcare
Companies hiring5

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HealthTrust Workforce Solutions
Registered Nurse (RN) | Telemetry (Tele) - Contract - Nights
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Registered Nurse (RN) | Telemetry (Tele) - Contract - Nights
HealthTrust Workforce Solutions
Overland Park, Kansas
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$52.7 - $62.05/hr
1,001-5,000

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Registered Nurse (RN) | Medical Surgical - Contract - Days
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Registered Nurse (RN) | Medical Surgical - Contract - Days
HealthTrust Workforce Solutions
Wichita, Kansas
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$47.74 - $56.21/hr
1,001-5,000

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Mission Health Communities
Contract Registered Nurse (RN)
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Contract Registered Nurse (RN)
Mission Health Communities
Edwardsville, Kansas
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
CPR Certification
11-50

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Registered Nurse (RN) | Operating Room (OR) - Contract - Days
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Registered Nurse (RN) | Operating Room (OR) - Contract - Days
HealthTrust Workforce Solutions
Overland Park, Kansas
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$49.6 - $58.4/hr
1,001-5,000

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Registered Nurse (RN) | Progressive Care Unit (PCU) - Contract - Days
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Registered Nurse (RN) | Progressive Care Unit (PCU) - Contract - Days
HealthTrust Workforce Solutions
Wichita, Kansas
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$49.6 - $58.4/hr
1,001-5,000

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Contract Nurse RN Jobs by City in Kansas

Where Kansas roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Overland Park
15 jobs
Wichita
13 jobs
Shawnee Mission
7 jobs
Lenexa
2 jobs
Ottawa
1 job
Wellington
1 job
Edwardsville
1 job

Contract Nurse RN Job Market in Kansas

A snapshot from current Kansas openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • HealthTrust Workforce Solutions
    HealthTrust Workforce Solutions26
  • AdventHealth Shawnee Mission
    AdventHealth Shawnee Mission9
  • Mission Health Communities
    Mission Health Communities2
  • AdventHealth South Overland Park
    AdventHealth South Overland Park2
  • AdventHealth Ottawa
    AdventHealth Ottawa1

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What Kansas Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in contract nurse RN jobs across Kansas.

  • Active registered nurse license issued or recognized by the Kansas State Board of Nursing
  • Associate or bachelor of science in nursing degree from an accredited program
  • Current BLS certification and ACLS certification for acute care settings
  • Minimum one to two years of clinical experience in a hospital or acute care environment
  • Ability to pass a pre-employment background check and drug screening
  • Proficiency with electronic health record systems such as Epic or Cerner

Contract Nurse RN Jobs in Kansas: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a contract nurse rn in Kansas?

To work as a contract nurse rn in Kansas, you must hold a registered nurse license issued by the Kansas State Board of Nursing, which requires completing an accredited nursing program and passing the NCLEX-RN exam. Kansas also participates in the Nurse Licensure Compact, so nurses licensed in other compact states can work in Kansas without obtaining a separate state license. Most contract positions also require prior clinical experience before agencies will place you.

How much do contract nurse RNs make in Kansas?

Contract nurse RNs in Kansas earn a median of about $79,320 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $63,180 for the lowest 10% to over $100,840 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire contract nurse rns in Kansas?

Kansas contract nurse rn roles are posted by HealthTrust Workforce Solutions, AdventHealth Shawnee Mission, and Mission Health Communities and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Kansas's large integrated health systems and regional hospital networks account for the majority of contract nursing demand across the state.

Which Kansas cities have the most contract nurse rn jobs?

Overland Park, Wichita, and Shawnee Mission have the most contract nurse rn openings in Kansas. Wichita drives the largest share of demand as the state's most populous city, anchored by major health systems like Ascension Via Christi and Wesley Medical Center, while Kansas City and Topeka generate steady openings through academic medical centers and state government health facilities.

How can I get hired as a contract nurse rn in Kansas with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is completing a nurse residency or new-graduate program at a large Kansas hospital system, such as those offered by The University of Kansas Health System or Ascension Via Christi, which are designed to bring newly licensed RNs up to independent practice readiness. Candidates who have worked as licensed practical nurses or certified nursing assistants in Kansas facilities often transition into RN contract roles more quickly because they already have documented clinical hours and facility familiarity. Holding an active Kansas RN license and a strong clinical practicum record gives any entry-level candidate a meaningful edge.

Where can I find and apply to contract nurse rn jobs in Kansas?

You can find and apply to contract nurse rn jobs in Kansas on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the available roles, identify the ones that match your specialty and preferred location, and apply directly to the positions that fit your background.

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