ICU Registered Nurse Jobs in Kansas

ICU Registered Nurse jobs in Kansas are concentrated in Wichita, Kansas City, and Topeka, where large health systems such as Ascension Via Christi, The University of Kansas Health System, and Stormont Vail Health maintain active ICU staffing needs. Demand is strongest for nurses with experience in cardiac, surgical, and neuro critical care, with openings at every level from new graduates completing residency programs to seasoned charge nurses. Kansas continues to see consistent hiring across both urban trauma centers and regional hospitals serving rural referral populations. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles45
Top employerAmerican Traveler
Top cityOverland Park, KS
Cities hiring18
Work type50% Remote
Top industryHealthcare

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Registered Nurse Intensive Care ICU Part Time Nights
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Registered Nurse Intensive Care ICU Part Time Nights
AdventHealth Shawnee Mission
Shawnee Mission, Kansas
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$32.83 - $61.05/hr
CPR Certification
1,001-5,000

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Travel RN - ICU
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Travel RN - ICU
American Traveler
Topeka, Kansas
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
TNCC Certification
501-1,000

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Travel RN - ICU
American Traveler
Dodge City, Kansas
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
BLS Certification
501-1,000

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Travel Registered Nurse ICU Job
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Travel Registered Nurse ICU Job
Healthforce
Emporia, Kansas
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$1,974 - $2,009/yr
BLS Certification

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Travel RN - ICU
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Travel RN - ICU
American Traveler
Overland Park, Kansas
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
501-1,000

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ICU Registered Nurse Jobs by City in Kansas

Where Kansas roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Overland Park
11 jobs
Wichita
7 jobs
Kansas City
4 jobs
Shawnee Mission
3 jobs
Topeka
2 jobs
Merriam
2 jobs
McPherson
2 jobs
Dodge City
2 jobs
Garden City
2 jobs

ICU Registered Nurse Job Market in Kansas

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

Who's Hiring

  • American Traveler10
  • AdventHealth Shawnee Mission5
  • Ascension3
  • CommonSpirit Health2
  • Menorah Medical Center2

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What Kansas Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in ICU registered nurse jobs across Kansas.

  • Active RN license issued or recognized by the Kansas State Board of Nursing
  • Current BLS and ACLS certification required before starting
  • Minimum one to two years of acute care or critical care nursing experience
  • BSN preferred or required by most large Kansas hospital systems
  • CCRN certification preferred for senior or charge nurse positions
  • Ability to manage ventilated patients and operate hemodynamic monitoring equipment

ICU Registered Nurse Jobs in Kansas: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a icu registered nurse in Kansas?

To become an icu registered nurse in Kansas, you must first earn an associate or bachelor's degree in nursing, pass the NCLEX-RN, and obtain an active RN license through the Kansas State Board of Nursing. Kansas participates in the Nurse Licensure Compact, so nurses licensed in other compact states can often practice in Kansas without a separate state license. From there, most ICU positions require additional hands-on experience in acute care or a completed critical care residency program.

How much do ICU registered nurses make in Kansas?

ICU registered nurses 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 icu registered nurses in Kansas?

Companies currently hiring icu registered nurses in Kansas include American Traveler, AdventHealth Shawnee Mission, and Ascension, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Kansas's larger health systems, including academic medical centers and faith-based regional networks, tend to post the most consistent ICU openings across multiple campuses.

Which Kansas cities have the most icu registered nurse jobs?

Overland Park, Wichita, and Kansas City are the Kansas cities with the most icu registered nurse openings. Wichita leads because it is the state's largest city and home to major trauma and tertiary care centers, while Kansas City draws volume from large academic and specialty hospitals on the Kansas side of the metro, and Topeka supports steady demand through its state government-affiliated and regional health systems.

Are there remote icu registered nurse jobs in Kansas?

Yes, but they're rare. ICU nursing is an inherently hands-on bedside role, so fully remote positions make up a very small share of openings. About 50% of icu registered nurse openings tied to Kansas are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those postings are almost always in adjacent functions such as tele-ICU monitoring, utilization review, or case management rather than direct patient care.

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

The most realistic entry path is applying to a nurse residency or critical care transition program run by a large Kansas health system. The University of Kansas Health System and Ascension Via Christi both offer structured new-graduate residency tracks that include ICU rotations and mentored onboarding. Nurses coming from step-down, progressive care, or emergency department roles are strong candidates for lateral moves into the ICU. Completing your CCRN eligibility hours early and maintaining current ACLS certification gives your application a clear advantage over other new-to-ICU candidates.

Where can I find and apply to icu registered nurse jobs in Kansas?

You can find and apply to icu registered nurse jobs in Kansas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Kansas openings from employers across the state. Search the listings to find roles that fit your experience level, specialty, and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that match.

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