Registered Nurse Jobs in Kansas

Registered Nurse jobs in Kansas are concentrated in Wichita, Kansas City, and Topeka, where large health systems like The University of Kansas Health System, Ascension Via Christi, and Stormont Vail Health maintain steady hiring. Demand runs across the full experience spectrum, from new graduate med-surg and telemetry nurses to experienced critical care, oncology, and behavioral health specialists. Kansas hospitals and outpatient networks are among the most consistently active hiring markets in the region. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles36
Top employerAmerican Traveler
Top cityOverland Park, KS
Cities hiring18
Work type100% On-site
Top credentialBLS Certification

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American Traveler
Travel RN - Neonatal ICU
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American Traveler
New 18h ago
Travel RN - Neonatal ICU
American Traveler
Shawnee Mission, Kansas
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Public Health
BLS Certification
501-1,000

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American Traveler
Travel RN - Med/Surg
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Travel RN - Med/Surg
American Traveler
Shawnee Mission, Kansas
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Public Health
BLS Certification
501-1,000

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American Traveler
Travel RN - Emergency Dept
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Travel RN - Emergency Dept
American Traveler
Ellsworth, Kansas
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Public Health
Managed Registered Nurses (RNs)
501-1,000

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American Traveler
Travel RN - Telemetry - Progressive Care Unit
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American Traveler
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Travel RN - Telemetry - Progressive Care Unit
American Traveler
Olathe, Kansas
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Public Health
BLS Certification
501-1,000

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Enhabit Home Health & Hospice
RN - Hospice
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Enhabit Home Health & Hospice
New 21h ago
RN - Hospice
Enhabit Home Health & Hospice
Kansas City, Kansas
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Public Health
CPR Certification
10,000+

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Registered Nurse Jobs by City in Kansas

Where Kansas roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Overland Park
9 jobs
Shawnee Mission
5 jobs
Olathe
3 jobs
Wichita
3 jobs
Topeka
2 jobs
Leavenworth
2 jobs
Holton
1 job
Andover
1 job
Emporia
1 job

Registered Nurse Job Market in Kansas

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

Who's Hiring

American Traveler
American Traveler7 open roles
Diversicare Healthcare Services
Diversicare Healthcare Services3 open roles
Enhabit Home Health & Hospice
Enhabit Home Health & Hospice2 open roles

What Kansas Employers Look For

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

  • Active registered nurse license issued or recognized by the Kansas State Board of Nursing
  • Associate or bachelor's degree in nursing from an accredited program
  • Current BLS certification required before starting clinical work
  • Minimum one year of acute care or specialty experience for most hospital positions
  • Strong documentation and electronic health record skills, Epic experience preferred
  • Ability to work rotating shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays

Registered Nurse Jobs in Kansas: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a registered nurse in Kansas?

To become a registered nurse in Kansas, you must graduate from an accredited nursing program, pass the NCLEX-RN exam, and apply for licensure through the Kansas State Board of Nursing. Kansas participates in the Nurse Licensure Compact, so nurses licensed in other compact states may practice in Kansas without obtaining a separate state license. Most Kansas hospitals require at minimum an Associate Degree in Nursing, though many prefer a Bachelor of Science in Nursing.

How much do registered nurses make in Kansas?

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 registered nurses in Kansas?

Employers hiring registered nurses in Kansas right now include American Traveler, Diversicare Healthcare Services, and Enhabit Home Health & Hospice, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Kansas hiring is heavily anchored by large integrated health systems and regional medical centers that maintain year-round openings across multiple specialties and care settings.

Which Kansas cities have the most registered nurse jobs?

Overland Park, Shawnee Mission, and Olathe have the most registered nurse openings in Kansas. Wichita leads due to its concentration of major health systems including Ascension Via Christi and Wesley Medical Center, while Kansas City draws significant volume from The University of Kansas Health System and its affiliated campuses, and Topeka is anchored by Stormont Vail Health and state government healthcare facilities.

Are there remote registered nurse jobs in Kansas?

Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of registered nurse openings tied to Kansas are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting how hands-on the role is by nature. The registered nurse positions most likely to include remote or telehealth components are case management, utilization review, and telephone triage roles, where patient interaction happens over phone or video rather than at the bedside.

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

The most realistic entry path is applying to a formal new graduate residency program, which The University of Kansas Health System and Stormont Vail Health both run for nurses without clinical work history. These structured programs place new graduates in med-surg, telemetry, or step-down units with close mentorship. Candidates who have completed clinical rotations at a Kansas facility already have a network advantage. Holding an active Kansas or compact state license and BLS certification before applying removes a common barrier at the screening stage.

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

You can find and apply to registered nurse jobs in Kansas on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your specialty and experience level, and apply directly to the positions that fit.

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