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Matchwell

LTAC Registered Nurse - Contract

Tallahassee, FL · On-site

$44 - $49/hr

Contract Travel contracts available for qualified RNs. Position Requirements: Current and active RN License Current Tuberculosis screening Current ACLS, BLS certifications Hepatitis B, Influenza and ...

A24Group

Local RN Contract 11 Weeks

Santa Fe, NM · On-site

$34 - $42/hr

Local RN Contract 11 Weeks RN - 6 AM-6:30 PM - Santa Fe, NM (Days) * Job ID: 9059618 * Title: Registered Nurse (RN) - 12‑hour Day Shift * Location: Santa Fe, NM 87505, LTC/rehab environment (client ...

KMG Healthcare

Registered Nurse (RN)

Elko, NV · On-site

$70/hr

Immediate Registered Nurse (RN) Contract Opportunity Registered Nurse (RN) contract opportunity at our Corporate Health Center in Elko, NV. Pay Rate: $70.00/hr Work Schedule: * Rotating weekly ...

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How much do rn contract jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for rn contract in the United States is $44.48, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $33.65 and $51.92 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an RN Contract nurse, and why are they important?

To thrive as an RN Contract nurse, you need a current registered nursing license, clinical experience, and a strong understanding of diverse healthcare settings. Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems and often certifications like BLS or ACLS are typically required. Flexibility, strong communication, and the ability to quickly adapt to new environments set top contract nurses apart. These skills ensure seamless integration into different teams, maintain quality patient care, and support efficient operations during short-term assignments.

What are some common challenges nurses face while working on RN contract assignments, and how can they prepare for them?

RN contract roles often require rapid adaptation to new healthcare settings, procedures, and team dynamics. Contract nurses may face challenges such as quickly learning facility-specific protocols, integrating with unfamiliar teams, and managing varying patient loads. To prepare, it’s helpful to research the facility beforehand, maintain strong communication skills, and stay organized to handle different expectations. Many contract nurses find that flexibility and a proactive approach to learning are key to success in these roles.

What Does a Contract RN Do?

A contract RN is someone who completes all the duties and responsibilities of a nurse but is contracted for a temporary amount of time. During that contract, you are typically expected to work full-time. After the assignment is completed, you may travel to another healthcare facility for another contract or take time off as you see fit. Because of this flexible schedule, a contract RN often works weekends or holidays that are included in the time agreement. You can find a nursing agency or contractor that places you in a contract position.

What are RN contract jobs?

RN contract jobs are temporary nursing positions where registered nurses (RNs) are hired for a specific period, usually through a staffing agency or directly with a healthcare facility. These contracts can range from a few weeks to several months and often offer higher pay rates and flexible schedules compared to permanent positions. RN contract jobs are common in hospitals, clinics, and long-term care facilities, especially when there is a staffing shortage or seasonal demand. Nurses in these roles perform the same duties as permanent staff but may not receive the same benefits. This option is ideal for RNs seeking variety, travel opportunities, or a change of pace in their careers.
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Infographic showing various Rn Contract job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 45% Full Time, 26% Part Time, and 28% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $92,525 per year, or $44.5 per hour.

Registered Nurse (RN) Contract

Interim HealthCare of Wichita

Wichita, KS

$40/hr

Other

Posted 25 days ago

Job description

Registered Nurse (RN)

 in Wichita, KS

Not all nursing paths are the same—some are genuinely better. No doubt, nursing is a demanding profession, but as an RN for Interim HealthCare® Staffing, you’ll have total control over your schedule and the assignments you work!

As the nation’s first healthcare staffing company, Interim HealthCare Staffing has created a career path for RNs that makes work-life balance achievable and rewarding. Since 1966, we’ve been helping nurses pursue their calling to care for others without compromising their personal priorities. If you’re ready to experience the flexibility and fulfillment that healthcare staffing offers, you are made for this!

Our Registered Nurses enjoy some notable benefits:

  • $40 / hour - paid weekly
  • Flexible scheduling, variety of assignments and work-life balance
  • Per diem, block schedule, contract, temp-to-hire and direct-hire positions
  • * Current Contract - Monday - Friday 8a-5p - Sedgwick County Health Department
  • * Current Contract - Mon, Wed, Fri 8a - 5p - Hospice Visits
  • * Current Contract - Nights - Geriatric Psych
  • Online training, growth and ability to earn CEUs
  • Tuition discounts through Rasmussen University

As a Registered Nurse, here’s a big-picture view of what you’ll do:

  • Care for patients with a variety of illnesses, injuries and diseases in facilities such as clinics, medical offices, assisted living facilities, nursing homes, hospitals and schools
  • Work with a team of physicians and oversee LPNs, CNAs and aides providing patient care
  • Examine patients, conduct assessments, document condition and report changes to physician
  • Review, interpret, transcribe and carry out physician orders for patients
  • Administer medication, operate medical equipment and maintain a safe environment  

A few must-haves for Registered Nurses:

  • Graduate of an accredited nursing program and active RN license in Kansas
  • CPR certification
  • Demonstrated clinical proficiency, critical thinking skills, good communicator and compassionate

Why Work for Interim HealthCare Staffing?

Founded in 1966, Interim HealthCare Staffing is the nation’s first healthcare staffing company and a leading employer of Registered Nurses (RNs). Operating through 300+ offices, our commitment to nurses is expressed through our passion to put patients first; a culture that values and appreciates nurses; and our ongoing efforts to advocate for nurses in ways that elevate their profession and reward their sacrificial work. Join a nationwide network of RNs who have discovered the balance and fulfillment that healthcare staffing brings.

Interim HealthCare is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

 

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