Table of Contents
- Find Current Travel Nursing Jobs in Kansas 2024
- Kansas Licensure Information and Requirements
- Kansas CEU Requirements
- What Is the Average Travel Nursing Salary in Kansas?
- How To Become a Travel Nurse in Kansas With Trusted Nurse Staffing in Three Simple Steps
- Why Should You Consider Becoming a Travel Nurse in Kansas?
- What Are The High-Demand Travel Nursing Specialities in Kansas Right Now?
- FAQs About Kansas Travel Nursing
Find Current Travel Nurse Jobs in Kansas
Kansas Licensure Information and Requirements
For the most up-to-date information on licensure and fees in Kansas, visit the Kansas Board of Nursing or contact them at (785) 296-4929.
Licensure Requirements
Kansas is part of the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC), so you will not need a Kansas nursing license to practice travel nursing in this state if you have a valid license for another Compact state.
However, if you don’t have a multistate license, you will need to apply for licensure by endorsement.
Nurses (RNs and LPNs) that need to fill out an application by endorsement must meet the following requirements:
- Submit official transcripts
- Submit verification of original licensure
- Submit fingerprint cards and background check waivers
- Submit supporting documents if a legal history needs to be reported
- If applying for a multi-state license, nurses must:
- Meet the requirements for licensure in the home state
- Have graduated from a board-approved program or an international education program approved by the authorized accrediting body
- Pass an English proficiency exam (for international applicants)
- Have passed the NCLEX exam
- Be eligible or hold an unencumbered license
- Submit state and federal fingerprint-based background checks
- Have no state or federal convictions
- Have no misdemeanor convictions related to nursing
- Not be a participant in an alternative program (or self-disclose current participation
- Have a valid social security number
A temporary permit (for 120 days) may be issued to a nurse seeking a renewal license if they have not completed their 30 hours of continuing education. Temporary permits are not offered for nurses waiting on their licensure by endorsement application to be approved.
Licensure Fees
Licensure fees are as follows:
- Application for single-state license – $100.00
- Application for multi-state license – $125.00
- Application for reinstatement of license with/without a temporary permit – $150.00
- Fingerprint and background check fee – $48
Nurse Licensure Compact Status
Kansas entered the Nurse Licensure Compact agreement on July 1, 2019.
Is Kansas a Walk-Through State?
Kansas is not a walk-through state.
Kansas CEU Requirements
RNs and LPNs in Kansas must complete 30 contact hours of approved Continuing Nursing Education (CNE) during the most recent licensing period.
What Is the Average Travel Nursing Salary in Kansas?
The average travel nurse salary in Kansas is $2,022 per week. It’s important to remember that salaries change depending on location and nursing specialty.
Cities in Kansas With the Highest Travel Nursing Salaries
Kansas City
The average travel nurse salary in Kansas City, Kansas, is $2,287 per week.
Lenexa
The average travel nurse salary in Lenexa, Kansas, is $2,283 per week.
Liberal
The average travel nurse salary in Liberal, Kansas, is $2,198 per week.
Overland Park
The average travel nurse salary in Overland Park, Kansas, is $2,135 per week.
Olathe
The average travel nurse salary in Olathe, Kansas, is $2,133 per week.
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How To Become a Travel Nurse in Kansas With Trusted Nurse Staffing in 3 Simple Steps
Start with our Pronto job search. Pronto makes your search for Kansas travel nursing assignments easy. You can use filters based on compensation, location, and shifts available to find assignments based on your unique needs.
From there, you can easily browse the many listings for travel nurse jobs in Kansas. If you don’t see anything that appeals to you, don’t worry. Update your settings and Pronto will notify you when other travel nurse jobs in Kansas become available.
Once you’ve found the perfect travel assignment for you, all you need to do is sign up, sign in, and apply!
Everything can be done within Pronto. You can apply, upload your credentials, enter your preferred start date, and more.
If you find yourself with questions at any time, one of our Trusted Nurse Staffing support team members will be on standby to help you with your job search.
Once you’ve found your dream travel nursing job in Kansas, all that’s left is to review and sign your contract and you’re ready to pack your bags.
Who knows, maybe you’ll like Kansas so much that you’ll want to extend your contract. Or you might find that you’re ready for the next adventure and you want to apply for an assignment in another state.
Our staff can assist you through the process, no matter what you decide to do.
Why Should You Consider Becoming a Travel Nurse in Kansas?
If you’re looking for variety while pursuing your dream of travel nursing, Kansas may just be the place for you.
Known as the Sunflower State, Kansas is the perfect blend of rolling prairies, quaint small-town charm, and big city lights. From the Sedgwick County Zoo & botanical gardens in Wichita to the prairie grasses blanketing the eastern Flint Hills, Kansas offers a bit of everything.
Is it the city life you crave? You’ll find plenty of fantastic restaurants, shopping, and culture in Overland Park, Wichita, and Kansas City. You can sample local favorites such as melt-in-your-mouth BBQ ribs or German bierocks. And with a quick hop over the state line, you can take in a KC Chiefs football game in nearby Kansas City, Missouri.
If you’re a history buff, Kansas won’t disappoint. You can visit the Brown v. Board of Education National Historic Site in Topeka to explore the legacy of the US Supreme Court decision to end racial segregation. And you’ll find plenty of museums to browse including The Mid-America All-Indian Center in Wichita, The Flint Hills Discovery Center in Hutchinson, and the Oz Museum in Oswego, which celebrates all things Wizard of Oz.
When it comes to opportunities for travel nursing, Kansas offers a range of positions as vast as its prairies. There are thriving hospitals in the cities of Wichita, Kansas City, and Overland Park as well as an abundance of nursing options in the smaller cities and towns.
What Are The High-Demand Travel Nursing Specialities in Kansas Right Now?
FAQs About Kansas Travel Nursing
What Are Your Active Travel Nursing Jobs in Overland Park?
Looking for travel nursing jobs in Overland Park? Use the Pronto job search to view nurse job listings and find the travel nursing position that is right for you.
What Are Your Active Travel Nursing Jobs in Kansas City?
Interested in Kansas City travel nursing jobs? KC is a great place to live and work. Start your search for travel nursing jobs in Kansas City by using the Pronto job search.
What Are Your Active Travel Nursing Jobs in Wichita?
Are you looking for a travel nursing job in Wichita? We’ve got you covered. Check out available listings on Pronto. We’ll even notify you each time a new posting becomes available.
Housing For Travel Nurses In Kansas: How Do I Go About Finding Housing?
“Choosing to accept a stipend doesn’t mean that your recruiter at Trusted Nurse Staffing won’t be there to help you along the way. Connect with us, and we can give you insights into the various areas and even connect you with rental properties used by travel nurses in the past.”
How Do I Find The Best Travel Nursing Agencies In Kansas?
Overwhelmed by the multitude of options for travel nursing agencies in Kansas? Here are a few ideas to help narrow your search:
- Read other nurses’ online reviews of travel nursing companies in Kansas.
- Get in touch with recruiters from several agencies. This will give you a great idea of how easy it is to get in touch with the agency and how they may support you in your travel nursing jobs in Kansas.
- Take a close look at the benefits. Just because an agency offers a higher rate of pay, doesn’t mean they will have the best benefits.
What Benefits Do I Receive As A Travel Nurse In Kansas?
Travel nurse benefits vary from agency to agency.
When you choose Trusted Nurse Staffing over the other travel nursing companies in Kansas, you will be privy to benefits not offered by some other agencies.
At Trusted Nurse Staffing, you will receive:
Competitive Compensation
- 401(k) with 4% match after 1,000 hours and 1 year of employment
- Weekly Paychecks
- Direct Deposit
- Overtime/Double Time is Available
- Customizable Pay Packages
Top-Tier Bonus Opportunities:
- $1500 Referral Bonus Program
- Loyalty Program
- Sign-on & Completion Bonus
- Discount Program
Leading Health & Wellness Benefits:
- Employer Sponsored Health Insurance
- HRA Card to fully cover healthcare deductibles
- Guardian Dental and Vision Insurance
- Wellness Benefits
Additional Insurance Benefits:
- Portable Permanent Whole Life Insurance
- License, Certifications & CEU reimbursements
- Portable Short-term/Longterm
- Disability Insurance
Work Flexibility:
- Flexible contract options
- Full/Part Time Work, Per Diem
- Housing, Meal and Travel Stipends
- Rental Car Options
Best In Class and Communication:
- On Day 1, you’ll get matched with your own dedicated support team that includes clinical support, payroll, and compliance experts, with ongoing assignment advocacy.
How Long Are Travel Nursing Jobs In Kansas?
When it comes to the length of assignments for travel nursing, Kansas offers plenty of choices.
As one of the top travel nursing agencies in Kansas, Trusted Nurse Staffing offers flexible contracts with options for 6, 8, and 13-week-long nursing assignments. And if you end up loving your travel nursing experience in Kansas, your Trusted Nurse Staffing recruiter can help you extend it.
Why Should I Apply To Travel Nursing Jobs In Kansas With Trusted Nurse Staffing?
Trusted Nurse Staffing is different.
Besides the terrific benefits we offer, the biggest difference between Trusted Nurse Staffing and the other travel nursing agencies in Kansas is the personalized support we give our nurses.
Our team is available around the clock to answer your questions and provide you with the highest level of care before, during, and after each nursing assignment.