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Healthcare · Kansas City, MO
Registered Nurse jobs in Kansas City, MO
Registered nurses assess patients, administer medications, and coordinate care in hospitals, clinics, and home settings. They work with physicians and families to carry out treatment plans.
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$28–$57/hr
Typical pay range
$83k
Median, full-time
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Summary This Registered Nurse (Cath Lab/Non-Invasive/Stress Test) position - located in Kansas City - MO. Delivers and manages the care of patients undergoing therapeutic and diagnostic cardiology procedures including bo…
$2,045 per month
Job Overview TLC Nursing Associates, Inc. is seeking an experienced RN – NICU for travel assignments . This role involves providing... ...assignments . Qualifications Education: Active Registered Nurse (RN) license . Exp…
A nationally recognized hospital in Kansas City with more than 585 beds is seeking an experienced Operating Room Registered Nurse to join its surgical services team. This advanced medical center is home to a Level I Trau…
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What registered nurses earn in Kansas City
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $28–$35 | $58k–$73k |
| Mid level | $35–$44 | $73k–$92k |
| Senior | $43–$57 | $89k–$118k |
Adjusted for the Kansas City market from national ranges.
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What employers ask for
The skills these listings keep naming
Patient assessmentMedication administrationElectronic health records (EHR)IV therapyCare planningBLS/ACLS certificationPatient educationClear documentationCalm under pressure
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Interview questions worth rehearsing
With the thing the interviewer is actually listening for
Tell me about a time you caught a medication error before it reached a patient.
Walk through the situation factually: what you noticed, how you verified it, and who you escalated to. Emphasize the double-check habit, not blame.
How do you prioritize when several patients need you at once?
Describe a triage framework, such as airway and vital signs first, then time-sensitive medications. A concrete example from a busy shift lands better than theory.
Describe a difficult interaction with a patient's family and how you handled it.
Show that you listened first, acknowledged their fear, and set clear expectations. End with what the outcome was for the patient.
How do you handle a disagreement with a physician about a patient's care?
Employers want respectful advocacy. Describe stating your observation with data, asking questions, and using the chain of command when needed.
What do you do to prevent burnout on demanding units?
Be honest and specific: boundaries around shifts, debriefing with colleagues, or supervision. Self-awareness reads as maturity, not weakness.
How do you keep documentation accurate at the end of a long shift?
Mention charting in real time where possible and reviewing before handoff. Tie it to patient safety and legal accuracy rather than habit.
Why did you choose this specialty or unit?
Connect a real clinical experience to the unit's patient population. Interviewers are checking fit and staying power, not passion statements.
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Resume tips that move the needle
For registered nurses specifically — generic advice costs you here
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List your RN license state, number status, and compact-state eligibility near the top, along with BLS, ACLS, or PALS certifications.
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Name the unit types and patient ratios you have worked, such as med-surg with 1:5 or ICU with 1:2, so recruiters can place you quickly.
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Quantify clinical scope: beds on the unit, EHR systems used (Epic, Cerner), and any charge nurse or preceptor shifts.
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Include specialty certifications like CCRN or CMSRN and the year earned; they often filter first-round screening.
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If you are a recent graduate, lead with clinical rotations, hours, and the settings where you trained.
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Where this role goes
Typical progression
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Graduate Nurse
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Registered Nurse
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Charge Nurse
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Nurse Manager
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Director of Nursing
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