Registered Nurse | RN | TEL (Contract)

Lawrence, Kansas

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Favorite Healthcare Staffing is looking for an experienced Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse (RN) for a travel contract in Lawrence, KS! This role comes through Favorite Healthcare Staffing, a staffing partner, so ask which facility you would land in.

Posted Sep 18

Shift and hours: 12 hour · nights Shift & Schedule: Full-Time, 12 Hour Nights
Unit and setting: Intensive Care Unit · Hospital Favorite Healthcare Staffing is looking for an experienced Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse (RN) for a travel contract in Lawrence, KS!
License: RN license Active Kansas Registered Nurse License requiredKansas Registered Nurse License
Term: 13 weeks · Travel Shift & Schedule: Full-Time, 12 Hour NightsFull-Time

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License: Kansas Registered Nurse License Active Kansas Registered Nurse License required Check your license
Certification: BLS Current BLS, ACLS, NIHSS Certifications required
Certification: ACLS
Certification: NIHSS
Experience: 1 year of recent ICU RN experience Must have 1 year of recent Intensive Care Unit RN experience in a large hospital setting
Experience: Intensive Care Unit RN experience in a large hospital setting

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What it pays

Against similar roles: In range for Kansas travel rolesKansas travel postings that state pay run $1,800/week to $2,510/week, the middle half $1,960/week to $2,370/week, across 83 postings.
Bonus: Referral Bonus Program
Eligibility: First Day Health Insurance
Pay reviews: Range is based on weekly hours and may include taxable wages and tax-free expense reimbursements Weekly Gross Pay Range of $2,025 - $2,314 per week; range is based on weekly hours and may include taxable wages and tax-free expense reimbursements.

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BenefitsLive Recruiters, Customer Service, & Tech Support 24/7/365Live Recruiters, Customer Service, & Tech Support 24/7/365
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BenefitsFirst Day Health InsuranceReferral Bonus Program, First Day Health Insurance, 401(k) Retirement Plans & Match
Benefits401(k) Retirement Plans & Match
BenefitsLicense & Continuing Education ReimbursementLicense & Continuing Education Reimbursement
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Weekly Gross Pay Range of $2,025 - $2,314 per week; range is based on weekly hours and may include taxable wages and tax-free expense reimbursements.

At Favorite Healthcare Staffing, we aspire to learn what thrills you about being a travel nurse. Our exceptional recruiters thrive on the challenge of discovering the perfect position for you. From day one, your dedicated recruiter has your back as you search for your next adventure. Apply today to join the Favorite Family!

Favorite Healthcare Staffing is looking for an experienced Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse (RN) for a travel contract in Lawrence, KS! This assignment is for 13 weeks and ideal candidates will have at least 1 year of recent experience as a RN.

Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse (RN) Position Details

Contract Length: 13 Weeks

Location: Lawrence, KS

Facility Type: Hospital

Shift & Schedule:

Full-Time, 12 Hour Nights

Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse (RN)

Requirements

Must have 1 year of recent Intensive Care Unit RN experience in a large hospital setting

Active Kansas Registered Nurse License required

Current BLS, ACLS, NIHSS Certifications required

Perks of Traveling with Favorite

Live Recruiters, Customer Service, & Tech Support 24/7/365

Schedule Shifts & Submit Timecards on Favorite Mobile App

Referral Bonus Program, First Day Health Insurance, 401(k) Retirement Plans & Match

License & Continuing Education Reimbursement

Travel nursing with Favorite Healthcare Staffing gives you the opportunity to advance your career, develop new skills, and experience new things, all while exploring the country. Call 800-755-1411 to speak to your Favorite Recruiter today!

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What's around it?

In Lawrence, KS

Lawrence, KSFrom Census ACS 2024.

Living costs about 10% below the US average

Median rent: $1,091/mo
Household income: $65,009/yr, all local households, not nurse pay

Life in Lawrence, KS

NeighborhoodsNurses and professionals in Lawrence choose from a variety of distinct residential pockets. Old West Lawrence offers historic charm, classic architecture, and mature tree-lined streets within easy walking distance of downtown. West Lawrence and Western Hills feature quieter suburban streets, spacious single-family homes, and convenient access to shopping and parks. Pinckney sits conveniently close to the University of Kansas campus, the river, and downtown, making it a popular pick for renters and young professionals. Neighborhoods like Barker cater to regional commuters with quick access to major roads, while Alvamar offers a higher-end residential pocket bordered by golf course fairways. Budget-conscious buyers often explore Lawrence Heights and Sunflower for more attainable entry points into the local market.

Nurses and professionals in Lawrence choose from a variety of distinct residential pockets. Old West Lawrence offers historic charm, classic architecture, and mature tree-lined streets within easy walking distance of downtown.

West Lawrence and Western Hills feature quieter suburban streets, spacious single-family homes, and convenient access to shopping and parks. Pinckney sits conveniently close to the University of Kansas campus, the river, and downtown, making it a popular pick for renters and young professionals.

Neighborhoods like Barker cater to regional commuters with quick access to major roads, while Alvamar offers a higher-end residential pocket bordered by golf course fairways. Budget-conscious buyers often explore Lawrence Heights and Sunflower for more attainable entry points into the local market.

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As of Sep 16, 2026Source 1: pmsmoving.com Source 2: riverjournalonline.com

Getting aroundCommuting within Lawrence is straightforward, with typical intra-city drive times averaging roughly 16 to 20 minutes from residential neighborhoods to local healthcare and university facilities. Public transit is served by the Lawrence Transit System in coordination with university routes such as KU on Wheels and evening KU SafeRide services. For healthcare staff commuting regionally, the city sits along corridors connecting to Topeka to the west and Johnson County and Kansas City to the east, while smaller nearby communities like Eudora, Baldwin City, and De Soto offer alternative bedroom-community drives. Regional and national air transit runs through Kansas City International Airport, located roughly a 45-minute drive northeast.

Commuting within Lawrence is straightforward, with typical intra-city drive times averaging roughly 16 to 20 minutes from residential neighborhoods to local healthcare and university facilities. Public transit is served by the Lawrence Transit System in coordination with university routes such as KU on Wheels and evening KU SafeRide services.

For healthcare staff commuting regionally, the city sits along corridors connecting to Topeka to the west and Johnson County and Kansas City to the east, while smaller nearby communities like Eudora, Baldwin City, and De Soto offer alternative bedroom-community drives. Regional and national air transit runs through Kansas City International Airport, located roughly a 45-minute drive northeast.

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As of Sep 16, 2026Source 1: realestate.usnews.com Source 2: riverjournalonline.com Source 3: international.ku.edu Source 4: dailyiowan.com Source 5: facebook.com

OutdoorsOutdoor enthusiasts head to Clinton State Park and Clinton Lake on the western edge of town for boating, camping, swimming, mountain biking, and hiking trails. Within the city, Prairie Park Nature Center encompasses over 100 acres of wetlands, woodlands, prairie grasslands, and fishing ponds. Locals also frequent the Baker Wetlands for birdwatching and walking, disc golf at Centennial Park, sports recreation at Rock Chalk Park, and seasonal outings to Washington Creek Lavender Farm.

Outdoor enthusiasts head to Clinton State Park and Clinton Lake on the western edge of town for boating, camping, swimming, mountain biking, and hiking trails. Within the city, Prairie Park Nature Center encompasses over 100 acres of wetlands, woodlands, prairie grasslands, and fishing ponds.

Locals also frequent the Baker Wetlands for birdwatching and walking, disc golf at Centennial Park, sports recreation at Rock Chalk Park, and seasonal outings to Washington Creek Lavender Farm.

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As of Sep 16, 2026Source 1: movingproz.com Source 2: explorelawrence.com Source 3: facebook.com

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Living in Lawrence

Lawrence stands out as an energetic, culturally progressive college town positioned conveniently between Topeka and the Kansas City metropolitan area. For relocating nurses, daily life is anchored by Massachusetts Street, where historic turn-of-the-century architecture houses independent bookstores, bustling coffee shops, and landmark dining spots like Free State Brewing Company. Typical commutes across town average under twenty minutes, making shift work manageable whether living in historic Old West Lawrence, suburban West Lawrence, or campus-adjacent Pinckney. Days off can be spent exploring the trails at Prairie Park Nature Center, boating on Clinton Lake, or immersing yourself in the fervent KU basketball scene at the Booth Family Hall of Athletics. The town's vibrant civic life shines through beloved community events like the Art Tougeau mobile parade and the equestrian Old Fashioned Christmas Parade. Relocating healthcare professionals must weigh real tradeoffs, however: housing costs are elevated compared to neighboring Topeka, and newcomers must navigate four intense seasons featuring humid summers, brisk winters, and windy storm cycles. Overall, Lawrence provides a tight-knit community with intellectual energy and rich lifestyle amenities.

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