<p>A 13-week travel RN contract in Joplin, Missouri is open for an experienced Long-Term Care nurse at an acute care facility. This variable 12-hour shift position offers a competitive blended compensation package for both local and travel candidates, with immediate start availability. Joplin sits in southwest Missouri at the crossroads of four states, offering a low cost of living and a tight-knit community feel with easy regional access.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Local pay rate: $50.00 per hour</li> <li>Travel compensation package: $26.00/hr taxed base + $1,000 non-taxed stipend + $250 mobilization allowance</li> <li>Weekly direct deposit</li> <li>Travel and housing stipends; access to an extensive housing network with corporate discounts</li> <li>Comprehensive health plan including medical, dental, vision, and ancillary benefits</li> <li>Referral bonuses and rewards & recognition program</li> <li>Dedicated licensing and compliance team support</li> <li>24/7 team support throughout the assignment</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Specialty focus: Long-Term Care within an acute care facility setting</li> <li>13-week contract with variable 12-hour shifts</li> <li>Float requirement: must be willing and able to float to all units within the facility</li> <li>Immediate opening — position is available now</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Current, valid Missouri RN license required</li> <li>Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association required</li> <li>Minimum 2 years of RN experience required</li> <li>Demonstrated ability to float to all units</li> <li>Criminal background check required as a condition of employment per state law</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Joplin, Missouri is a mid-sized city in the southwest corner of the state, positioned near the borders of Kansas, Oklahoma, and Arkansas — making it a natural hub for the four-state region. The city offers an affordable cost of living, a revitalized downtown, and access to outdoor recreation including the Ozark Highlands and nearby lakes. For travel nurses seeking a welcoming community with regional connectivity and low day-to-day expenses, Joplin is a strong assignment destination.</p>