Clinical Nurse Jobs in Texas
Clinical Nurse jobs in Texas are concentrated in Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, and San Antonio, where large systems such as Texas Health Resources, Memorial Hermann, and Baylor Scott & White maintain consistent hiring across acute care, perioperative, and oncology units. Demand reaches from new-graduate positions through senior clinical roles, making Texas one of the most active markets for clinical nurses in the country. The most sought-after specialties include med-surg, critical care, and labor and delivery. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Job Summary and Qualifications
The Clinical Nurse Coordinator (CNC) ensures and delivers high quality, patient-centered care and coordination of all functions in the unit/department during the designated shift. In collaboration with other members of the management team, the CNC directs, monitors, and evaluates nursing care in accordance with established policies/procedures, serves as a resource person for staff, and models a commitment to the organization’s vision/mission/values to support an unparalleled patient experience and clinical outcomes that contribute to overall departmental performance.
What you will do in this role:
- Assists with admission and discharge processes to ensure efficient throughput and high quality, patient-centered care.
- Participates in the ongoing assessment of the quality of patient care services provided in the unit, in collaboration with other members of the management team.
- Collaborates with subject matter experts and other managers to create an environment of teamwork that supports improved outcomes and service.
- Supports a patient-first philosophy and engages in service recovery when necessary.
- Supports the efforts of the facility to improve engagement by operationalizing current nursing strategies, including employee rounding, hourly rounds, and other initiatives.
- Provides recommendations related to interviewing, selecting, and training new staff. Recommends and implements courses of action, including training and development, conflict resolution, personnel policy compliance, completion of performance evaluations, and/or disciplinary actions to ensure a competitively better organization.
- Assists with staff scheduling. Manages all practical aspects of staff labor in accordance with patient care needs and established productivity guidelines.
- Supports proper inventory control and assists with managing supplies and equipment.
What qualifications you will need:
- Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
- (RN) Registered Nurse
- Bachelors Degree Required
Benefits
HCA Houston Healthcare West, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:
- Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
- Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
- Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
- Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
- Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
- Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts
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Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.
"There is so much good to do in the world and so many different ways to do it."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder
HCA Houston Healthcare West is a full-service, 300+ bed hospital that has been offering exceptional care to the West Houston communities for over 30 years. We proudly provide Houston residents with exceptional healthcare, including a vast-array of medical services from board-certified doctors and nationally accredited departments. We are recognized as a Certified Primary Stroke Center by the Joint Commission and under an affiliation agreement with The Woman’s Hospital of Texas, we are able to bring our community The Woman’s Hospital of Texas at West Houston, a three-story cardiac and critical care tower. The Sugar Land Cancer Center and the Sugar Land Diagnostic Center, departments with HCA Houston Healthcare West, provide additional services to meet the needs of our community. We are members of HCA Houston Healthcare, the most comprehensive family of hospitals in the region and part of the leading provider of healthcare in the country, HCA Healthcare. Together we are stronger, smarter and more accessible in providing the patient-centered care you need close to home.
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Be a part of an organization that leverages our size to make a real impact in our industry! Our Talent Acquisition team is reviewing applications for our Clinical Nurse Coordinator Med Surg Telemetry opening. Submit your application today and help advance the practice of nursing.
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Clinical Nurse Job Market in Texas
A snapshot from current Texas openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Methodist Healthcare System27

- HCA Houston Healthcare20

- St. David's HealthCare16

- Fresenius Medical Care13

- Medical City Healthcare10

Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services26
- Education3
- Technology & Software2
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals1
What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in clinical nurse jobs across Texas.
- Active Registered Nurse license issued or recognized by the Texas Board of Nursing
- Associate or Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree from an accredited program
- Current BLS certification required, with ACLS preferred for acute care settings
- Minimum one to two years of clinical nursing experience in a hospital or healthcare facility
- Proficiency with electronic health record systems such as Epic or Cerner
- Strong assessment, critical thinking, and patient communication skills demonstrated in clinical settings
Clinical Nurse Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a clinical nurse in Texas?
To become a clinical nurse in Texas, you must hold a nursing degree from an accredited program and pass the NCLEX-RN exam, then apply for licensure through the Texas Board of Nursing. Texas participates in the Nurse Licensure Compact, so nurses licensed in other compact states can work in Texas without obtaining a separate license. Most clinical nurse roles require at least an Associate Degree in Nursing, though many employers prefer a Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
How much do clinical nurses make in Texas?
Clinical nurses in Texas earn a median of about $95,970 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $67,120 for the lowest 10% to over $127,950 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire clinical nurses in Texas?
Texas clinical nurse roles are posted by Methodist Healthcare System, HCA Houston Healthcare, and St. David's HealthCare and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Texas's concentration of large integrated health systems, academic medical centers, and regional hospital networks means consistent openings across specialties and experience levels throughout the state.
Which Texas cities have the most clinical nurse jobs?
Houston, San Antonio, and Austin have the most clinical nurse openings in Texas right now. Houston drives volume through its dense cluster of major medical centers and specialty hospitals, Dallas-Fort Worth reflects the region's rapid population growth and the size of its integrated health systems, and San Antonio benefits from a strong military healthcare presence alongside large civilian hospital networks.
Are there remote clinical nurse jobs in Texas?
Yes, but they're rare. Clinical nursing is a hands-on, patient-facing role, so the large majority of positions require on-site work. About 11% of clinical nurse openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those that do appear remotely tend to involve telephone triage, care coordination, or utilization review rather than direct bedside care.
How can I get hired as a clinical nurse in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to a nurse residency program, which large Texas employers such as Baylor Scott & White, Texas Health Resources, and Memorial Hermann run specifically for new graduates. These structured programs provide supervised clinical hours and a transition into a permanent role. Candidates who hold a BSN, have completed clinical rotations in acute care settings, and hold current BLS certification are most competitive. Lateral moves from roles such as patient care technician or licensed vocational nurse also open doors to clinical nurse positions.
Where can I find and apply to clinical nurse jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to clinical nurse jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings across hospitals, health systems, and outpatient facilities. Search the roles that match your specialty and experience level, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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