Contract Nurse RN Jobs

Contract Nurse RN jobs are open across hospitals, long-term care facilities, outpatient clinics, and travel staffing agencies, at every level from new-grad to seasoned specialty nurse, with common specializations in ICU, medical-surgical, and labor and delivery. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles870+
Top stateTexas
Top employerHealthTrust Workforce Solutions
Top cityDallas, TX
Work type77% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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HealthTrust Workforce Solutions
Registered Nurse (RN) | Operating Room (OR) - Contract - Days
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Registered Nurse (RN) | Operating Room (OR) - Contract - Days
HealthTrust Workforce Solutions
Sachse, Texas
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
1,001-5,000

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Registered Nurse (RN) | Progressive Care Unit (PCU) - Contract - Days
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Registered Nurse (RN) | Progressive Care Unit (PCU) - Contract - Days
HealthTrust Workforce Solutions
San Antonio, Texas
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
1,001-5,000

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Registered Nurse (RN) | Medical Intensive Care (MICU) - Contract - Nights
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Registered Nurse (RN) | Medical Intensive Care (MICU) - Contract - Nights
HealthTrust Workforce Solutions
Salem, Virginia
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
1,001-5,000

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Registered Nurse (RN) | Labor & Delivery (L&D) - Contract - Nights
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Registered Nurse (RN) | Labor & Delivery (L&D) - Contract - Nights
HealthTrust Workforce Solutions
Aurora, Colorado
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
1,001-5,000

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Registered Nurse (RN) | Progressive Care Unit (PCU) - Contract - Nights
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Registered Nurse (RN) | Progressive Care Unit (PCU) - Contract - Nights
HealthTrust Workforce Solutions
Smyrna, Tennessee
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
1,001-5,000

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Contract Nurse RN Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • HealthTrust Workforce Solutions
    HealthTrust Workforce Solutions565
  • DiningRD
    DiningRD36
  • AdventHealth Redmond
    AdventHealth Redmond26
  • AdventHealth Shawnee Mission
    AdventHealth Shawnee Mission19
  • Talented Medical Solutions
    Talented Medical Solutions10

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Insurance

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in contract nurse RN jobs.

  • Active RN license in the state of employment or a Nurse Licensure Compact license
  • Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association
  • Minimum one to two years of recent acute care or specialty unit experience
  • ACLS or PALS certification depending on unit type and patient population
  • Proficiency with an electronic health record system such as Epic or Cerner
  • Ability to complete credentialing, drug screening, and background check before start date

Tips for Your Contract Nurse RN Job Search

Tailor your resume to each specialty

Highlight the specific unit type, patient ratios, and acuity level for each position you've held. A contract nurse rn resume that spells out ICU drips, vent management, or post-surgical recovery stands out far more than a generic list of clinical duties.

Verify your compact license status early

Contract roles often cross state lines, so confirm whether your RN license is under a Nurse Licensure Compact state before applying. If it isn't, start the endorsement process in your target state well ahead of your preferred start date to avoid delays.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists contract nurse rn openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Filter by unit type not just title

Job titles for contract nurse rn roles vary widely across facilities. Search by unit keywords like PACU, telemetry, or NICU alongside the RN title to surface openings that actually match your clinical background and avoid mismatched applications.

Prepare for a rapid credentialing interview

Many contract facilities conduct a brief clinical screening call before extending an offer. Refresh your recall on unit-specific protocols, your most recent patient census, and any hospital-specific EHR systems you've used, since these come up far more often than behavioral questions.

Negotiate contract terms beyond the base rate

When an offer comes through, ask specifically about housing stipends, travel reimbursement, overtime structure, and whether the contract includes guaranteed hours. These variables often matter more to total take-home pay than the hourly rate alone.

Contract Nurse RN Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most contract nurse rns?

The companies hiring the most contract nurse rns right now include HealthTrust Workforce Solutions, DiningRD, and AdventHealth Redmond, with the largest share of openings in Texas, North Carolina, and Georgia, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Demand tends to concentrate in facilities managing high patient volume or seasonal census fluctuations.

How many contract nurse rn jobs are remote?

About 23% of contract nurse rn openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting that most RN roles require direct patient contact. Sub-areas most likely to offer remote or telehealth arrangements include case management, utilization review, and remote patient monitoring positions within the contract nursing category.

How do you become a contract nurse rn?

You become a contract nurse rn by first earning an Associate Degree in Nursing or a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, passing the NCLEX-RN, and obtaining licensure in your state. From there, build clinical experience in a staff role before pursuing contracts, as most facilities require demonstrated unit-specific competency before accepting contract applicants.

Can you get a contract nurse rn job with little experience?

Getting a contract nurse rn role with limited experience is possible but competitive, since most facilities require at least one year of acute care experience on the relevant unit. New grads are better positioned by starting in a staff RN role, completing a residency program, and then transitioning to contract work once they have documented competency and strong references.

What does the contract nurse rn interview process look like?

The contract nurse rn interview process typically begins with a brief phone or video screening from a staffing coordinator, followed by a clinical interview with the unit manager covering patient care scenarios, charting systems, and unit-specific protocols. Some facilities also require skills checklists and competency verifications before extending a formal offer.

Where can I find and apply to contract nurse rn jobs?

You can find and apply to contract nurse rn jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your specialty, experience level, and preferred location, then apply directly to each listing that fits.

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