Emergency Department Registered Nurse Jobs in Houston, TX
Emergency Department Registered Nurse jobs in Houston are concentrated in the Texas Medical Center, Midtown, and the Heights corridor, with strong demand across Level I trauma centers, academic health systems, and large community hospitals. Employers actively hiring include Houston Methodist, CommonSpirit Health, and Memorial Hermann Health System. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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We hold ourselves and the careers we build to a higher standard.
At Houston Methodist, nurses develop their skills through a wide range of educational programs, collaborate with physicians to provide the best care and build upon a world-class reputation for excellence in patient care, education and research. We hold ourselves - and the careers we build - to a higher standard. Our growing, inclusive health care system offers:
- Superior practice settings
- High safety standards
- Professional development & nursing education
- Meaningful collaboration with physicians
- Unparalleled support
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science degree or higher from an accredited School of Nursing
- Twelve months registered nurse experience in a healthcare environment
- Texas RN license or temporary TX RN license, should obtain permanent license within 90 days. Compact license acceptable according to current Board of Nursing requirements
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Other credentials and certifications as defined by unit/service line
I CARE VALUES
INTEGRITY
We are honest and ethical in all we say and do.
COMPASSION
We embrace the whole person and respond to emotional, ethical and spiritual concerns as well as physical needs.
ACCOUNTABILITY
We hold ourselves accountable for our actions.
RESPECT
We treat every individual as a person of worth, dignity and value.
EXCELLENCE
We strive to be the best at what we do and a model for others to emulate.
Fast Facts | Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital
- 358 operating beds
- 20 operating rooms
- 1,171 affiliated physicians
- 2,300 employees
- 21,717 inpatients
- 230,466 outpatients
- 62,932 emergency room visits
Hear From Our Chief Nursing Executive, Nicole Twine
Nicole Twine, PhD, APRN, ACNP-BC, NE-BC
Vice President & Chief Nursing Officer
Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital
"At Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital, we are a close-knit family committed to Leading Medicine in our community. I take a personal interest in meeting with all our new hires to ensure they have the resources they need to help drive our mission to provide unparalleled safety, quality, service and innovation to our patients and their families. We recognize our nursing staff as the backbone of our hospital and take every opportunity to reward their hard work and provide guidance for growth and development to advance their careers."
About Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital
Since 2000, Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital has been serving Northwest Houston residents. Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital is a comprehensive acute care facility and has been named a Magnet recognized health care facility by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's (ANCC) Magnet Recognition Program(R). With 358 operating beds, 20 operating rooms and more than 2,300 employees, Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital provides comprehensive, personalized care for patients in Champions, Tomball, Magnolia, Spring and Cypress.
Awards and Distinctions
- AACN Silver Beacon Award - Medical ICU- American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN)
- Chest Pain Center Accreditation- Society of Chest Pain Centers
- ISO 9001 Certification- DNV GL
- Accredited Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program- American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation
- Breast Imaging Center of Excellence- American College of Radiology
- Recognized Diabetes Education Program- American Diabetes Association
- Magnet(R) Recognition- American Nurses Credentialing Center
- Gold Beacon Award for Excellence - Surgical ICU- American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN)
- Primary Stroke Center- The Joint Commission
- Patient Safety Excellence Award(tm)- Healthgrades(R)
Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Who's Hiring
- Houston Methodist53

- CommonSpirit Health35

- Memorial Hermann Health System18

- HealthTrust Workforce Solutions18

- Career Land Center9
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services53
- Education9
- Insurance9
Emergency Department Registered Nurse Jobs in Houston: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an emergency department registered nurse job in Houston?
Houston's Texas Medical Center is the world's largest medical complex and the most productive place to focus your search, followed by large community hospital networks serving Katy, Sugar Land, and the Woodlands. Trauma centers, freestanding emergency departments, and Level II and III facilities in the suburbs all hire actively. Candidates with TNCC or CEN certification, bilingual Spanish skills, and experience in high-volume environments stand out most in this market.
Which companies hire emergency department registered nurses in Houston?
Companies currently hiring emergency department registered nurses in Houston include Houston Methodist, CommonSpirit Health, and Memorial Hermann Health System, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Houston's hiring base includes large academic health systems, for-profit hospital chains, and independently operated freestanding emergency centers spread across the metro.
Are there remote emergency department registered nurse jobs in Houston?
Remote work is rare for emergency department registered nurses because the role is inherently hands-on and patient-facing. About 0% of emergency department registered nurse openings tied to Houston are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions are almost exclusively in triage nursing advice lines, telehealth urgent care, or case management roles attached to Houston-area health systems.
How can I get an emergency department registered nurse job in Houston with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in Houston is applying to a nurse residency or graduate nurse transition program, which Houston's major health systems run year-round given the city's size. Freestanding emergency departments and smaller community hospitals in Pasadena, Humble, and Pearland are more open to new graduates than flagship trauma centers. Completing a clinical rotation in an ED setting, obtaining BLS and ACLS before applying, and expressing willingness to float to urgent care areas all improve your chances locally.
Which industries hire the most emergency department registered nurses in Houston?
The sectors hiring the most emergency department registered nurses in Houston are Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Insurance, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Houston's outsized concentration of trauma centers, petrochemical industry occupational health programs, and a rapidly expanding network of freestanding emergency departments drives unusually broad demand across the metro.
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