Graduate Nurse Jobs in Texas
Graduate Nurse jobs in Texas are among the most active in the country, with strong demand concentrated in hospital systems, academic medical centers, and Level I trauma facilities serving one of the fastest-growing state populations in the nation. The largest hiring volumes are in Houston, Dallas, and San Antonio, where systems like HCA Healthcare, Baylor Scott & White Health, and the University of Texas Health system maintain deep new-graduate pipelines. The most in-demand specialties for entry-level nurses in Texas are medical-surgical, telemetry, and emergency nursing. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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At Houston Methodist the Graduate Nurse (GN) position is an entry level nurse who, under the supervision of an experienced nurse, demonstrates the ability to continuously progress in ability and skill to care for increasingly complex patients, receiving coaching from experienced Registered Nurses (RN) and management and benefits from their practice. The position functions at the Novice stage according to Benner's model of clinical practice. The GN position provides professional nursing care to a diverse patient population, conducts nursing assessments, assists with exams and treatment, patient education, and maintenance of medical records. This position collaborates with the physicians and interprofessional health care team to facilitate and maintain efficient, quality care and achievement of desired treatment outcomes. The GN position demonstrates compassion and clinical competency when providing care, using technology, administering medications, performing procedures and managing emergencies, acting as a patient and family advocate in order to monitor patient rights and needs. This position assures continuity of care through appropriate communication, collaboration, discharge planning, and coordination of services
FLSA STATUS
Non-exempt
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited school of Nursing; may consider an Associates degree from an accredited school of Nursing
EXPERIENCE
- Zero years of experience
- Completion of nursing degree which includes clinical rotation(s) in a hospital setting
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Required
- GN - Graduate Nurse Temporary - State Licensure - Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation_PSV and
- BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations
- Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security
- Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles
- Progression towards competent assessment, organizational and problem-solving skills as evidenced by capacity to prioritize multiple tasks and role components
- Progression towards demonstrating time management skills
- Ability to progress towards independence and exercise judgment in interactions with physicians, interprofessional health care team and patients and their families
- Progression towards critical thinking skills and clinical judgment to work as defined by the Nurse Practice Act
- Working knowledge of Microsoft products including Outlook
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Establishes a relationship with patients, families and the interprofessional health care team to collaborate on the plan of care by using progressive skills in therapeutic communication, which includes active listening and teaching.
- Fosters teamwork by responding positively to requests for assistance. Promotes balance within the work unit to foster a healthy work environment. Seeks guidance from interprofessional health care team, when needed, and applies feedback to improve patient outcomes.
- Applies expected behaviors and actions with team members which contribute to improvement of department score for turnover/retention/employee engagement on unit-based scorecard.
SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Follows the patient and family-centered care standards, as outlined in the Houston Methodist Professional Nursing Practice document.
- Develops, updates and communicates plan of care, under the supervision of an RN, including discharge, in partnership with the patient, family and interprofessional healthcare team, using the nursing process. Advocates on patient/family’s behalf to identify and resolve clinical and ethical concerns, utilizing appropriate resources.
- Provides patient education based on learning needs, uses appropriate resources, incorporating planning for care after discharge. Evaluates the patient’s comprehension and adapts teaching methods accordingly, under the supervision of the RN.
- Applies expected behaviors and actions which contributes to department score for patient satisfaction on unit-based scorecard.
QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Follows the standards of care related to the nursing process, as outlined in the Houston Methodist Professional Nursing Practice document.
- Follows the standards related to regulatory requirements and professional practice as outlined in the Houston Methodist Professional Nursing Practice document.
- Provides and modifies care, in a progressive manner, for increasingly complex patients and coordinates care with the interprofessional health care teams.
- Applies expected behaviors and actions to improve quality and safety scores on unit-based scorecard.
FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Manages time effectively and prioritizes daily tasks, minimizing incidental overtime, seeking assistance as appropriate.
- Applies expected behaviors and actions which contributes to meeting department financial targets on unit-based scorecard.
GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Identifies own learning needs, consults with healthcare team experts and seeks continuing education opportunities to meet those needs.
- Embraces and enacts new care pathways or service line implementations.
SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
-
WORK ATTIRE
- Uniform: No
- Scrubs: Yes
- Business professional: No
- Other (department approved): No
ON-CALL*
- Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.
- On Call* No
TRAVEL**
**Travel specifications may vary by department**- May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area No
- May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No
EDUCATION
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited school of Nursing; may consider an Associates degree from an accredited school of Nursing
EXPERIENCE
- Zero years of experience
- Completion of nursing degree which includes clinical rotation(s) in a hospital setting
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Required
- GN - Graduate Nurse Temporary - State Licensure - Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation_PSV and
- BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association
Company Profile:
Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital is committed to leading medicine by delivering the Houston Methodist standard of unparalleled quality, safety, service and innovation to patients in Fort Bend County and surrounding areas. Houston Methodist Sugar Land offers access to the most innovative care available, including comprehensive cancer care; neuroscience and spine care; orthopedics and sports medicine; heart and vascular care; women’s services; childbirth center with level III NICU; bariatric and digestive care; and advanced imaging — all backed by our focus on healing people today and offering hope for tomorrow.
Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
At Houston Methodist the Graduate Nurse (GN) position is an entry level nurse who, under the supervision of an experienced nurse, demonstrates the ability to continuously progress in ability and skill to care for increasingly complex patients, receiving coaching from experienced Registered Nurses (RN) and management and benefits from their practice. The position functions at the Novice stage according to Benner's model of clinical practice. The GN position provides professional nursing care to a diverse patient population, conducts nursing assessments, assists with exams and treatment, patient education, and maintenance of medical records. This position collaborates with the physicians and interprofessional health care team to facilitate and maintain efficient, quality care and achievement of desired treatment outcomes. The GN position demonstrates compassion and clinical competency when providing care, using technology, administering medications, performing procedures and managing emergencies, acting as a patient and family advocate in order to monitor patient rights and needs. This position assures continuity of care through appropriate communication, collaboration, discharge planning, and coordination of services
FLSA STATUS
Non-exempt
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited school of Nursing; may consider an Associates degree from an accredited school of Nursing
EXPERIENCE
- Zero years of experience
- Completion of nursing degree which includes clinical rotation(s) in a hospital setting
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Required
- GN - Graduate Nurse Temporary - State Licensure - Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation_PSV and
- BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations
- Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security
- Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles
- Progression towards competent assessment, organizational and problem-solving skills as evidenced by capacity to prioritize multiple tasks and role components
- Progression towards demonstrating time management skills
- Ability to progress towards independence and exercise judgment in interactions with physicians, interprofessional health care team and patients and their families
- Progression towards critical thinking skills and clinical judgment to work as defined by the Nurse Practice Act
- Working knowledge of Microsoft products including Outlook
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Establishes a relationship with patients, families and the interprofessional health care team to collaborate on the plan of care by using progressive skills in therapeutic communication, which includes active listening and teaching.
- Fosters teamwork by responding positively to requests for assistance. Promotes balance within the work unit to foster a healthy work environment. Seeks guidance from interprofessional health care team, when needed, and applies feedback to improve patient outcomes.
- Applies expected behaviors and actions with team members which contribute to improvement of department score for turnover/retention/employee engagement on unit-based scorecard.
SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Follows the patient and family-centered care standards, as outlined in the Houston Methodist Professional Nursing Practice document.
- Develops, updates and communicates plan of care, under the supervision of an RN, including discharge, in partnership with the patient, family and interprofessional healthcare team, using the nursing process. Advocates on patient/family’s behalf to identify and resolve clinical and ethical concerns, utilizing appropriate resources.
- Provides patient education based on learning needs, uses appropriate resources, incorporating planning for care after discharge. Evaluates the patient’s comprehension and adapts teaching methods accordingly, under the supervision of the RN.
- Applies expected behaviors and actions which contributes to department score for patient satisfaction on unit-based scorecard.
QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Follows the standards of care related to the nursing process, as outlined in the Houston Methodist Professional Nursing Practice document.
- Follows the standards related to regulatory requirements and professional practice as outlined in the Houston Methodist Professional Nursing Practice document.
- Provides and modifies care, in a progressive manner, for increasingly complex patients and coordinates care with the interprofessional health care teams.
- Applies expected behaviors and actions to improve quality and safety scores on unit-based scorecard.
FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Manages time effectively and prioritizes daily tasks, minimizing incidental overtime, seeking assistance as appropriate.
- Applies expected behaviors and actions which contributes to meeting department financial targets on unit-based scorecard.
GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Identifies own learning needs, consults with healthcare team experts and seeks continuing education opportunities to meet those needs.
- Embraces and enacts new care pathways or service line implementations.
SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
-
WORK ATTIRE
- Uniform: No
- Scrubs: Yes
- Business professional: No
- Other (department approved): No
ON-CALL*
- Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.
- On Call* No
TRAVEL**
**Travel specifications may vary by department**- May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area No
- May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No
EDUCATION
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited school of Nursing; may consider an Associates degree from an accredited school of Nursing
EXPERIENCE
- Zero years of experience
- Completion of nursing degree which includes clinical rotation(s) in a hospital setting
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Required
- GN - Graduate Nurse Temporary - State Licensure - Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation_PSV and
- BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association
Company Profile:
Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital is committed to leading medicine by delivering the Houston Methodist standard of unparalleled quality, safety, service and innovation to patients in Fort Bend County and surrounding areas. Houston Methodist Sugar Land offers access to the most innovative care available, including comprehensive cancer care; neuroscience and spine care; orthopedics and sports medicine; heart and vascular care; women’s services; childbirth center with level III NICU; bariatric and digestive care; and advanced imaging — all backed by our focus on healing people today and offering hope for tomorrow.
Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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The qualifications that appear most often in graduate nurse jobs across Texas.
- Active Texas RN license or eligibility to sit for NCLEX-RN required
- Graduation from an accredited BSN or ADN nursing program
- BLS certification through the American Heart Association
- Completion of clinical rotations in acute care or hospital settings
- Ability to work rotating shifts including nights and weekends
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for patient documentation
Graduate Nurse Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a graduate nurse in Texas?
To work as a graduate nurse in Texas, you must graduate from a nursing program accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing or the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, then pass the NCLEX-RN to obtain your Texas RN license through the Texas Board of Nursing. Most Texas hospitals hire candidates who have applied for licensure while awaiting results, sometimes under a graduate nurse permit, which allows supervised practice until full licensure is granted.
Which companies hire graduate nurses in Texas?
Companies currently hiring graduate nurses in Texas include Houston Methodist, Regency Integrated Health Services, and Buckner International, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Texas's size and population growth mean large integrated health systems across the state consistently run new-graduate cohort hiring cycles throughout the year.
Which Texas cities have the most graduate nurse jobs?
Houston, Fort Worth, and San Angelo have the most graduate nurse openings in Texas. Houston's concentration of major medical campuses, including the Texas Medical Center, the largest medical complex in the world, drives the highest volume, while Dallas and San Antonio each anchor large regional health systems and Level I trauma centers that fuel consistent new-graduate demand in those metros.
Are there remote graduate nurse jobs in Texas?
Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of graduate nurse openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of bedside nursing. The roles most likely to carry a remote component are telephone triage nursing, case management, and utilization review positions, which typically require at least one to two years of clinical experience before employers consider remote arrangements.
How can I get hired as a graduate nurse in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying directly to new-graduate nurse residency programs, which most large Texas hospital systems run as structured cohorts. Baylor Scott & White Health, HCA Houston Healthcare, and UT Health campuses all operate formal nurse residency tracks designed for candidates with no post-graduation experience. Clinical rotations and preceptorships completed during your nursing program serve as your primary portfolio. Holding an active Texas RN license at the time of application, rather than pending NCLEX results, gives candidates a meaningful edge in competitive cohort cycles.
Where can I find and apply to graduate nurse jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to graduate nurse jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings in one place. Search the roles, identify the ones that match your specialty interest and location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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