Registered Nurse Med Surg Jobs in Texas
Registered Nurse Med Surg jobs in Texas are among the most active in the country, with consistent demand across major hospital systems, trauma centers, and regional medical campuses at every level from new graduate through experienced charge nurse. The heaviest hiring concentrates in Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, and San Antonio, where large systems like HCA Houston Healthcare, Baylor Scott & White Health, and Methodist Healthcare operate flagship campuses and suburban facilities. The most in-demand specialties include telemetry-step-down, post-surgical recovery, and orthopedic med-surg units. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Specialty: RN Med Surg
Location: Decatur, Texas
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Pay: $1633 - $1719 per week
Shift: 3x12 Nights
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Length: 13-week
Position: RN Med Surg (Travel/Contract)
We're hiring experienced RN Med Surg for a 13-week contract in Decatur, Texas — earn up to ($1633 - $1719 per week) while providing essential care at a leading facility. Most candidates will need to have at least 2 years of recent experience in the specialty.
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Registered Nurse Med Surg Job Market in Texas
A snapshot from current Texas openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Medical City Healthcare45
- Baylor Scott & White Health18
- Texas Health Resources16
- St. David's HealthCare15
- Tenet Healthcare14
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Non-Profit & Social Services
What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in registered nurse med surg jobs across Texas.
- Active Texas RN license issued by the Texas Board of Nursing required
- Associate or bachelor's degree in nursing from an accredited program required
- Current Basic Life Support certification through a recognized provider required
- Minimum one year of acute care or med-surg clinical experience preferred
- Demonstrated ability to manage a patient load of four to six post-surgical cases
- Familiarity with electronic health record systems such as Epic or Meditech expected
Registered Nurse Med Surg Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a registered nurse med surg in Texas?
You become a registered nurse in Texas by completing an accredited associate or bachelor's degree in nursing, then passing the NCLEX-RN examination and applying for licensure through the Texas Board of Nursing. Texas participates in the Nurse Licensure Compact, so nurses licensed in other compact states can practice in Texas without a separate application. From there, employers typically hire new graduates directly into med-surg units and provide unit-specific orientation.
How much do registered nurse med surgs make in Texas?
Registered nurse med surgs 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 registered nurse med surgs in Texas?
Employers hiring registered nurse med surgs in Texas right now include Medical City Healthcare, Baylor Scott & White Health, and Texas Health Resources, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Texas's concentration of large integrated health systems and Level I trauma centers means registered nurse med surg openings appear across both urban flagship hospitals and suburban community campuses.
Which Texas cities have the most registered nurse med surg jobs?
Fort Worth, San Antonio, and Arlington have the most registered nurse med surg openings in Texas. Houston and Dallas-Fort Worth drive the largest share because both metros anchor major multi-hospital systems with high patient volumes, while San Antonio's strong military and veteran healthcare infrastructure keeps demand steady across its medical center and surrounding facilities.
Are there remote registered nurse med surg jobs in Texas?
Yes, but they're rare. Registered nurse med surg work is fundamentally hands-on and bedside, so the vast majority of roles require in-person presence on the unit. About 0% of registered nurse med surg openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those positions typically cover utilization review, care coordination, or discharge planning functions rather than direct floor nursing.
How can I get hired as a registered nurse med surg in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a new graduate residency program, which large Texas systems including Baylor Scott & White Health, HCA Houston Healthcare, and UT Health run specifically for nurses without acute care experience. These structured programs place residents on med-surg units with preceptor support for several months before independent practice. Candidates with clinical rotations completed in Texas hospitals, an active Texas Board of Nursing license, and BLS certification are competitive for these cohort openings.
Where can I find and apply to registered nurse med surg jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to registered nurse med surg jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings tied to Texas employers. Search the listings for roles that match your experience level and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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