Travel Registered Nurse Jobs in Texas
Travel Registered Nurse jobs in Texas are among the most active in the country, with high demand concentrated in hospital systems, trauma centers, and large academic medical complexes serving a rapidly growing state population at every level from new graduate to seasoned ICU nurse. The heaviest hiring runs through Houston, Dallas, and San Antonio, where systems like HCA Healthcare, Baylor Scott & White Health, and UT Health are consistent employers of travel nurses year-round. The most in-demand specialties are critical care, emergency, and labor and delivery. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Sep 14, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for an Emergency Department position requiring TNCC certification and prior ED experience at a designated Stroke, STEMI, and Trauma center.
Details
- Work in a high-acuity Emergency Care unit treating adult and pediatric patients
- Facility is a designated Stroke, STEMI, Trauma, and Resuscitation center with Regional Advanced Cardiac hospital status
- 13-week assignment with day shift schedule from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
- Full-time work schedule
Requirements
- Active RN license in Texas or compact required
- Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required (AHA only)
- Current TNCC certification required
- 1 year of experience in emergency nursing preferred
- BSN preferred
Additional Information
- Provide comprehensive nursing care including assessment, diagnosis, planning, intervention, and evaluation for ED patients
- Administer medications and treatments while monitoring for effectiveness and side effects
- Document patient history, symptoms, and care provided
- Educate patients and families on care needs and available resources
- Newly hired experienced RNs must attend New Nurses Orientation within the first 30 days of hire
- New hires are precepted by a designated trained staff member with ED-specific competency validation
- Must reside within a 50-mile radius of the facility
- Candidates who previously worked at any CHRISTUS facility in a non-travel role must have a 6-month separation period before starting a travel assignment
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Sep 14, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for an Emergency Department position requiring TNCC certification and prior ED experience at a designated Stroke, STEMI, and Trauma center.
Details
- Work in a high-acuity Emergency Care unit treating adult and pediatric patients
- Facility is a designated Stroke, STEMI, Trauma, and Resuscitation center with Regional Advanced Cardiac hospital status
- 13-week assignment with day shift schedule from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
- Full-time work schedule
Requirements
- Active RN license in Texas or compact required
- Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required (AHA only)
- Current TNCC certification required
- 1 year of experience in emergency nursing preferred
- BSN preferred
Additional Information
- Provide comprehensive nursing care including assessment, diagnosis, planning, intervention, and evaluation for ED patients
- Administer medications and treatments while monitoring for effectiveness and side effects
- Document patient history, symptoms, and care provided
- Educate patients and families on care needs and available resources
- Newly hired experienced RNs must attend New Nurses Orientation within the first 30 days of hire
- New hires are precepted by a designated trained staff member with ED-specific competency validation
- Must reside within a 50-mile radius of the facility
- Candidates who previously worked at any CHRISTUS facility in a non-travel role must have a 6-month separation period before starting a travel assignment
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Who's Hiring
- Voyage Health127V
- American Traveler66
- tms2
- IQVIA2
- Universal HCR1U
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software
What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in travel registered nurse jobs across Texas.
- Active RN license in Texas or a Compact license recognized by the Texas Board of Nursing
- Graduate of an accredited associate or bachelor of science in nursing program
- Current BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association
- Minimum one to two years of clinical experience in a relevant specialty or acute care setting
- Current ACLS or PALS certification depending on unit and specialty assignment
- Ability to complete a pre-assignment health screening and facility-specific compliance requirements
Travel Registered Nurse Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a travel registered nurse in Texas?
To work as a travel registered nurse in Texas, you must hold an active RN license issued by the Texas Board of Nursing or a valid Multistate Compact license from an eligible state that Texas recognizes. Licensure requires completing an accredited nursing program at the associate or bachelor level and passing the NCLEX-RN. Most Texas travel nursing contracts also require at least one year of recent clinical experience in your specialty before a staffing agency or hospital system will place you.
How much do travel registered nurses make in Texas?
Travel registered 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 travel registered nurses in Texas?
Employers hiring travel registered nurses in Texas right now include Voyage Health, American Traveler, and tms, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Texas's large integrated health systems and Level I trauma centers generate consistent travel nurse demand throughout the year, particularly in high-acuity specialties.
Which Texas cities have the most travel registered nurse jobs?
Austin, Dallas, and Fort Worth have the most travel registered nurse openings in Texas. Houston's concentration of medical center campuses, including the Texas Medical Center, drives the highest volume, while Dallas and San Antonio sustain strong demand through large regional health systems, level I trauma centers, and the steady population growth that keeps acute care beds filled.
Are there remote travel registered nurse jobs in Texas?
Yes, but they're rare. Travel registered nursing is almost entirely hands-on bedside work, so the majority of positions require physical presence on a unit. About 0% of travel registered nurse openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those roles tend to be in telehealth triage or remote case management rather than direct patient care.
How can I get hired as a travel registered nurse in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is completing a new graduate residency program at a large Texas health system before transitioning to travel contracts. Systems like Baylor Scott & White Health, Memorial Hermann, and Methodist Health System run structured nurse residency programs designed for candidates without acute care experience. Starting in a staff RN role in med-surg, telemetry, or step-down units builds the clinical hours most travel contracts require. Holding an active Texas Board of Nursing license and an AHA-issued BLS certification before applying strengthens any entry-level application considerably.
Where can I find and apply to travel registered nurse jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to travel registered nurse jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings updated regularly. Find the roles that fit your specialty, experience level, and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that match.
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