ER RN in Houston, Texas
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Houston, TX
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $1,909/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 15, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $53.03
- Weekly
- $1,909
- Yearly (full-time)
- $99,268
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $53.03/hour — 15% above the median for Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Texas ($46.14/hour). The total includes tax-free housing and meal stipends, which staff jobs don't pay, so take-home pay is usually higher than the hourly figure suggests.
Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 36 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Texas right now
- 2,077 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Texas from 6 agencies, 103 of them in Houston.
- Pay in these listings: $18.02 – $163/hour, median $47.87/hour.
- Typical Registered Nurse (RN) pay in Texas: $46.14/hour ($95,971/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: Health Advocates Network ($54.90/hour across 525 jobs).
Job description
Join a fast-paced emergency department in Houston for a 13-week travel assignment as a healthcare professional. This role offers a chance to work with a skilled team managing a high volume of urgent care cases, including procedures such as intubations and central lines. You'll be supporting a busy unit that relies on your patient experience and emergency response skills to deliver quick, efficient care. The shift is structured to keep you engaged, with rotating weekends and a typical 36-hour week, allowing for plenty of opportunities to explore and enjoy your time off.
Weather:
The weather in Houston around this time tends to be warm with a mix of sunny days and occasional breezes, creating a pleasant climate for outdoor activities and exploring the city’s vibrant neighborhoods.
Fun Things To Do:
- Space Center Houston: Discover the history of space exploration at NASA’s official visitor center.
- Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens: Stroll through exquisite gardens and view American decorative arts and paintings.
- Day Trip to Galveston Island: Enjoy beaches, historic architecture, and fresh seafood just a short drive away.
- Day Trip to The Woodlands: Experience scenic parks, shopping, and dining in this charming suburb.
- Houston Museum of Natural Science: Explore fascinating exhibits from dinosaurs to mineral collections and space science.
Job Specifics:
Location: Houston, Texas
Shift: 36 hours per week, rotating weekends
Duration: 13 weeks
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