ICU/CCU/Critical Care RN in Waco, Texas
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Waco, TX
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $1,694/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 27, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $47.06
- Weekly
- $1,694
- Yearly (full-time)
- $88,088
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $47.06/hour — 2% 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
- 2,022 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Texas from 6 agencies, 10 of them in Waco.
- Pay in these listings: $29.76 – $163/hour, median $47.08/hour.
- Typical Registered Nurse (RN) pay in Texas: $46.14/hour ($95,971/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: Health Advocates Network ($55.23/hour across 520 jobs).
Job description
Job Description:
Take on a 13-week travel contract as an experienced critical care nurse in Waco, Texas. This assignment supports a combined ICU service line caring for medical, surgical, and cardiovascular patients. You will work 12-hour night shifts and should be prepared to float between the ICU and Step Down areas. A minimum of three years of experience is required for this opportunity. With a three-night weekly schedule, you will have time to explore Waco between shifts.
Weather:
Waco typically offers comfortable weather with mild to warm daytime temperatures, cooler evenings, and plenty of opportunities to enjoy the outdoors. Occasional rain may pass through, but conditions are generally favorable for exploring the area.
Fun Things To Do:
• Local culture: Visit Waco’s museums, historic sites, and distinctive shopping areas.
• Outdoor escape: Spend a relaxing day walking trails, enjoying green spaces, and taking in Brazos River views.
• Food and coffee: Explore local restaurants, cafés, and food trucks throughout Waco.
• Day trip to Austin: Enjoy live music, dining, cultural attractions, and outdoor activities in the state capital.
• Day trip to Dallas-Fort Worth: Experience major museums, shopping, dining, and entertainment across the metroplex.
Job Specifics:
Location: Waco, Texas
Shift: 12-hour nights
Duration: 13 weeks
Weekly commitment: 36 hours
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