NICU RN in Austin, Texas
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Austin, TX
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $1,374/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 14, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $38.17
- Weekly
- $1,374
- Yearly (full-time)
- $71,448
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $38.17/hour — 17% below 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, 174 of them in Austin.
- 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 an exciting opportunity as a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) RN in Austin, Texas, where you'll be part of a dedicated team caring for newborns capable of NICU-level interventions. This 13-week contract involves 12-hour night shifts and offers a chance to work in a bustling, state-of-the-art facility with modern equipment including ventilators, feeding pumps, and IV pumps. Perfect for experienced NICU RNs, this role provides a dynamic setting where your expertise with Level 4 NICU cases will shine, and you'll experience the unique rhythm of night shift teamwork in a vibrant city. Expect to support newborns with a variety of needs, from stable to critical, in an environment that values professionalism and a positive attitude.
Weather:
Austin typically enjoys warm, sunny weather this time of year, with pleasant daytime temperatures and mild evenings—ideal for enjoying the city’s outdoor spaces and activities after your shift.
Fun Things To Do:
- City Exploration: Discover the vibrant downtown arts and dining scene.
- Outdoor Adventure: Hike or kayak in the nearby Barton Creek Greenbelt.
- Day Trip to Fredericksburg: Explore charming German-inspired shops and wineries just a short drive away.
- Historic Tour: Visit the Texas State Capitol and learn about the state's rich history.
- Nature Escape: Spend a day at Enchanted Rock for climbing and stargazing.
Job Specifics:
Location: Austin, Texas
Shift: 12-hour nights
Duration: 13 weeks, 36 hours per week
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