ER RN in Odessa, Texas
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Odessa, TX
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,662/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 5, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $55.46
- Weekly
- $2,662
- Yearly (full-time)
- $138,424
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $55.46/hour — 20% 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, 48 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
- 2,078 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Texas from 6 agencies, 46 of them in Odessa.
- 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 526 jobs).
Job description
Join us as an Emergency Room Registered Nurse in Odessa, Texas, for an exciting 13-week contract that offers a 12-hour rotating shift schedule. This role is perfect for a compassionate healthcare professional ready to handle the fast-paced environment of emergency care. You'll work on an alternating schedule of 36/48 hours per week, helping to keep the ER running smoothly, especially during weekend shifts. If you’re experienced with ACLS, BLS, NIHSS, PALS, TNCC, and ENPC, this assignment will feel like a natural fit. The unique rhythm of this position allows you to balance your work and personal life while immersing yourself in a vital, high-energy setting, making every shift meaningful without missing out on the local culture and scenery.
Weather:
The weather around this time of year in Odessa typically features warm days with clear skies and mild evenings. It’s an ideal climate for enjoying outdoor activities or relaxing after a shift, with only occasional breezes to keep the atmosphere comfortable.
Fun Things To Do:
- City Museum: Explore Odessa’s local history through engaging exhibits.
- Odessa Meteor Crater: Visit this impressive natural landmark just a short drive away.
- Homestead Heritage: Discover historic sites and pioneer-era architecture.
- Beach Day at Odessa Beach: Relax and soak up the sun on the scenic shores.
- Day trip to Big Bend National Park: Experience breathtaking canyon views, hiking trails, and stunning scenery just a few hours’ drive away.
Job Specifics:
Location: Odessa, Texas
Shift: 12-hour rotating, 3x12-hour shifts (12:00 PM - 12:00 AM)
Duration: 13 weeks, approximately 48 hours per week
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