ICU/CCU/Critical Care RN in Abilene, Texas
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Abilene, TX
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $1,814/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 1, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $50.39
- Weekly
- $1,814
- Yearly (full-time)
- $94,328
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $50.39/hour — 9% 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
- 2,078 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Texas from 6 agencies, 75 of them in Abilene.
- 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 our team as an ICU Registered Nurse on a 13-week travel contract in Abilene, TX. This role offers you the chance to step into a busy CCU setting, where your expertise will be vital in delivering personalized nursing care to a diverse patient population. Work 12-hour daytime shifts from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM, and enjoy the flexibility to adjust your schedule with potential RTO considerations. Expect to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, float across floors if needed, and apply your broad medical knowledge to challenging cases—no two days are alike. This is a fantastic opportunity for nurses who thrive in dynamic hospital environments and want to make a real impact while exploring a new city.
Weather:
During this time of year, the weather in Abilene tends to be warm and sunny, with comfortable daytime temperatures and clear skies—ideal for outdoor adventures and enjoying the local scenery.
Fun Things To Do:
- Visit the Abilene Zoo: Spend a fun day with family and friends exploring the zoo’s diverse animal exhibits.
- Explore the Frontier Texas! Museum: Discover the history of the Old West through interactive exhibits and live demonstrations.
- Day Trip to Lake Abilene: Enjoy water activities, fishing, or picnicking at this scenic nearby lake.
- Hiking at Buffalo Gap Historic Village: Walk through historic buildings and scenic nature trails just outside the city.
- Visit the Hoffpauir House Museum: Experience local history through well-preserved artifacts and exhibits in this charming house.
Job Specifics:
Location: Abilene, TX
Shift: 12-hour days, 07:00 - 19:00
Duration: 13 weeks
Hours per week: 36
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