CVICU RN in San Antonio, Texas
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- San Antonio, TX
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $1,508/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Sep 29, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $41.89
- Weekly
- $1,508
- Yearly (full-time)
- $78,416
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $41.89/hour — 9% 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
- 2,078 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Texas from 6 agencies, 191 of them in San Antonio.
- 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
This 13-week travel assignment in the CVICU at Methodist Hospital in San Antonio offers a unique chance to work in a renowned cardiac intensive care setting. You’ll be primarily responsible for managing critically ill patients post-CABG, VAD, and cath procedures involving advanced cardiac support devices such as IABP, Impella, and ECMO. The role involves monitoring hemodynamics, ventilator management, and applying your critical thinking skills to ensure top-quality care. The shift is a 12-hour day or night schedule, giving you time to explore the local culture or unwind after your shifts. Working here means joining a team dedicated to high standards of patient-focused care rooted in tradition and innovation.
Weather:
The weather around this time typically features warm, sunny days with mild evenings, perfect for enjoying the city’s outdoor attractions or relaxing after your shift.
Fun Things To Do:
- San Antonio River Walk: Explore shops, restaurants, and scenic boat tours along the picturesque river.
- Alamo Tour: Discover Texas history at this iconic mission and battlesite.
- Natural Bridge Caverns: Embark on a day trip to explore stunning underground caves and underground zip lines.
- Langley Ice Center: Enjoy skating or hockey in this local ice rink.
- Hill Country Day Trip: Venture outside the city to visit vineyards, charming small towns, and scenic lakes.
Job Specifics:
Location: San Antonio, TX
Shift: 12-hour days or nights (7A-7:30P / 7P-7:30A)
Duration: 13 weeks
Weekly Hours: 36 hours, with guaranteed hours of 36 per week
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