ER 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
- 2,077 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 525 jobs).
Job description
Join the team at a busy emergency department in San Antonio for a 13-week travel contract as a Registered Nurse. This role offers the chance to work in a dynamic environment where every shift presents new challenges—think fast-paced triage, emergency stabilization, and critical patient assessments. You'll be supporting a small but mighty team on 12-hour mids shifts, providing essential care such as medication administration, trauma management, and moderate sedation. The perfect candidate is calm under pressure, sharp in critical thinking, and thrives in teamwork. Bring your certifications in BLS, ACLS, PALS, and TNCC—these are required—and get ready for an engaging, fast-moving experience that keeps you on your toes.
Weather:
Expect warm, sunny days and mild evenings with a touch of Texas flair. The weather around this time of year tends to be pleasant, making it easy to enjoy outdoor activities after your shift.
Fun Things To Do:
- San Antonio River Walk: Explore shops, restaurants, and scenic views along the famous river.
- Historic Missions: Take a trip to The Alamo and nearby missions for a glimpse into Texas history.
- Natural Bridge Caverns: Discover underground wonderlands with guided tours—perfect for a day trip.
- Hill Country Wineries: Spend a relaxing day sampling local wines amid picturesque vineyards.
- Enchanted Rock: Hike the massive pink granite dome for incredible views and outdoor fun.
Job Specifics:
Location: San Antonio, TX
Shift: 12-hour mids
Duration: 13 weeks
Weekly hours: 36 hours
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