ER RN in Lufkin, Texas
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Lufkin, TX
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,318/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Sep 27, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $64.39
- Weekly
- $2,318
- Yearly (full-time)
- $120,536
- Contract length
- 12 weeks
This job pays about $64.39/hour — 40% 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
- 2,077 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Texas from 6 agencies, 24 of them in Lufkin.
- 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 our team for a 12-week travel assignment in Lufkin, TX, working 12-hour night shifts in a busy emergency department. This role offers the chance to experience a fast-paced environment where you'll handle trauma, stroke, sepsis, CHF, and cardiac cases. While the setting is demanding, it’s also rewarding — the ER manages about 80-90 patients daily, with a team that values efficiency and expertise. It's a perfect fit for seasoned emergency RNs ready to bring their skills to a new community and make a difference during critical moments.
Weather:
Typically, around this time of year, the weather is mild with warm days and cooler evenings, making it ideal for a variety of outdoor activities. Expect comfortable temperatures that allow for exploring without the summer heat or winter chill.
Fun Things To Do:
- Local hiking trails for outdoor adventures
- Visit the Lufkin History Center and Museum
- Day trip to Sam Rayburn Lake for boating and fishing
- Explore the nearby Angelina National Forest
- Enjoy a scenic drive to Piney Woods, perfect for leaf-peeping and photography
Job Specifics:
Location: Lufkin, Texas
Shift: 12-hour night shifts
Duration: 12 weeks, with approximately 36 hours per week
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