CVICU RN in Houston, Texas
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Houston, TX
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,556/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Sep 24, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $71.00
- Weekly
- $2,556
- Yearly (full-time)
- $132,912
- Contract length
- 6 weeks
This job pays about $71.00/hour — 54% 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, 103 of them in Houston.
- 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
This 6-week registered nurse contract in Houston offers a unique opportunity to work in a busy Level 1 Trauma center, specializing in open heart surgery and transplants. You'll be part of a critical care team in a fast-paced environment that values flexibility, experience, and resilience. The shift consists of 12-hour night shifts, providing a chance to experience a different rhythm of hospital life while honing your skills in ECMO and critical care procedures. This role is perfect for nurses with at least three years of experience, including previous travel assignments and extensive critical care background at major academic centers. Be prepared to float to different units as needed, and enjoy the thrill of contributing to life-saving procedures in a renowned medical setting.
Weather:
Houston typically experiences warm and humid weather around this time of year, with plenty of sunshine and mild evenings, making outdoor activities and sightseeing especially enjoyable.
Fun Things To Do:
- Garden Tour at Houston Botanical Garden
- Day trip to Galveston Beach for sun and surf
- Visit Space Center Houston to explore space history
- Explore Houston Museum of Natural Science
- Hiking in and around Buffalo Bayou Park
Job Specifics:
Location: Houston, TX
Shift: 12-hour nights
Duration: 6 weeks
Hours per week: 48 hours
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