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Medical Surgical Travel Nursing Jobs Texas for RNs

Top MS Travel Nurse Jobs in Texas for Registered Nurse

AMN Healthcare can help you find the top MS travel nurse jobs in Texas. We currently offer 23 of the best available MS nurse travel jobs in the state. We also have 3 exclusive, high-paying Medical Surgical travel nurse jobs you won’t find anywhere else. Texas MS travel jobs are currently available in cities like Nacogdoches and Austin. We have new jobs updating daily, so be sure to Apply Now so our specialists can make sure you get first crack. At AMN Healthcare, we’ve made it easy for you to compare Texas MS nursing jobs by allowing you to filter based on salary, shift type, location or duration to find the right job for you.

The average wage for an Medical Surgical travel nurse in Texas as of Jun 1, 2025 was $1,488 weekly. Currently, you can find MS jobs in Texas with a salary range between $1,286 to $1,729 per week. The city with the highest paying MS job in Texas currently is Austin with a position for a Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical at $1,611 per week.

There are many incredible hospital facilities in Texas to find MS travel nursing work in. Metropolitan Methodist Hospital in San Antonio, Northeast Methodist Hospital in San Antonio, St. David’s Medical Center in Austin, Woodland Heights Medical Center in Lufkin and St. David’s Surgical Hospital in Round Rock all have MS departments that may have jobs available.

If you have a specific start date in mind, we have a variety of options for MS travel jobs in Texas. The earliest start date in Texas is Jul 10, 2025 for a Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical role at $1,611 per week. The latest start date for an job in Texas is Aug 19, 2025 for a Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical role at $1,729 per week. You can also find the best time for you by sorting on “start date” in the list below.

There are a variety of contract lengths available for a Medical Surgical travel nurse job in Texas including 13 weeks.

Texas is a popular place to work for MS travel nurses, with great things to do, people to meet and places to see! You can learn more about travel nursing benefits here.

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Top Cities in Texas with Travel Medical Surgical Jobs

AMN Healthcare currently has 23 Medical Surgical jobs in Texas and 508 Medical Surgical jobs nationwide. Be sure to check back daily for updates, or if you’re not finding what you’re looking for immediately, sign up for the AMN Passport App and we’ll connect you directly with a recruiter that can help expedite the process of finding your perfect opportunity.

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Highest Paying Medical Surgical RN Jobs in Austin, TX

AMN Healthcare currently has travel Medical Surgical positions available in Austin.
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Austin, Texas – 78758
  • 12 N,
  • July 28, 2025
  • 13
$1,462 to $1,611
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Medical Surgical (MS) unit. This unit sees a wide variety of conditions including endocrine, wound care, neurology and gerontology as well as patients undergoing basic recovery care. Your expertise will be utilized for high level care within the traditional Medical Surgical unit setting. MS RN’s can expect to enhance their professional experience while providing top notch patient care to those most needing it.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Austin, Texas – 78758
  • 12 D,
  • July 28, 2025
  • 13
$1,462 to $1,611
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Medical Surgical (MS) unit. This unit sees a wide variety of conditions including endocrine, wound care, neurology and gerontology as well as patients undergoing basic recovery care. Your expertise will be utilized for high level care within the traditional Medical Surgical unit setting. MS RN’s can expect to enhance their professional experience while providing top notch patient care to those most needing it.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Austin, Texas – 78758
  • 12 N,
  • July 28, 2025
  • 13
$1,462 to $1,611
Weekly Pay*
MedSurg/Tele RN needed for 375 bed Level 2 Trauma center. The campus is home to the St. David’s Women’s Center of Texas, Texas Institute for Robotic Surgery, Certified Stroke Center and rehabilitation services, and a Kidney Transplant Center. Enjoy legendary live music, burgeoning restaurant scene, unique culture, and a vibrant, welcoming community that you just have to experience for yourself to truly understand what makes Austin so Austin.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Austin, Texas – 78758
  • 12 D,
  • July 22, 2025
  • 13
$1,462 to $1,611
Weekly Pay*
MedSurg RN needed for 375 bed Level 2 Trauma center. 32 bed unit with 1:5 (days), 1:6 (nights) staffing. Meditech charting. Enjoy legendary live music, burgeoning restaurant scene, unique culture, and a vibrant, welcoming community that you just have to experience for yourself to truly understand what makes Austin so Austin.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Austin, Texas – 78704
  • 12 N,
  • July 21, 2025
  • 13
$1,462 to $1,611
Weekly Pay*
As a valued member of the Telemetry (Tele) RN team, you will care for patients with a wide range of conditions including complex cases. This unit constantly monitors blood pressure, heart rate, blood oxygen level and cardiac electrical activity of patients on the unit, utilizing specialized equipment. RN’s will mainly care for patients recovering from heart conditions or cardiac surgery. The right candidate for this role will have the opportunity to work in a professionally challenging, positive, and innovative Telemetry work environment at this highly regarded facility.
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Highest Paying Medical Surgical RN Jobs in San Antonio, TX

AMN Healthcare currently has travel Medical Surgical positions available in San Antonio.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • San Antonio, Texas – 78229
  • 12 N,
  • July 21, 2025
  • 13
$1,460 to $1,609
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Medical Surgical (MS) unit.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • San Antonio, Texas – 78240
  • 12 E,
  • July 21, 2025
  • 3
$1,442 to $1,589
Weekly Pay*
At Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of San Antonio, we are committed to helping you get back to what matters most. Located in San Antonio, we are a leading provider of inpatient rehabilitation for stroke, brain injury, hip fracture and other complex neurological and orthopedic conditions. When you choose Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of San Antonio for your rehabilitation, you receive compassionate care from an expert team of physical, occupational and speech therapists; physicians; nurses; dietitians; pharmacists; and case managers who work together to create a plan to help you meet your unique goals.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • San Antonio, Texas – 78258
  • 12 N,
  • July 22, 2025
  • 13
$1,354 to $1,492
Weekly Pay*
MS/Tele RN needed for Oncology focused unit at 140 bed community hospital. Meditech charting
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • San Antonio, Texas – 78212
  • 12 D,
  • July 22, 2025
  • 13
$1,354 to $1,492
Weekly Pay*
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • San Antonio, Texas – 78233
  • 12 N,
  • July 22, 2025
  • 13
$1,354 to $1,492
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding unit is looking for the right individual to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Highest Paying Medical Surgical RN Jobs in Round Rock, TX

AMN Healthcare currently has travel Medical Surgical positions available in Round Rock.
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Round Rock, Texas – 78681
  • 12 N,
  • July 28, 2025
  • 13
$1,356 to $1,495
Weekly Pay*
40 bed surgical hospital specializing in orthopedic, neurological, bariatric, gynecological and urological surgery, among others. Located in North Austin, the facility includes 10 OR suites and a six-bed intensive care unit (ICU).
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Round Rock, Texas – 78681
  • 12 N,
  • July 22, 2025
  • 13
$1,356 to $1,495
Weekly Pay*
20 bed Oncology focused MedSurg unit with 1:4-5 staffing; 170 bed Level 2 Trauma center using Meditech charting. Located 20 miles north of Austin, the hospital received received the Distinguished Hospital Award for Clinical Excellence from Healthgrades and also earned a national distinction for patient safety from The Leapfrog Group.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Round Rock, Texas – 78681
  • 12 D,
  • July 22, 2025
  • 13
$1,321 to $1,456
Weekly Pay*
170 bed Level 2 Trauma center located 20 miles north of Austin
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Round Rock, Texas – 78681
  • 12 D,
  • July 22, 2025
  • 13
$1,321 to $1,456
Weekly Pay*
MedSurg RNs needed for 170 bed Level 2 Trauma center Facility located 20 miles north of Austin; Meditech charting
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Round Rock, Texas – 78681
  • 12 D,
  • July 22, 2025
  • 13
$1,321 to $1,456
Weekly Pay*
170 bed Level 2 Trauma center located 20 miles north of Austin
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Highest Paying Medical Surgical RN Jobs in Nacogdoches, TX

AMN Healthcare currently has travel Medical Surgical positions available in Nacogdoches.
travel Exclusive Compact State
Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Nacogdoches, Texas – 75965
  • 12 N,
  • August 19, 2025
  • 13
$1,569 to $1,729
Weekly Pay*
155 Total Beds Level IV trauma Center Close to Louisiana, Dallas, and Austin Near Splash Kingdom, Timber Falls, and Zip Nac! Common Diagnosis/Treatment: CHF, Pneumonia, Sepsis, Cardiac, ESRD, post op bariatrics, ortho, ENT, general surg # of Beds: 2nd floor 38; 3rd floor 32 Nurse Patient Ratio: 5:1 days 6:1 nights Charting: Cerner Scrub Color: Navy blue Areas of Float Support: floats from ICU, Womens Center Special Procedures: 0
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Nacogdoches, Texas – 75965
  • 12 N,
  • August 19, 2025
  • 13
$1,569 to $1,729
Weekly Pay*
155 Total Beds Level IV trauma Center Close to Louisiana, Dallas, and Austin Near Splash Kingdom, Timber Falls, and Zip Nac! Common Diagnosis/Treatment: CHF, Pneumonia, Sepsis, Cardiac, ESRD, post op bariatrics, ortho, ENT, general surg # of Beds: 2nd floor 38; 3rd floor 32 Nurse Patient Ratio: 5:1 days 6:1 nights Charting: Cerner Scrub Color: Navy blue Areas of Float Support: floats from ICU, Womens Center Special Procedures: 0
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Nacogdoches, Texas – 75965
  • 12 D,
  • August 19, 2025
  • 13
$1,569 to $1,729
Weekly Pay*
155 Total Beds Level IV trauma Center Close to Louisiana, Dallas, and Austin Near Splash Kingdom, Timber Falls, and Zip Nac! Common Diagnosis/Treatment: CHF, Pneumonia, Sepsis, Cardiac, ESRD, post op bariatrics, ortho, ENT, general surg # of Beds: 2nd floor 38; 3rd floor 32 Nurse Patient Ratio: 5:1 days 6:1 nights Charting: Cerner Scrub Color: Navy blue Areas of Float Support: floats from ICU, Womens Center Special Procedures: 0
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Statistics on MS Jobs in Texas

Review helpful statistics about MS traveling nurse jobs in Texas. The data is based on the last three complete months of MS job postings in the state of Texas. It is regularly updated, so you can find the most recent Medical Surgical job salary trends, the types of shifts and contract durations most commonly available in Texas for travel nursing jobs.

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Salary Trends

Jobs by Facility types

Frequently Asked Questions about Travel Medical Surgical Jobs in Texas

How much does an Medical Surgical travel nurse make on average in Texas?

An MS nurse in Texas can make an average of $1,490 per week.

How much does a night shift MS travel nurse make on average in Texas?

A: A 12 Hour Night shift Medical Surgical nurse in Texas can make an average of $1,508 per week based on recent job availability.

How much does a day shift MS travel nurse make on average in Texas?

A: A 12 Hour Day shift Medical Surgical nurse in Texas can make an average of $1,473 per week based on recent job availability. Learn more about Travel Nursing Salaries.

How many travel Medical Surgical jobs are available in Texas?

There are currently 23 Medical Surgical travel nursing jobs available in Texas. We also get new jobs daily, so be sure to apply now and a recruiter will help you find the perfect fit as jobs become available.

What healthcare facilities have RN Medical Surgical staff in Texas?

  • Metropolitan Methodist Hospital in San Antonio
  • Clear Lake Regional Medical Center in Webster
  • North Hills Hospital in North Richland Hills
  • Plaza Medical Center of Fort Worth in Fort Worth
  • Northeast Methodist Hospital in San Antonio

What types of shifts are most common for MS travel nursing jobs in Texas?

Based on the last 6 months of data, 12 Hour Night shifts were the most common shifts in Texas cities.

What is the most common contract duration for MS travel jobs in Texas?

Based on recent months, the most common contract for a Medical Surgical travel job in Texas is 13 weeks.

Locating MS Travel Nursing Jobs in Texas

In Texas, cities like Austin, Dallas, Fort Worth, Houston, and San Antonio have travel MS nursing jobs and traveling nurse housing available. It’s a great state to work in, hosting facilities like Metropolitan Methodist Hospital, Clear Lake Regional Medical Center, North Hills Hospital, Plaza Medical Center of Fort Worth and Northeast Methodist Hospital, all with nurse specialties and Medical Surgical staff.

Healthcare Facilities in Texas that offer Travel Medical Surgical Jobs

These are just examples of some of the healthcare facilities in and around the Texas area that have historically offered travel jobs for Medical Surgical professionals.
St. David’s Medical Center
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 10 N, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
10 wks, 12 wks, and 13 wks
Departments
Cardiac Catheterization Lab Registered Nurse, Cardiovascular Operating Room Registered Nurse, Cardiovascular Operating Room Surgical Technologist, Cardiovascular Operating Room Surgical Technology, Dialysis, Emergency Room RN, Endoscopy Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit RN, Labor & Delivery Registered Nurse, Labor & Delivery Surgical Technology Nursing, Level I Nursery, Medical Surgical LPN/LVN, Medical Surgical Registered Nurse, Medical Surgical Registered Nurse, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Oncology RN, Operating Room RN, Operating Room Surgical Technology, Operating Room Surgical Technology, Operation Room Nursing Surgical Technology, Operation Room Nursing Surgical Technology, Post Anesthesia Care Unit, Pre/Post Operative, Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse, Rehabilitation RN, RN Case Manager, and Telemetry RN
Address
919 E 32nd St
Austin, TX 78705
Nearby Neighborhoods
Hancock (78722), Upper Boggy Creek (78722), North University (78705), Chestnut (78722), West University (78705)
Metropolitan Methodist Hospital
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 10 E, 12 D, and 12 N
Job Durations
11 wks and 13 wks
Departments
Bone Marrow Transplantation Registered Nurse, Cardiac Catheterization Lab Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit RN, Labor & Delivery Registered Nurse, Medical Surgical Registered Nurse, Oncology RN, Operating Room RN, Post Anesthesia Care Unit, Postpartum, Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse, Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse, Rehabilitation RN, and Telemetry RN
Address
1310 McCullough Avenue
San Antonio, TX 78212
Nearby Neighborhoods
West Fort (78215), Government Hill (78206), Arsenal (78234), Historic Gardens (78203), Harvard Place / Eastlawn (78202)
CHI – St. Lukes Health Memorial Medical Center – Lufkin
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
8 wks, 9 wks, 10 wks, 12 wks, and 13 wks
Departments
Cardiovascular ICU Registered Nurse, Cardiovascular Operating Room Surgical Technologist, Cardiovascular Operating Room Surgical Technology, Dialysis, Emergency Room RN, Intensive Care Unit RN, Medical Surgical Registered Nurse, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Operating Room RN, Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse, and Telemetry RN
Address
1201 West Frank Street
Lufkin, TX 75902
Clear Lake Regional Medical Center
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
11 wks and 13 wks
Departments
Cardiac Catheterization Lab Registered Nurse, Cardiovascular ICU Registered Nurse, Cardiovascular Operating Room Registered Nurse, Cardiovascular Operating Room Surgical Technologist, Cardiovascular Operating Room Surgical Technologist, Cardiovascular Operating Room Surgical Technology, Cardiovascular Operating Room Surgical Technology, Emergency Room RN, Endoscopy Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit RN, Labor & Delivery Registered Nurse, Medical Surgical Registered Nurse, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Operating Room RN, Operating Room Surgical Technology, Operation Room Nursing Surgical Technology, Pediatric Intensive Care Unit RN, Post Anesthesia Care Unit, Pre/Post Operative, RN Case Manager, and Telemetry RN
Address
500 Medical Center Blvd
Webster, TX 77598
Lake Granbury Medical Center
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
13 wks
Departments
Cardiovascular Operating Room Surgical Technologist, Cardiovascular Operating Room Surgical Technology, Dialysis, Emergency Room RN, First Assist Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit RN, Labor & Delivery Registered Nurse, Medical Surgical Registered Nurse, Operating Room RN, Operating Room Surgical Technology, Operation Room Nursing Surgical Technology, and Post Anesthesia Care Unit
Address
1310 Paluxy Drive
Granbury, TX 76048
Methodist Stone Oak Hospital
Shifts
7 E, 8 D, 8 E, 10 D, 10 E, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
9 wks, 12 wks, and 13 wks
Departments
Cardiac Catheterization Lab Registered Nurse, Emergency Room RN, Intensive Care Unit RN, Labor & Delivery Registered Nurse, Medical Surgical Registered Nurse, Oncology RN, Operating Room RN, Operating Room Surgical Technology, Operating Room Surgical Technology, Operation Room Nursing Surgical Technology, Operation Room Nursing Surgical Technology, Postpartum, Pre/Post Operative, Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse, Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse, Rehabilitation RN, and Telemetry RN
Address
1139 E. Sonterra Blvd
San Antonio, TX 78258
Nearby Neighborhoods
Bel Meade (78209), Fort Sam Houston (78208), West Fort (78215), Government Hill (78206), Harvard Place / Eastlawn (78202)
Valley Regional Medical Center
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
8 wks, 12 wks, and 13 wks
Departments
Cardiac Catheterization Lab Registered Nurse, Emergency Room RN, Intensive Care Unit RN, Interventional Radiology, Labor & Delivery Registered Nurse, Level I Nursery, Medical Surgical Registered Nurse, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Operation Room Nursing Surgical Technology, Postpartum, Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse, and Telemetry RN
Address
100 E Alton Gloor Blvd
Brownsville, TX 78526
Plaza Medical Center of Fort Worth
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 10 E, 10 N, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
8 wks and 13 wks
Departments
Cardiac Catheterization Lab Registered Nurse, Cardiovascular ICU Registered Nurse, Cardiovascular Operating Room Registered Nurse, Cardiovascular Operating Room Surgical Technologist, Cardiovascular Operating Room Surgical Technology, Endoscopy Registered Nurse, Interventional Radiology, Medical Surgical Registered Nurse, Operating Room RN, Operating Room Surgical Technology, Operating Room Surgical Technology, Operation Room Nursing Surgical Technology, Operation Room Nursing Surgical Technology, Post Anesthesia Care Unit, Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse, Rehabilitation RN, RN Case Manager, and Wound/Ostomy/Continence
Address
900 Eighth Avenue
Fort Worth, TX 76104
Bayshore Medical Center
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 12 D, and 12 N
Job Durations
8 wks and 13 wks
Departments
Cardiovascular Operating Room Registered Nurse, Cardiovascular Operating Room Surgical Technologist, Emergency Room RN, Intensive Care Unit RN, Interventional Radiology, Medical Surgical Registered Nurse, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Operating Room RN, Operation Room Nursing Surgical Technology, Post Anesthesia Care Unit, Pre/Post Operative, Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse, Rehabilitation RN, RN Case Manager, and Telemetry RN
Address
4000 Spencer Highway
Pasadena, TX 77504
CHRISTUS St Michael Hospital
Shifts
12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
9 wks, 12 wks, and 13 wks
Departments
Emergency Room RN, Intensive Care Unit RN, Labor & Delivery Registered Nurse, Medical Surgical Registered Nurse, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Postpartum, and Telemetry RN
Address
2600 St Michael Dr.
Texarkana, TX 75503

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