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Registered Nurse Travel Jobs in Houston

Top RN Jobs In & Near Houston, Texas

We currently offer 9 of the best available RN travel jobs in the Houston, Texas area. We have new jobs updating daily, so be sure to Apply Now so our specialists can make sure you get first crack. We make it as easy as possible for you to renew nursing licenses and compare RN nursing jobs by allowing you to filter based on salary, shift type, location or duration to find the right job for you.

The average Registered Nurse travel nurse working in Houston earned about $1,722 per week as of Oct 1, 2024. Today, you can find RN jobs with a salary range between $1,313 to $3,084 per week.

In Houston proper, the RN travel nursing market can include hospital facilities like Ben Taub General Hospital and Park Plaza Hospital with more facilities in nearby areas like Bellaire, Pasadena and Alief to name a few.

We have a variety of options for RN travel jobs in Houston if you have a specific start date in mind. The latest start date for an RN job is Dec 29, 2024 for a Registered Nurse – Labor & Delivery role at $1,720 per week. The earliest start date is Nov 25, 2024 for a Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room role at $3,084 per week. Find additional possibilities by sorting “start date” in the list below.

There are a variety of contract lengths available for a Registered Nurse travel nurse job in Houston including 8 weeks and 13 weeks.

Houston is a great location for RN travel nurses to live, work and play! Search for additional RN jobs below or apply now and our AMN Healthcare team will help get you started!

Search Top Paying Travel Registered Nurse Jobs in Houston

AMN Healthcare currently has 9 travel Registered Nurse positions available in the Houston, TX area. Search the most recent jobs below, or click the button below to view all jobs.

travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Houston, Texas – 77030
  • 12 E,
  • December 2, 2024
  • 13
$2,798 to $3,084
Weekly Pay*
Nurses who have a minimum of 5 years of experience in a level1 /big facility with exposure to variety of complex procedures. ” Head & Neck and Plastic surgery-Neck dissections, thyroids and parathyroid, breast with DIEP flaps, Fat transfers, Free flap experience could be great if possible . cosmetic plastic surgeries are not reconstructive surgeries. ” Ophthalmology- Cataracts/vitrectomies preferred ” Ortho/Neuro — craniotomies for tumor resections/aneurysm, cranioplasties and some spine & ortho experiences preferred. ” General /Laparoscopic surgery—- complicated and big open /Lap surgeries like low anterior resections, gastrectomy, whipples, liver resections, diaphragm repairs, nephrectomies, cystectomy with conduits etc. ” Robotics surgeries-prostates, cystectomies, Nephrectomy (partial or radical) bowel resections (LAR), lung lobectomy, Hysterectomy etc. ” Thoracic/ vascular – Video assisted thoracoscopic lobectomy, thoracotomy for lobectomy, lymph node dissections, IVC thrombectomy, Ivor lewis / esophagectomy, fem pops, endarterectomy, etc. ” GYN- Open and laparoscopic oophorectomy, hysterectomy, Colporraphy, Lap assisted vaginal hysterectomy etc.
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Houston, Texas – 77030
  • 12 E,
  • November 25, 2024
  • 13
$2,798 to $3,084
Weekly Pay*
Main Operating Room 1 RN 1430-2300 13 weeks TMC- Main Campus Houston, TX Nurses who have a minimum of 5 years of experience in a level1 /big facility with exposure to variety of complex procedures. ” Head & Neck and Plastic surgery-Neck dissections, thyroids and parathyroid, breast with DIEP flaps, Fat transfers, Free flap experience could be great if possible . cosmetic plastic surgeries are not reconstructive surgeries. ” Ophthalmology- Cataracts/vitrectomies preferred ” Ortho/Neuro — craniotomies for tumor resections/aneurysm, cranioplasties and some spine & ortho experiences preferred. ” General /Laparoscopic surgery—- complicated and big open /Lap surgeries like low anterior resections, gastrectomy, whipples, liver resections, diaphragm repairs, nephrectomies, cystectomy with conduits etc. ” Robotics surgeries-prostates, cystectomies, Nephrectomy (partial or radical) bowel resections (LAR), lung lobectomy, Hysterectomy etc. ” Thoracic/ vascular – Video assisted thoracoscopic lobectomy, thoracotomy for lobectomy, lymph node dissections, IVC thrombectomy, Ivor lewis / esophagectomy, fem pops, endarterectomy, etc. GYN- Open and laparoscopic oophorectomy, hysterectomy, Colporraphy, Lap assisted vaginal hysterectomy etc.
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Labor & Delivery
  • Houston, Texas – 77030
  • 12 N,
  • December 16, 2024
  • 13
$2,478 to $2,731
Weekly Pay*
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Emergency Room
  • Houston, Texas – 77030
  • 12 E,
  • December 6, 2024
  • 8
$2,478 to $2,731
Weekly Pay*
This Emergency Room (ER) unit boasts the latest in cutting-edge technology as well as a compassionate and effective patient care model. This highly esteemed facility welcomes creative and energetic caregivers to join its team. In addition to working with an elite team, you can expect to work with cutting-edge equipment.
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Statistics on RN Travel Jobs in Houston, TX

View helpful statistics based on historical data about RN travel jobs in and near Houston. This data is based on the last three months of RN job postings in and around Houston. Our statistics are updated regularly, which means you can find the most accurate Registered Nurse job salary trends, the types of shifts, and common contract durations available in Houston and more. Find out more about travel nursing salaries here.

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FAQs About Registered Nurse Jobs in Houston, Texas

On average, how much does an RN travel nurse make in Houston?

A Registered Nurse in Houston can make an average of $1,831 per week.

What hospitals and healthcare facilities have Registered Nurse staff in or around Houston?

  • McGovern Medical School Dept of Family and Community Medicine in Houston (4 miles from Houston)
  • McGovern Medical School Dept of Internal Medicine in Houston (4 miles from Houston)
  • XpertMD in Webster (20.5 miles from Houston)
  • Harris Health – County Detention Facility JA09 (1200 Baker) in Houston (0.5 miles from Houston)
  • Harris Health – County Detention Facility JA07 (701 N San Jacinto) in Houston (0.3 miles from Houston)

Historically, what is the most common contract length for Registered Nurse travel job in Houston?

Based on recent travel nursing agencies data, the most common duration for a Registered Nurse job in Houston is 13.

How many travel Registered Nurse jobs are available in Houston currently?

There are currently 9 Registered Nurse travel jobs available in Houston. 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.

How much does a night shift Registered Nurse make on average in Houston and nearby cities?

A: 12 Hour Night shift Registered Nurse in Houston can make an average of $1,753 per week based on recent job availability and travel nurse salary data.

What shifts are most common for RN travel jobs near Houston?

Based on the last 6 months of data, 12 Hour Night shifts were the most common in Houston and surrounding areas.

How much does a day shift Registered Nurse make on average in Houston and nearby cities?

A: 12 Hour Day shift Registered Nurse in Houston can make an average of $1,789 per week based on recent job availability.

What are the top paying Registered Nurse jobs available in or near Houston currently?

Locating RN Travel Nursing Jobs in Houston

Facilities like McGovern Medical School Dept of Family and Community Medicine, McGovern Medical School Dept of Internal Medicine and XpertMD in Houston all offer RN departments. It’s an amazing city to work in and is close to neighborhoods like East Downtown (zip code 77003), Greater Eastwood (zip code 77292) and Greater East End (zip code 77011).

Other popular cities near Houston for RN job opportunities are Bellaire (7 miles), Pasadena (10.5 miles), and Alief (14.4 miles). These nearby zip codes often have opportunities: 77030 (4 miles), 77584 (12.9 miles), and 77598 (20.5 miles).

Houston Hospitals

In Houston there are 13 hospitals & healthcare facilities with RN staff. See what types of shifts, contract durations, job specialties, and nearby neighborhoods each facility might offer to help you find your next RN travel nursing position in or nearby Houston.

Ben Taub General Hospital
Shifts
12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12, 13, 7, and 8
Address
1504 Taub Loop
Houston, TX 77030
Nearby Neighborhoods
East Downtown (77003), Greater Eastwood (77292), Greater East End (77011), Denver Harbor/ Port Houston (77020), Clinton Park Tri-Community (77029)
CHI – St. Luke’s Health Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Center
Shifts
8 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12, 9, 13, 10, and 8
Address
6720 Bertner Avenue
Houston, TX 77030
Nearby Neighborhoods
East Downtown (77003), Greater Eastwood (77292), Greater East End (77011), Denver Harbor/ Port Houston (77020), Clinton Park Tri-Community (77029)
Clear Lake Regional Medical Center
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
13
Address
500 Medical Center Blvd
Webster, TX 77598
Houston Northwest Medical Center
Shifts
10 D, 12 D, and 12 N
Job Durations
13
Address
710 FM 1960 West
Houston, TX 77090
Nearby Neighborhoods
Kingwood (77325), Denver Harbor/ Port Houston (77020), East Downtown (77003), Greater Eastwood (77292), Greater East End (77011)
Park Plaza Hospital
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 12 D, and 12 N
Job Durations
16 and 13
Address
1313 Hermann Drive
Houston, TX 77004
Nearby Neighborhoods
East Downtown (77003), Greater Eastwood (77292), Greater East End (77011), Denver Harbor/ Port Houston (77020), Clinton Park Tri-Community (77029)
West Houston Medical Center
Shifts
10 D, 12 D, and 12 N
Job Durations
13
Address
12141 Richmond Avenue
Houston, TX 77082
Nearby Neighborhoods
East Downtown (77003), Greater Eastwood (77292), Greater East End (77011), Denver Harbor/ Port Houston (77020), Clinton Park Tri-Community (77029)

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