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Harris Health System

Mother Baby Nurse Manager

Houston, TX · On-site

$128K - $167K/yr

Employee disaster relief * and more! Requirements * Bachelor's Degree in Nursing * Master's Degree preferred * Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license * Certification in Nursing Speciality or Nursing ...

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As of Sep 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for disaster relief nurse in the United States is $24.33, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.62 and $31.49 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Disaster relief nurses are registered nurses who provide emergency medical care and support to people affected by natural or man-made disasters, such as hurricanes, earthquakes, floods, or conflicts. They work in challenging environments, often with limited resources, and collaborate with other emergency responders to assess injuries, treat patients, prevent disease outbreaks, and offer psychological support. These nurses may work for government agencies, humanitarian organizations, or NGOs, and often undergo specialized training in disaster response and crisis management.

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A disaster relief nurse provides the necessary care and treatment during an emergency, such as a natural disaster, terrorist attack, or other crises that require an immediate medical response for the community. In this position, you typically work with a relief group and travel to locations in need of your services. Your primary responsibilities are to assist first responders and other health care providers with treating injuries and illnesses. Your duties may also include helping to stabilize an area and create a safe environment so you can provide medical care to patients. This job requires excellent interpersonal, communication, and critical thinking skills, as well as the ability to act quickly and remain calm in high-stress situations.

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To thrive as a Disaster Relief Nurse, you need a solid background in emergency nursing, trauma care, and public health, typically supported by an RN license and experience in crisis situations. Familiarity with mobile medical units, emergency response protocols, and certifications like Basic Life Support (BLS) or Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) are common requirements. Strong adaptability, resilience, and cultural sensitivity are crucial soft skills for working effectively in unpredictable and diverse environments. These skills and qualities are vital to deliver rapid, effective care and support to affected populations during high-pressure disaster scenarios.

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Disaster Relief Nurses often encounter challenging conditions such as limited resources, high patient volumes, and rapidly changing environments. They may need to adapt quickly to makeshift clinics or field hospitals and collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams, including local healthcare workers and international relief organizations. Flexibility, resilience, and strong communication skills are essential for managing both the medical needs of affected populations and the emotional stress that can arise in crisis situations.
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Infographic showing various Disaster Relief Nurse job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 4% As Needed, 56% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 25% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $50,616 per year, or $24.3 per hour.

Registered Nurse II - Correctional Health (Days & Nights Available)

Houston, TX • On-site

Harris Health System
Hospitals • 5 - 10K employees
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$48.70 - $63.01/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 28 days ago

Harris Health System rating

7.9

Company rating: 7.9 out of 10

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Job description

Hiring Post: Registered Nurse II - Correctional Health (Days & Nights Available) - 25K Retention Bonus Eligible
Compensation: $48.70 to $63.01/hour
Career Area: Correctional Health
Location: Harris County Sheriff's Office, Houston, TX 77002
Position Type: Full-Time
Job ID: 177686Benefits
  • Day 1 medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • $10k student loan repayment
  • $25K Retention Bonus Eligible
  • Shift differentials (Evenings, Nights, Weekends, Holidays)
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
  • Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance
  • Life and AD&D insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Subsidized parking
  • Access to a credit union
  • Employee disaster relief support
  • Tuition Reimbursement (available after 6 months of employment)
About the Position
Harris Health System is seeking a Registered Nurse II (Nurse Clinician II) to join the Correctional Health team, with both day and night shifts available. In this role, you will provide professional nursing care in accordance with the Texas Nursing Practice Act and Correctional Health standards.
As a competent RN, you will independently manage patients with commonly occurring conditions, applying clinical standards, principles, and evidence-based practices. You will also recognize when to escalate care and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure safe, effective, and compassionate patient care in a correctional health setting.About Harris Health System
Harris Health System is the public healthcare safety-net provider established in 1966 to serve the residents of Harris County, Texas. As an essential healthcare system, Harris Health champions better health for the entire community, focusing on low-income, uninsured, and underinsured populations through acute care, primary care, wellness, disease management, and population health services.
Its flagship hospitals - Ben Taub Hospital (Level 1 Trauma Center) and Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital (Level 3 Trauma Center) - anchor a network of 39 clinics, health centers, and specialty locations, including telemedicine services. Harris Health is nationally recognized for Magnet® nursing excellence, NCQA patient-centered care, and strong academic partnerships with institutions such as Baylor College of Medicine, UTHealth, MD Anderson Cancer Center, and the University of Houston.Requirements
  • Education:
    • Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing
    • BSN preferred
  • Licensure/Certification:
    • Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Texas
    • Basic Life Support (BLS) from an AHA-approved program
    • Additional certifications as required by the unit
  • Experience:
    • Minimum of 1 year full-time RN experience
  • Communication Skills:
    • Above Average Verbal (heavy public contact)
    • Exceptional verbal communication
    • Strong written communication (correspondence and reports)
    • Bilingual skills preferred
    • Ability to accurately communicate clinical information in English
  • Technical Skills:
    • Basic computer proficiency
  • Knowledge/Skills:
    • Mathematics and medical terminology
  • Work Schedule:
    • Flexible schedule with day and night shifts available
    • Includes weekends, holidays, and on-call as needed

Join Harris Health System and make a meaningful impact by delivering quality healthcare to underserved populations in the correctional health setting.

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Harris Health System is a fully integrated healthcare system that cares for all residents of Harris County, Texas. We are the first accredited healthcare institution in Harris County to be designated by the National Committee for Quality Assurance as a Patient-Centered Medical Home, and are one of the largest systems in the country to achieve the quality standard. Our system includes community health centers, same-day clinics, three multi-specialty clinic locations, a dental center, mobile health units and two full-service hospitals.

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Hospitals

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Houston, TX, US

Year founded

1966

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