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Travel Nurses, Inc.

Travel Surgery RN

Houston, TX · On-site

$1.9K - $2.5K/wk

Travel Nurses, Inc. is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Houston, Texas. & Requirements * Specialty: Med Surg * Discipline: RN * Start Date: ASAP * Duration: 13 weeks ...

Travel Nurses, Inc.

Travel PICU RN

Houston, TX · On-site

Travel Nurses, Inc. is seeking a travel nurse RN PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Houston, Texas. & Requirements * Specialty: PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care * Discipline ...

Travel Nurses, Inc.

Travel CVOR RN

Houston, TX · On-site

Travel Nurses, Inc. is seeking a travel nurse RN CVOR for a travel nursing job in Houston, Texas. & Requirements * Specialty: CVOR * Discipline: RN * Start Date: ASAP * Duration: 13 weeks * 40 hours ...

Ambition 24Hours Inc

Travel RN Dialysis

Houston, TX · On-site

$46.25 - $53.75/hr

Travel RN - Dialysis -- Travel Contract Travel Contract | Houston, TX 77002 | Days Shift TRAVEL POSITION -- OPEN TO ALL LOCATIONS Job Title Travel RN - Dialysis Employment Travel Contract Location ...

Travel Nurses, Inc.

Travel L&D RN

Conroe, TX · On-site

Travel Nurses, Inc. is seeking a travel nurse RN Labor and Delivery for a travel nursing job in Conroe, Texas. & Requirements * Specialty: Labor and Delivery * Discipline: RN * Start Date: ASAP

Taos Healthcare

Travel Registered Nurse

Houston, TX

$2.5K/wk

Seeking Travel RN to work our 6pm-6am overnight shift. For an expedited interview, please email our recruiter at Dylan@opcoca.com with your resume and availability. Rate of Pay: * $2,575 weekly ($50 ...

Genie Healthcare

Travel ER Registered Nurse

Houston, TX · On-site

Genie Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Houston, Texas. & Requirements * Specialty: ED - Emergency Department * Discipline: RN * Start Date ...

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How much do travel rn jobs pay per week?

As of Aug 4, 2026, the average weekly pay for travel rn in Houston, TX is $2,235.19, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $1,790.38 and $2,580.77 per week, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a travel RN?

Travel RNs, or travel registered nurses, are licensed nurses who take temporary assignments at healthcare facilities across different locations, often to fill short-term staffing gaps. These assignments can last from a few weeks to several months and may require nurses to relocate temporarily. Travel RNs provide the same level of care as staff nurses, but benefit from flexible scheduling, higher pay rates, and opportunities to gain experience in diverse settings. They often work through staffing agencies that help match them with jobs and handle logistics like housing and licensure.

What are some typical challenges travel RNs face when adapting to new healthcare facilities?

Travel RNs often encounter the challenge of quickly learning new protocols, electronic health record systems, and facility-specific procedures at each assignment. Adjusting to different team dynamics and patient populations can also require strong communication and adaptability skills. However, most facilities provide orientation and support, and experienced travel nurses develop strategies to integrate smoothly, such as asking proactive questions and building rapport with new colleagues. This adaptability not only enhances patient care but also helps RNs grow professionally.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a travel RN?

To thrive as a Travel RN, you need a current RN license, strong clinical skills, and experience in various healthcare settings. Familiarity with electronic health records (EHRs), travel nursing agencies' systems, and often certifications like BLS and ACLS are typically required. Flexibility, excellent communication, and the ability to quickly adapt to new teams and environments are crucial soft skills. These abilities ensure safe, high-quality patient care while efficiently integrating into diverse clinical settings.

What is the difference between Travel Rn vs Staff Nurse?

AspectTravel RnStaff Nurse
CredentialsRegistered Nurse (RN) license, sometimes additional certificationsRegistered Nurse (RN) license, required certifications
Work EnvironmentTemporary assignments at various healthcare facilities, often across locationsFull-time or part-time at a single healthcare facility
Employer & Industry UsageStaffing agencies, healthcare networks, hospitalsHospitals, clinics, long-term care facilities

Travel Rns typically work on short-term assignments at different locations, offering flexibility and travel opportunities. Staff Nurses usually work at a single facility with a consistent schedule. Both roles require RN licensure and similar certifications, but their work settings and employment structures differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Travel Rn job openings in Houston, TX as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 57% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 26% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $116,230 per year, or $55.9 per hour.

Travel Surgery RN

Travel Nurses, Inc.

Houston, TX • On-site

$1.9K - $2.5K/wk

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Re-posted 17 days ago

Job description

Travel Nurses, Inc. is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Houston, Texas.

Job Description & Requirements
  • Specialty: Med Surg
  • Discipline: RN
  • Start Date: ASAP
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • 40 hours per week
  • Shift: 8 hours
  • Employment Type: Travel

Travel Nurses, Inc. Job ID #330497. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel- RN- Surgery (701)/ 6:30AM-3:00PM/ 13 weeks

About Travel Nurses, Inc.

Travel Nurses, Inc. is a nurse-founded and operated healthcare staffing agency connecting nurses and allied health professionals with opportunities nationwide. Since 1988, we’ve grown from supporting operating room teams in the Mid-South to serving a wide range of specialties across the country.

At our core, we believe healthcare professionals are the foundation of care. That belief drives everything we do, from how we support our clinicians to how we build long-term relationships.

We are committed to making travel simple, transparent and rewarding. With clear pay packages, dedicated recruiter support and a focus on career mobility, our clinicians can move forward with confidence.

Wherever your career takes you, you’ll never go alone.


Benefits
  • Weekly pay
  • 401k retirement plan
  • Life insurance

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