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Travel Nursing Jobs in Texas

Texas: A Land of Boundless Opportunities

Texas is the only state in the Union to have flown the flags of six different nations over its changing capital until finally settling on the Stars & Stripes. Spain, France, Mexico, the Republic of Texas, the Confederate States and the United States have all hoisted their banners over the Lone Star State.

AMN has a huge variety of travel nursing jobs in Texas available in locations throughout the Lone Star State. Check out our current job openings below, or read on for an overview of what to expect when you accept a travel nursing assignment in Texas.

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Texas has some of the best travel nurse job opportunities in the country, and we currently have 260 travel nurse jobs available.

Travel nurse jobs are currently available in cities like Rio Grande City, Lubbock, Houston, Fort Worth, and Dallas. Texas hospitals and health care facilities are looking for all types of specialists including Pediatrics, Critical Care-Intensivist (3 jobs), Emergency Room (1 job), Hospitalist (5 jobs), Oncology (1 job), Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (3 jobs), and more.

We have new travel nurse jobs posted daily, so be sure to Apply Now so our specialists can make sure you get first crack when a new job opens up. We make it as easy as possible for you to compare nursing jobs by allowing you to filter based on traveling nurse salary, shift type, location or duration to find the right job for you.

With great things to do, people to meet and places to see, Texas is a popular place for travel jobs! Also be sure to check out our resources on how to become a travel nurse and nursing license renewal.

Texas Cities with Highest-Paying Travel Nurse Jobs

The highest travel nurse jobs salary in Texas can earn up to $8,946 per week as of January 1, 2025. Today, you can find jobs with an average salary of $1,614 ranging between $494 to $8,946 per week. The cities with the highest paying jobs include:

In Texas, there are a number of hospital facilities with nursing staff including: Spring Branch Community Health Center in Katy, ER 24/7 Portland in Portland, Aspen Dental - Longview, TX #2114 in Longview, ER 24/7 Northwest in Corpus Christi, and Dr. Waldron's Smile Studio in Longview are well known in Texas.

If you have a specific start date in mind, the soonest available in Texas is Mar 12, 2025 for a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) - role at $224 per hour. The latest start date for a Certified Anesthesist job is Mar 12, 2025 for a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) - role at $224 per hour.

There are a variety of contract lengths available for a travel nursing job in Texas including 13 Weeks (4,868 jobs), 12 Weeks (225 jobs), and 8 Weeks (85 jobs).

FAQs about Travel Nurse Jobs in Texas

On average, how much does a travel nurse make in Texas?

The salary for travel nurse jobs in Texas averages $215 per hour.

How long is the most common contract duration for travel nursing jobs in Texas?

The average length for travel nurse jobs in Texas based on recent data is 13 weeks.

How many Texas travel nurse job opportunities are currently available?

In Texas there are 260 jobs opportunities for a traveling nurse to choose from as of February 26, 2025.

What cities have the highest paying travel nursing jobs in Texas?

  • Rio Grande City, Texas $224 / per hour average salary
  • Lubbock, Texas $224 / per hour average salary
  • Houston, Texas $224 / per hour average salary
  • Fort Worth, Texas $224 / per hour average salary
  • Dallas, Texas $224 / per hour average salary

What nursing specialties are needed most in Texas right now?

Top Travel Nurse Salaries in Texas

Find the nurse travel jobs in Texas with the highest salaries below and contact a recruiter today:

Cities Highest Paying Salary Average Salary Highest paying job in each city
Rio Grande City $224 /Hourly* $215 /Hourly* Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) $224 per hour
Lubbock $224 /Hourly* $215 /Hourly* Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) $224 per hour
Houston $224 /Hourly* $215 /Hourly* Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) $224 per hour
Fort Worth $224 /Hourly* $215 /Hourly* Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) $224 per hour
Dallas $224 /Hourly* $215 /Hourly* Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) $224 per hour
Corsicana $224 /Hourly* $215 /Hourly* Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) $224 per hour

*Estimate of weekly payments is intended for informational purposes and includes hourly wages, as well as reimbursements for meal & incidental expenses and housing expenses incurred on behalf of the company. Please speak with your recruiter for additional details.

Texas’s Top Opportunities by Specialty

AMN Healthcare receives new travel nurse jobs in Texas each day from hospitals and healthcare facilities. If you are looking for a specific Texas travel nurse job, please see below for in-demand nursing specialties needed throughout the state:

Specialty Average Salary Cities with highest paying jobs
Critical Care $111.10 /hour*
Emergency Room $101.00 /hour* Houston
Hospitalist $95.95 /hour* Beaumont
Pediatrics, Critical Care-Intensivist $85.14 /hour* Dallas and Plano
Oncology $82.47 /hour* San Antonio
RN Case Manager $58.75 /hour* Webster and El Paso
Interventional Radiology $54.82 /hour* Grapevine and Houston
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit $51.96 /hour* Houston and El Paso
Pediatric Intensive Care Unit $43.90 /hour* El Paso, Austin and Houston

*Estimate of hourly payments is intended for informational purposes and includes hourly wages, as well as reimbursements for meal & incidental expenses and housing expenses incurred on behalf of the Company. Please speak with your Recruiter for additional details.

Texas' Top Travel Nursing Specialties

Your Gateway to Thriving Nursing Opportunities in the Lone Star State

At AMN Healthcare, your journey to finding the ideal travel nurse assignment in Texas starts with a dedicated recruiter who is committed to matching your skills with the perfect opportunity, whether you specialize in ER, OR, or pediatric nursing. As a part of the nation's most expansive network of recruiters for travel healthcare professionals, our team welcomes new job postings daily, ensuring you access exclusive opportunities exclusively available to AMN Healthcare nurses. Your Texas adventure awaits – join us today!

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