Top Critical Care Travel Nursing Jobs in Texas | ICU RN Jobs
Find 13 ICU travel nurse jobs in Texas, updated 19 minutes ago. With Advantis Medical, the #1 travel nurse agency trusted by thousands of RNs nationwide, you'll find high-paying ICU travel nurse jobs in Texas. Openings now offering start dates between Apr 9, 2026 - May 14, 2026. Our close ties to top facilities in Texas give you exclusive access to ICU travel nurse jobs in cities like Austin, Houston,... Dallas, and San Antonio—home to some of the nation’s largest Level I trauma ICUs. Through our exclusive Gold Standard service, you'll excel in renowned facilities while experiencing authentic Southern hospitality. From ECMO management to complex transplant care, your skills meet Texas-sized demands. Your ideal ICU travel nurse jobs in Texas are 1-click away!
13 Open ICU Travel Nursing Jobs in Texas – March 29th
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Top ICU Travel Nurse Jobs Across Texas
ICU travel nursing jobs in Texas provide a unique opportunity for experienced nurses to work in a variety of clinical settings, from busy urban hospitals in Houston and Dallas to smaller community hospitals in Austin and San Antonio. Working as an ICU travel nurse in Texas allows you to gain valuable experience in high-acuity environments and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to provide top-notch patient care. Whether you prefer fast-paced trauma centers or more rural clinics, Texas offers a diverse range of practice settings to enhance your skills and expand your professional horizons as an ICU nurse.
Travel Nursing Jobs - Trending States
Based on current travel job openings, the top 5 highest-paying travel nurse job states are:
- California up to $3,483 per week
- New Jersey up to $3,422 per week
- Wisconsin up to $3,418 per week
- Hawaii up to $3,402 per week
- Massachusetts up to $3,243 per week
Critical Care Travel Nursing Trends in Texas
The lifestyle advantages of ICU travel nurse jobs Texas go well beyond the hospital. With no state income tax (Texas Comptroller) and a cost of living below the national average, your paycheck stretches further in cities like Fort Worth, Austin, and San Antonio. You’ll find vibrant cultural pockets, from the River Walk to live music in Deep Ellum. On your days off, unwind in Big Bend or explore Hill Country. ICU Travel nursing jobs in Texas offer more than income—they deliver work-life balance and access to world-class recreation. As Texas continues to invest heavily in healthcare infrastructure (Statista), ICU travel RN nurses are finding more clinical opportunities and modernized facilities across TX. Whether you're accepting your first ICU travel nurse assignment in Texas or returning for your third, TX provides unmatched variety, flexibility, and freedom.
Texas Critical Care Travel Nursing Jobs – FAQs
What license do you need for ICU travel nurse jobs in Texas?
To work ICU travel nurse jobs in Texas, you must hold an active RN license. Texas is not currently part of the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC), so out-of-state nurses must apply for licensure by endorsement to work in Texas.
Texas Board of Nursing
Contact information
Website: https://www.bon.texas.gov/
Phone: 512.305.7400
Fees
License by Exam: $139 (+$200 exam fee)
License by Endorsement: $186
Renewal: $65
Fingerprinting: $41.95
Timing
Processing Time: 4 – 6 weeks
Valid for: 2 years
Renewal Schedule: by the last day of your birth month
General Information
Nurse Licensure Compact: Yes
Nursys: Yes
CEU Requirements: CEU Requirements: 20 hours
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What are the highest-paying cities for ICU travel nurse jobs in Texas?
Based on current travel job openings, the top 5 highest-paying ICU travel nursing cities in Texas are:
How much do ICU travel nurse jobs in Texas pay?
How often are ICU travel nurse jobs in Texas updated on Advantis Medical?
We update our ICU travel nurse jobs Texas continuously throughout the day to ensure you always see the most current openings available. There are currently 13 ICU travel nursing jobs in Texas open and new jobs are added in real time as soon as they’re released.
Our job board is refreshed at least every 30 minutes, and the most recent ICU travel nursing jobs in Texas was posted just 19 minutes ago. Whether you're searching by specialty, location, or pay, Advantis Medical keeps your travel job search up to date and easy to navigate.
What are other specialties have the highest demand for travel nursing jobs in Texas?
If you're exploring travel nursing jobs in Texas, certain specialties stand out due to high demand across Texas. Based on our current openings, here are the specialties with the most active travel nursing jobs in Texas.
- ER with 19 open jobs
- ICU with 13 open jobs
- Operating Room with 10 open jobs
- CVICU with 10 open jobs
- Labor and Delivery with 10 open jobs
What are other states have the highest demand for ICU travel nursing jobs?
For ICU travel nursing jobs, these states have the most openings:
- California with 24 open jobs
- Texas with 13 open jobs
- Louisiana with 13 open jobs
- Illinois with 12 open jobs
- Massachusetts with 11 open jobs
What benefits come with ICU travel nursing jobs in Texas at Advantis Medical?
When working ICU travel nursing jobs with Advantis Medical, you receive premium benefits while on assignment. We’re proud to offer very competitive benefits in the industry, including:
- Day-one medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Weekly direct deposit & competitive pay
- 401(k) retirement plan options
- $500 referral bonuses
- Onboarding, credentialing & licensing support
- Travel & housing stipends
- A dedicated Clinician Advocate Team for ongoing support