Travel Contract

MICU Registered Nurse
Tyler, TX
PRIDE Health
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$1,759/week

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Overview

Start Date07/27/2026
Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
ShiftDays
Duration13 weeks

Pay

3% higher than average Registered Nurse / Medical Intensive Care Unit Nurse pay in Texas

Estimated total pay

$1,759/week

Benefits

Weekly pay
Holiday Pay
Guaranteed Hours
401k retirement plan
Cancelation protection
Referral bonus
Medical benefits
Dental benefits
Vision benefits

Qualifications

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Required

Work Experience

Registered Nurse (1 year)

License

Texas Nursing License

Other

Skills Checklist
Updated Resume

Description

Registered Nurse – Medical-Surgical ICU (MICU)

Location: Tyler, Texas
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

Unit: Medical-Surgical ICU
Shift: Day shift, 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (7:00 AM – 7:00 PM)
Patient Ratio: 1 nurse to 2 patients
Charting System: Epic

Required Experience

Minimum 2 years of nursing experience preferred in specialty
Prior travel nursing experience preferred

Required Certifications

ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
BLS (Basic Life Support)
NIHSS (National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale)* – as applicable
PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)* – as applicable

*Additional certifications such as NRP, CHEMO, TNCC, CPI, MAB may be required as applicable.

Licensure

Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license for Texas
Primary source online license verification required (e.g., NURSYS)

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

Valid Driver’s License or State ID
E-Verify compliance or attestation as applicable
7-year background check within 1 year of start, updated annually
Education verification of highest level completed
Negative 10-panel drug screen within 90 days of start
Physical exam within 12 months of start
Fit mask test within 1 year of start, renewed annually
Immunizations and titers:
- Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years)
- Negative TB test (2-step PPD, QGOLD, or TSPOT) within 1 year
- Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella: Positive titer or 2 vaccines required
- Hepatitis B: Positive titer, series, or declination accepted
- Varicella: Positive titer, 2 vaccines, or documented history of chickenpox
- Seasonal flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption during flu season (Oct 1 – Mar 31)

Additional Requirements

Unit-specific skills checklist required annually
7-year work history verification required
Complete employment application/resume required
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Restrictions

Candidates residing in the following Texas counties are not eligible for travel contracts: Henderson, Anderson, Cherokee, Rusk, Panola, Smith, Gregg, Van Zandt, Wood, Upshur, Camp, Hopkins, Franklin, Titus, and Morris.

Notes

Orientation and fingerprinting requirements apply for certain states (not Texas)
Some certifications and competencies may be required depending on unit needs and facility policies

This position is ideal for experienced RNs seeking a travel contract in a critical care setting with a focus on medical-surgical ICU care.

Requirements/Qualifications

Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Texas
Minimum 1 year of recent experience in Medical Intensive Care Unit (MICU)
Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification
National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification

Employer

PRIDE Health

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About

PRIDE Health is the minority-owned healthcare recruitment division of Pride Global—an integrated human capital solutions and advisory firm. With our robust and abundant travel nursing and allied health employment options across the U.S., PRIDE Health will allow you to help change the way the world lives and heals as it connects you with the industry’s leading healthcare organizations.

Pride Global offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors.

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About Tyler, TX

As a Travel Medical Intensive Care Unit Nurse in Tyler, TX here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

Lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.

Weather

Summer average highs in the 90s (°F) and lows in the 70s (°F).
Winter average highs in the 50s (°F) and lows in the 30s (°F).

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially in apartment complexes and through online platforms.

Transportation

Car friendliness with well-maintained roads and highways.
Limited public transportation options, so a car is essential for getting around.

Demographics

Diverse population with a mix of age ranges.
Common health issues include allergies due to the pollen from pine trees.
Tyler has a growing community of travel nurses.

Things to Do

Plenty of restaurants offering Southern cuisine, art galleries, live music venues, local sports events, and outdoor activities such as hiking in Tyler State Park.

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