Travel Contract

Emergency Department RN
Brownsville, TX
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$1,480/week

Posted 1 day ago

Overview

Start Date06/08/2026
Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
ShiftNights
Duration13 weeks

Pay

Estimated total pay

$1,480/week

Benefits

Referral bonus
School loan reimbursement
Vision benefits
Wellness and fitness programs
Company provided housing options
License and certification reimbursement
Life insurance
Medical benefits
Mileage reimbursement
Pet insurance
Discount program
Employee assistance programs
Guaranteed Hours
Health savings account
Holiday Pay
401k retirement plan
Continuing Education
Dental benefits

Qualifications

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Education

Associate of Science in Nursing, Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Science in Nursing

License

Texas Nursing License

Certifications

Basic Life Support

Description

Registered Nurse - Emergency Department (Travel)

Location: Brownsville, Texas
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Hours per Week: 36

Unit Information

Unit Type: Freestanding Emergency Department (FSED)
Number of Beds: 11
Staffing: 8 RNs total
Shift Staffing:
- Day Shift: 2 RNs, 1 ED Physician, 1 Radiology Tech, security officer on campus 12 pm–4 am
- Night Shift: 2 RNs, 1 ED Physician, 1 Radiology Tech, security officer on campus 12 pm–4 am
Patient Care Model: Team Nursing
Equipment: Standard Emergency Department equipment
Electronic Medical Record (EMR): Meditech

Job Description & Responsibilities

Provide emergency nursing care across all triage levels
Perform phlebotomy
Support airway management and intubation
Assist with splinting and immobilization
Monitor moderate sedation and recovery
Assist with wound care and laceration repair
Participate in cardiac monitoring, code response, and resuscitation support

Required Qualifications

Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Texas
Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
Minimum 1 year of recent Emergency Department (ED) nursing experience within the last year
Certifications:
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course (ENPC)
- Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC)
- Crisis Prevention Intervention Training (CPI)

Employer

Host Healthcare

4.8rating(1048 reviews)

231 nurses recommend working with Host Healthcare

5.0rating

Pros

Friendly, professional,

Cons

None

Recommends working with Host Healthcare

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Review of Tiffany Smith on Apr 28, 2026

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About

At Host Healthcare, we provide a truly comfortable experience as you explore your travel nursing, therapy, or allied career. We make your travel healthcare journey easy by taking care of all the details, so you don’t have to.

We are on a mission to help others live better and we do this by helping the healers of the world be as comfortable as possible. With access to tens of thousands of travel nursing, therapy, and allied jobs in all 50 states, our responsive and friendly recruiters find your dream position based on what’s important to you.

During your assignment, get access to premium benefits, including Day 1 medical that continues up to 30 days between assignments, 401K matching, travel reimbursements, dedicated housing support, and more. We also offer 24/7 support from our team and access to our on-staff clinicians so you can feel comfortable and confident throughout your entire assignment.

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About Brownsville, TX

As a Travel Emergency Department Nurse in Brownsville, 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 the lower cost of living.

Weather

Summer average highs of around 90°F and lows of around 75°F.
Winter average highs of around 70°F and lows of around 50°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are relatively easy to find, with various options available for furnished housing.

Transportation

Car-friendly city with good road infrastructure.
Limited public transportation options.

Demographics

Diverse population with a mix of cultures due to its proximity to the Mexican border.
Wide age range with a significant elderly population.
Common health issues include diabetes and obesity.
Brownsville has a large population of travel nurses due to its healthcare facilities and proximity to the border.

Things to Do

Plenty of restaurants offering Tex-Mex and authentic Mexican cuisine.
Cultural attractions include museums showcasing military aircraft, indigenous dress, and costumes.
Outdoor activities such as fishing, swimming, surfing, and birdwatching are popular at Boca Chica State Park and Sabal Palm Sanctuary.

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