ICU Registered Nurse
Lubbock, TX
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Evenings
Referral Bonus
$2,100/weekOverview
- Start Date06/15/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftEvenings
- Duration14 weeks
Pay
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
- Associate of Science in Nursing, Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Description
ICU Registered Nurse Travel/Contract Job - Lubbock, Texas
Job Details
- Position: ICU Registered Nurse
- Location: Lubbock, Texas
- Employment Type: Travel/Contract
- Contract Length: 14 weeks
- Shift: Evening (3 shifts per week, 12 hours each; 3:00 PM to 3:00 AM)
- Hours per Week: 36
- Patient Ratio: 1:2 to 1:3
- Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
- On-call: Not required
- Block Schedules: Not required
- Floating: Position floats between units
Facility Type
- Short Term Acute Care Hospital
- Level II Trauma Center
- Total Staffed Beds: 379
Required Qualifications
- Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Texas
- Minimum 2 years of ICU (Intensive Care Unit) experience, including experience within the last year
- Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
- Experience in cardiac, neuro, general surgery, cardiology, and neurology care
- NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification or proficiency
Additional Requirements
- Passport-style badge photo with neutral background required
- Must comply with facility dress code: solid navy blue uniforms or scrubs for licensed nursing personnel; print tops not allowed except in specific units
- Float policy acknowledgment required (may float to other nearby facilities)
- Completion of annual regulatory and specialty-specific training modules via LMS (Workramp)
- Background check within 90 days of start, covering all locations lived/worked in past 7 years; must be updated annually
- Education verification required for nursing degree; international education requires additional documentation
- Competency exams and medication/pharmacology competency as applicable
- Physical and health documents must be current and uploaded as required
Notes
- 48-hour shifts are approved
- Free parking available in unrestricted employee/visitor lots
- No prior travel experience required; first-time travelers are welcome
This summary includes all relevant information for healthcare recruiters and workers considering this ICU RN travel contract in Texas.
Employer
Host Healthcare
232 nurses recommend working with Host Healthcare
Pros
Bethany has been working with me on a couple contracts as a travel PT. She has been extremely responsive and supportive. She was able to help me navigate a contract with a difficult facility and expeditiously find a new contract for me in the same area.
Cons
None
Recommends working with Host Healthcare
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.
Travel comfortably with Host Healthcare.
About Lubbock, TX
As a Travel Intensive Care Unit Nurse in Lubbock, TX here's what you should know:- Lubbock's cost of living is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Average summer highs range from 90-95°F, while winter lows can range from 25-30°F.
- Short term rentals are available in Lubbock, and they are relatively easy to find due to the presence of Texas Tech University.
- Lubbock is car-friendly, with easy access to parking.
- Public transportation options are available but may be limited compared to larger cities.
- Lubbock has a diverse population with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to the agricultural surroundings.
- There is a notable population of travel nurses due to the presence of medical facilities and the university.
- Lubbock offers a vibrant arts and music scene, with live music concerts during the summer and the Buddy Holly Center dedicated to the rock 'n roll pioneer.
- There are also plenty of delicious eateries, BBQ joints, and a winery for touring and tasting.
- Outdoor activities include exploring the High Plains vistas and visiting the Bayer Museum of Agriculture.
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