ICU RN
San Antonio, TX
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$1,480/weekOverview
- Start Date08/06/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 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
Registered Nurse (ICU) - Travel Assignment
Location: San Antonio, Texas
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: 7:00 AM – 7:30 PM or 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM (rotating weekends)
Hours per Week: 36 hours
Unit and Work Environment
- Unit: Intensive Care Unit (ICU) with 14 beds; also includes 20 Med/Surg beds
- Patient Ratios: 1:2 in ICU, 1:5 in Med/Surg
- Staffing: 1 Patient Care Assistant (PCA), 1 Unit Coordinator (UC)
- Documentation System: Meditech
- Floating: Required as needed (all travelers must comply with floating policy)
- Call Requirements: None
- Attendance: Reliable attendance is critical; candidates with attendance issues will not be considered
- Dress Code:
- Navy scrub top and pants; navy or white scrub jacket
- Clean, healthy nails; neat and clean hair with no extreme styles or colors
- Facial hair must be clean and neatly trimmed
- Body art should be covered when possible; visible piercings other than ears are prohibited
Required Qualifications
- Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Texas (temporary licenses not accepted)
- Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
- Minimum 2 years of recent ICU (Intensive Care Unit) nursing experience, including experience within the last year
- Certifications:
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- NIH Stroke Scale Certification (NIHSS)
- Skills:
- Experience with vasopressor management
- Meditech experience preferred (not required)
Procedures and Skills
- Critical care procedures performed regularly on the unit
Additional Information
- The unit is known for a cohesive and supportive team environment
- Emphasis on positive patient experience and clinical outcomes
- Hospital has received high safety grades for patient protection and quality care
Note: Prior travel experience is not explicitly required for this role.
Employer
Host Healthcare
266 nurses recommend 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.
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About San Antonio, TX
As a Travel Intensive Care Unit Nurse in San Antonio, TX here's what you should know:- The cost of living in San Antonio is lower than the national average, making it an affordable city to live in.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living, providing good value for residents.
- The average high in summer is around 95°F, while the average low in winter is around 40°F, offering a mix of hot summers and mild winters.
- Short-term rentals and furnished housing options are relatively easy to find in San Antonio, with a variety of choices available for travel nurses.
- San Antonio is relatively car-friendly, with a well-connected road network.
- Public transportation options include buses and a streetcar system, providing convenient travel within the city.
- San Antonio is a diverse city with a wide range of demographics.
- It has a relatively young population, and common health issues may include allergies due to the climate.
- There is a large population of travel nurses in the area, creating a supportive community.
- San Antonio offers a vibrant culinary scene with diverse restaurants, a rich cultural heritage with art and music events, and a strong focus on sports and outdoor activities.
- The River Walk, the Alamo, and the Tower of the Americas are popular attractions for both locals and visitors.
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