Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department
Big Spring, TX
First Connect Health
4x12 hrs, Days, Nights
Referral Bonus

$2,718/week
Posted Today

Overview

  • Start Date10/26/2026
  • Shift Breakdown4x12 hrs
  • ShiftDays, Nights
  • Duration13 weeks

Pay

Estimated total pay
$2,718/week
  • Estimated taxable pay
    $1,248/week
  • Estimated non-taxable stipends
    $1,470/week

Benefits

  • Sick pay
  • 401k retirement plan
  • Weekly pay
  • Referral bonus

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Description

🔥 48-HOUR EMERGENCY ROOM (ER) RN CONTRACT – SHANNON MEDICAL CENTER - BIG SPRING

First Connect Health has an immediate 13-week travel contract opening for an experienced Emergency Room (ER) Registered Nurse (RN) in Big Spring, Texas (West Texas / Permian Basin region). Operating within the emergency services department at Shannon Medical Center - Big Spring (Shannon Health System), this high-earning position features an approved 48-hour weekly schedule (4x12-Hours, Day or Night shifts available; facility may consider 36 hours). If you are an acute emergency nurse skilled in rapid triage, acute resuscitation, trauma stabilization, and comprehensive adult/pediatric emergency care looking to maximize your earnings at $2,718/week with maximum tax-free stipends in Texas, this contract is built for you!

💰 PRE-CALCULATED PAY PACKAGE

  • Weekly Gross: $2,718.00
  • Weekly Tax-Free Stipend: $1,470.00
  • Hourly W2 Rate: $24.00/hr (40 regular hours)
  • Overtime Rate: $36.00/hr (8 weekly OT hours included)

📅 SHIFT & POSITION DETAILS

  • Schedule: 4x12-Hour shifts (48 hours preferred/guaranteed; Days or Nights available). Block scheduling is not offered.
  • Guaranteed Hours: 48 total hours weekly (40 regular hours + 8 overtime hours).
  • Onboarding Note: Must report to San Angelo, TX for Day 1 hospital orientation before transitioning to the Big Spring campus.
  • Facility & Setting: Shannon Medical Center - Big Spring (1601 W 11th Pl).
  • Clinical Scope & Patient Care: Comprehensive emergency department nursing care across adult, geriatric, and pediatric populations. Rapid bedside triage, emergency medical stabilization, trauma assessments, conscious sedation, cardiac monitoring, stroke/code evaluations, and preparing transfers for tertiary critical care when indicated.
  • EMR System: Any hospital charting experience considered.

🚨 REQUISITE QUALIFICATIONS FOR SUBMISSION

  • Experience: Minimum 1–2 years of dedicated acute care Emergency Room (ER) clinical nursing experience. Prior travel nurse experience is required.
  • Licensure: Active Texas RN License or Compact/NLC Multistate License strictly in hand at submittal.
  • Certifications Required at Submittal:
    • American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS).
    • AHA Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS).
    • NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) Certification.
    • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS).
    • Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP).
    • Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC).
    • CPI certification is preferred.
  • Compliance Testing & Timelines: Clinicians must be available to complete required lab work and clinical onboarding within 72 hours of accepting an offer. Hard document completion deadline is 12:00 PM (Noon) CST on the Wednesday prior to start.

✨ WORK WITH FIRST CONNECT HEALTH Avoid administrative processing delays on broad public job boards. Apply directly to this posting to lock in your file with our specialized emergency recruitment team. We guarantee 100% upfront financial transparency, immediate document checklist mapping, and fast-track your profile straight to the LotusOne account manager for prioritized presentation!

👉 Click "Apply Now" to complete your screening and secure your October 26th start date!

📍 Location Details: Assignment is located at Shannon Medical Center - Big Spring, 1601 W 11th Pl, Big Spring, TX 79720 (Shannon Health System). ⏱️ Assignment Timeline: 13-week contract starting October 19, 2026 (Job ID: 3484339). 🚗 Day 1 Orientation Notice: Candidate must report to San Angelo, TX for the first day of hospital orientation. 🚫 Strict Local Radius Rule: Clinicians residing within a 110-mile radius are not accepted (strict travel contracts only). 📋 Submittal Rules & Compliance: Active TX or Compact RN license, Nursys verification, AHA BLS, ACLS, NIHSS, PALS, NRP, and TNCC must be uploaded with the initial submittal packet. All Requested Time Off (RTO) must be presented upfront with the submittal packet. Candidate must agree to complete onboarding lab items within 72 hours of offer acceptance.

Employer

First Connect Health

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3 nurses recommend working with First Connect Health

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About

At First Connect Health, we take pride in being a Joint Commission–certified healthcare staffing agency, headquartered in Newark, New Jersey. This prestigious certification is more than just a seal — it's a reflection of our commitment to excellence, safety, and quality in everything we do.

By meeting the rigorous standards set by The Joint Commission, one of the most respected accrediting bodies in healthcare, we've demonstrated that our processes, compliance, and patient care standards are aligned with the highest levels of quality in the industry.

But our dedication goes beyond certifications. Nurses choose First Connect Health because:

  • ✅ Trust and Transparency: We foster honest communication, timely updates, and full transparency throughout your placement journey.
  • ✅ Best Pay & Benefits: We offer industry-leading compensation packages, along with benefits that support your career goals.
  • ✅ Flexibility & Choice: Whether you're seeking short-term assignments, long-term contracts, or local opportunities, we provide the flexibility to suit your preferences.
  • ✅ Personalized Support: Our recruiters take the time to understand your needs, guiding you with care, respect, and responsiveness at every step.

When you work with First Connect Health, you're not just another number — you're a valued professional. Join a team that’s focused on your success, your well-being, and your future in healthcare.

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