Job info

Location: Lubbock, Texas
Employment type: Travel/Contract
Contract length: 13 weeks
Facility: Short-term acute care, 379 staffed beds, Level II Trauma Center
Parking: Free in unrestricted spaces, including designated free surface lots marked for employees and visitors

Shift: Day, 3x12-hour shifts, 7:00 to 19:00 (12 hours per day, 36 hours per week)
Weekends: Required every other weekend
Nurse-to-patient ratio: 1:5
Float: Position may float between units
On-call: Not required
Block schedules: Not required
48-hour weeks: Not approved

The following are listed in the source as required only if the unit's requirements specify them. Verify with the unit before applying:

ACLS, BLS, and PALS: AHA (Instructor, Provider, or RQI) or Heart & Stroke Foundation of Canada certification only
NRP: Current certification from AAP, AHA, or the Canadian Paediatric Society
EFM: AWHONN or NCC-EFM
IV certification
Management of Assaultive Behavior (MAB)
NIH Stroke Certification (renewed every 2 years unless the card states otherwise)
CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute)
Chemotherapy (CHEMO)

Background check: Completed within 90 days of start, covering all locations lived or worked in the past 7 years, and updated annually. Includes education verification and sex offender and exclusion-list checks.
Exclusion checks: EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG, completed within 30 days of start and updated monthly
Education verification: Nursing degree verified by a third-party service
Transcripts or diploma: Required only for international nursing education
Employment application: Must cover at least the last 5 years of employment, with month and year dates
References: Minimum of 2 covering 1 year of employment within the last 3 years in a comparable specialty or setting
Work history verification: Required only if a reference exception is requested, covering at least 5 years

Physical exam: Within 1 year of start, signed by an MD, NP, PA, DO, or APRN. Must state the candidate is free of infectious disease and able to work with or without accommodations.
TB screening: IGRA/TSPOT, QuantiFERON Gold, or 2 PPDs within 12 months of start. Positive TB history requires proof and a chest X-ray.
TDAP: Within 10 years, or a declination
MMR (measles, mumps, rubella): 2 vaccines at least 28 days apart, or a positive titer
Hepatitis B: Signed declination, or proof of both a positive titer and vaccination
Varicella: 2 vaccines at least 28 days apart, or a positive titer
Flu: Vaccine or declination required during flu season. Candidates who decline may be required to wear a mask.
COVID: Vaccination record preferred. Declination not required. Candidates without documentation are treated as unvaccinated and must follow infection prevention measures.
Drug screen: 9-panel drug screen within 12 months of start. Instant results are acceptable.
Respirator clearance: Annual RespSafety medical clearance, with a questionnaire completed through the facility
Fit test: Completed onsite unless a valid record exists within 1 year of start

Float policy: Must sign the float policy acknowledgement. May be required to float to another facility within a reasonable distance.
Skills checklist: Required for the applicable unit, updated annually
Annual regulatory modules: About 3.5 hours, assigned through the staffing company's learning system
Facility system training: Required modules assigned after system access is granted
Badge photo: Passport-style, neutral background, JPEG format, submitted by the Monday before start
Timekeeping form: Contingent worker job aid and attestation form required for Texas placements

Facility

3.9rating(39 reviews)

1 nurse recommends working with Covenant Medical Center

Anonymous

PCU - Progressive Care Unit (RN)

Staff Position

5.0rating

Review of Covenant Medical Center on Nov 11, 2026

DetailsVerification data is contributed by healthcare professionals like you, who leave reviews on Vivian.

ADDRESS3615 19th StreetLubbock, TX 79410

Cost of Living

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.

Weather

Average summer highs range from 90-95°F, while winter lows can range from 25-30°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available in Lubbock, and they are relatively easy to find due to the presence of Texas Tech University.

Transportation

Lubbock is car-friendly, with easy access to parking.
Public transportation options are available but may be limited compared to larger cities.

Demographics

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.

Things to Do

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.

Was this helpful?

Yes

No

We strive to have reliable information about every job. Tell us what we've got wrong so we can correct it.Report an issue