Travel Contract

CCU RN
Houston, Texas
CHI Saint Luke's Health-Baylor Saint Luke's Medical Center

$1,929-2,099/week

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Job info

Registered Nurse

Location

Houston, Texas

Contract Length

13 weeks

Shift

Days
12-hour shifts
36 hours per week

Required Qualifications

Valid RN license in Texas
Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
CCU - Coronary Care experience with 2 years of experience
CCU - Coronary Care experience within the last year
ACLS
BLS
NIHSS
Experience with Epic

Unit Details

18 beds
Typical nurse-to-patient ratio is 1:2, occasionally 1:1
Common patient types include heart failure, STEMI, pulmonary emboli, arrhythmias, and MICU overflow
Charge nurse support is available
Patient care assistant support is minimal

Scheduling

Travelers fill open shifts
Holidays are usually covered, but days before and after holidays may be required

Orientation

Two 12-hour unit orientation shifts

Dress Code

Teal tops and bottoms
Solid or coordinating non-terrycloth jackets

Additional Notes

ICU respiratory therapy support is available 24/7
The unit is not a closed unit
Parking is available at additional cost

Facility

CHI Saint Luke's Health-Baylor Saint Luke's Medical Center

3.8rating(20 reviews)

1 nurse recommends working with CHI Saint Luke's Health-Baylor Saint Luke's Medical Center

5.0rating

Anonymous

Case Management (RN)

Staff Position

Review of CHI Saint Luke's Health-Baylor Saint Luke's Medical Center on Aug 27, 2026

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Short Term Acute Care
678 beds

ADDRESS6720 Bertner AvenueHouston, TX 77030

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About Houston, TX

As a Travel Intensive Care Unit Nurse in Houston, TX here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

Houston's cost of living is slightly below the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.

Weather

Summer highs average around 90°F (32°C) with lows around 75°F (24°C), while winter highs average around 63°F (17°C) with lows around 45°F (7°C).

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are readily available in Houston, with a variety of options to choose from.

Transportation

Houston is car-friendly with a well-developed highway system.
Public transportation is available through the METRO bus and light rail services.

Demographics

Houston is a diverse city with a wide range of ethnicities and age groups.
Common health issues include allergies, asthma, and obesity.
There is a large population of travel nurses due to the numerous healthcare facilities in the area.

Things to Do

Houston offers a vibrant culinary scene with diverse restaurants, a thriving art and music community, professional sports teams, and plenty of outdoor activities including parks and nearby coastal attractions.

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