Sun Behavioral Houston
Specialty hospital in Houston, TX
From 1 posting · Employer research Jul 6, 2026
The short version
SUN Behavioral Houston is a free-standing psychiatric hospital located in Houston, Texas (77054), operating 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Employer research, Jul 6, 2026
The hard parts
24/7 operation may require night, weekend, and holiday shift work
Employer research, Jul 6, 2026
Working with patients experiencing acute mental health and substance use crises can be emotionally and physically demanding
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What to ask
- How is base pay set for the role, and which differentials apply?
- Which shifts are open, and what are the weekend, holiday and call rules?
- How long is orientation, and will I have one preceptor?
- What is the usual patient load, and how often do nurses float?
Living in Houston, TX
Anchored by the world-renowned Texas Medical Center, Houston pairs elite clinical opportunity with no state income tax and living costs about 1% below the national average. You’ll navigate intense summer humidity, car-dependent commutes, and a celebrated food scene—just heed local advice: research neighborhood drainage before moving and live close to your hospital.
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- 1% below the national average
- BEA index 98.6 (100 = national)
- Median gross rent
- $1,361/mo
- rent and tenant-paid utilities
- Median household income
- $64,813/yr
- all local households, not nurse pay
U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 metro Regional Price Parities · Census ACS 2024
Common questions
Does Sun Behavioral Houston hire new grads?
The one role asks for nursing experience, and none says it welcomes new grads.
How do I apply?
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