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Registered Nurse - Med Surg/Observation

Eligibility
RN
Unit
Med-Surg

Posted Jul 27

What the listing says

Role

Term
Permanent
Setting
Hospital
Accepts
RN
Experience
1+ years

Ratio not posted. Ask in the interview.

Pay

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Similar TX Med-Surg roles post $37/hr to $47/hr

TX Med-Surg postings that state pay run $26/hr to $53/hr, the middle half $37/hr to $47/hr, across 60 postings.

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About this role

At Houston Methodist, nurses develop their skills through a wide range of educational programs, collaborate with physicians to provide the best care and build upon a world-class reputation for excellence in patient care, education and research. We hold ourselves - and the careers we build - to a higher standard. Our growing, inclusive health care system offers: Superior practice settings, High safety standards, Professional development & nursing education, Meaningful collaboration with physicians, Unparalleled support.

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Requirements

  • RN
  • Texas RN license
  • Compact License
  • Bachelor of Science degree or higher from an accredited School of Nursing
  • Twelve months registered nurse experience in a healthcare environment
  • Texas RN license or temporary TX RN license, should obtain permanent license within 90 days. Compact license acceptable according to current Board of Nursing requirements
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  • American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS)
  • Other credentials and certifications as defined by unit/service line

Benefits

  • Superior practice settings
  • High safety standards
  • Professional development & nursing education
  • Meaningful collaboration with physicians
  • Unparalleled support

Place

City
The Woodlands, Texas
Median rent
$1,822/mo

rent and tenant-paid utilities · Census ACS 2024

Local household income
$140,701/yr

all local households, not nurse pay · Census ACS 2024

Metro price level
1% below the national average

The Woodlands area index 98.6, where 100 is the national average.

CMS overall rating
5 of 5 stars (Care Compare, Sep 2026)
Beds
292
Magnet
Designated since 2022 (ANCC)

The Woodlands is a master-planned community north of Houston known for its tree-canopied neighborhoods and extensive park system. NURSES drawn to a quieter suburban lifestyle will find miles of hike-and-bike trails, a charming waterfront plaza, and easy access to big-city amenities.

Map showing the location of The Woodlands, TX
Approximate location in The Woodlands, TX. · © Mapbox © OpenStreetMap· Open the live map

Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 metro Regional Price Parities · Census ACS 2024.

How this role fits you

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Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital
Hospital

Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital is part of the Houston Methodist health system, which has over 100 years of history serving the Greater Houston area. What began as a small 100-bed hospital has grown into a leading academic medical center…

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On your path

Med surg is open from year one. A broad first base while you learn which path pulls harder.

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