Medical ICU Registered Nurse
Methodist Hospital Metropolitan
San Antonio, Texas
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Posted Aug 2, 2026 · Last seen active Aug 2, 2026
What this might mean for you
Methodist Hospital Metropolitan is a community hospital, the kind of building where you learn every name fast. It's a night shift — quieter halls, a tighter crew, and your daylight hours back.
What the posting states
- Shift
- Nights
- Weekends, holidays, call
- Weekends required
- Patient load & staffing
- Nurse-to-patient ratio: 1:2 Strong staffing Support when it matters most.
About this role
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Skills for this role
Certifications
Requirements
- Current Registered Nurse License in the State of Texas or Multi-State Compact License
- Employees with RN Compact License are required to obtain Texas RN License within 90 days of hire date
- Graduate of an accredited diploma, associates, or baccalaureate degree registered nursing program
- Minimum of six (6) months of clinical experience as a licensed Registered Nurse
- One (1) year of critical care experience as a licensed Registered Nurse preferred
- Current Registered Nurse License in the State of Texas or Multi-State Compact License
- Current American Heart Association BLS Certification
- Rotating weekends
- Night shift
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
- Wellbeing support including free counseling and referral services
- Paid time off
- Paid family leave
- Long- and short-term disability coverage
- 401(k) Plan with 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay based on years of service
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Flexible spending accounts
About the employer
Methodist Hospital Metropolitan is part of Methodist Healthcare, which has been serving the greater San Antonio community since opening its first hospital in 1963. The hospital is known for providing high-quality healthcare to the San Antonio area and operates as…
What reviewers appreciate
- Self-preferential scheduling posted four weeks in advance for predictability
- Culture of mutual respect and collaboration among surgical and care staff
- Continuous investment in equipment including surgical instruments, devices, and patient positioning technology
What reviewers flag
- Call requirements for certain positions such as OR circulating roles
- Night shift positions (7p-7a) may be required depending on department needs
- Mixed shift assignments may be expected for some roles
Living in San Antonio, TX
San Antonio blends rich Tex-Mex culture, historic missions, and a laid-back river city feel. The famous River Walk winds through downtown, while the Pearl District offers trendy dining and lofts. With no state income tax, major hospital systems, and warm weather year-round, it's an affordable, welcoming spot for nurses seeking authentic South Texas charm.
- Metro price level · San Antonio area
- 94.7
- 5% below the national average
- Median gross rent
- $1,324/mo
- rent and tenant-paid utilities
U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 metro Regional Price Parities · Census ACS 2024
On your path
ICU / Critical Care is a first-year unit lane. The classic route: base year, then transfer in.
Worth asking
The posting doesn’t answer these. Good ones to ask a recruiter or in the interview.
- Can you walk me through the base pay range and differentials?
- What should I expect for weekly hours, holiday, call, and rotation?
- What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
- How is floating handled day to day?
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