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Per Diem Nursing Jobs in Texas

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Working as a nurse in Texas

Texas has one of the largest healthcare workforces in the country, and demand for nurses spans the entire state — from the Texas Medical Center in Houston, the largest medical complex in the world, to the fast-growing hospital systems of Dallas–Fort Worth, San Antonio, Austin, and El Paso. For RNs, LVNs, and CNAs who want flexibility, Texas offers a deep mix of acute care hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, rehabilitation centers, long-term care, and senior living communities in nearly every metro.

Major systems like Houston Methodist, Memorial Hermann, Baylor Scott & White, UT Southwestern, Methodist Healthcare, and University Health employ tens of thousands of clinicians statewide, while a large and growing network of post-acute and senior-care facilities keeps per diem demand steady week to week.

Texas is a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) state. If you hold a qualifying multistate RN or LVN license from another compact state, you can practice in Texas without applying for a separate Texas license. CNAs must meet Texas certification requirements before working in the state.

With Switch, you pick the shifts and facilities that fit your life — whether you’re working around nursing school, a full-time role, or family — and get paid quickly. Choose your city below to see local shifts and pay.

Nursing jobs by city in Texas

96%

Shift fulfillment rate through the Switch app

Same day

SwitchPay puts your earnings in your pocket — no waiting for payday

10K+

Nurses already earning on their own terms

What nurses say about Switch

“Working for Switch has been a wonderful experience and has also been empowering for a busy mom like myself. I have the privilege to pick and choose my own schedule and work around my hectic schedule outside of work as a parent.”

Samantha Hubert Certified Nursing Assistant

“I have been with Switch for about five years now and the thing that I like the best about them is because they care about their workers. They pay me quickly, which is a good thing. Being with Switch brings me peace of mind. Great agency to work for!”

Anissa Coble Certified Nursing Assistant

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FAQs about working in Texas

Which Texas cities does Switch cover?

Switch connects nurses and CNAs with per diem shifts across Texas, including Houston, Dallas, Fort Worth, San Antonio, Austin, and El Paso, with more markets added as demand grows. Choose your city to see local opportunities.

Do I need a Texas nursing license to work per diem shifts?

Texas is part of the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC). If you hold a qualifying multistate RN or LVN license from another compact state, you can generally work in Texas without applying for a separate Texas license. CNAs must hold a valid Texas certification.

How much do per diem nurses and CNAs make in Texas?

Pay varies by role, experience, facility type, demand, and metro area. Weekend, holiday, and high-demand shifts often pay more. With Switch, you’ll always see the exact pay before you accept a shift — see your city page for local pay ranges.

Can I pick up shifts around a full-time job or nursing school?

Yes. Many RNs, LVNs, and CNAs use Switch to add income around a full-time position, nursing school, or family life, with no minimum-hour requirements. You choose which shifts fit your schedule.

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