Med/Surg RN in Tehachapi, California
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Tehachapi, CA
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $1,822/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 27, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $50.61
- Weekly
- $1,822
- Yearly (full-time)
- $94,744
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $50.61/hour — 25% below the median for Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in California ($67.44/hour). The total includes tax-free housing and meal stipends, which staff jobs don't pay, so take-home pay is usually higher than the hourly figure suggests.
Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 36 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in California right now
- 2,154 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in California from 7 agencies, 23 of them in Tehachapi.
- Pay in these listings: $17.79 – $152/hour, median $65.00/hour.
- Typical Registered Nurse (RN) pay in California: $67.44/hour ($140,275/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: AHS Staffing ($73.41/hour across 363 jobs).
Job description
Job Description
Step into a 13-week travel nursing assignment in Tehachapi, California, working night shifts for 36 hours per week. In this role, you will deliver coordinated nursing care to an assigned patient or group of patients, follow established standards and the nursing process, and use independent clinical judgment to guide your decisions. You will also supervise and direct assigned nursing staff while coordinating care with other disciplines. This assignment is well suited for a nurse who is comfortable taking the lead when the night shift gets busy.
Weather
Tehachapi typically offers crisp, comfortable conditions around this time of year, with cooler evenings and pleasant daytime weather. Pack layers so you can enjoy the area both after a night shift and during daytime adventures.
Fun Things To Do
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Local Exploration: Discover Tehachapi’s local shops, restaurants, and community highlights.
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Outdoor Break: Enjoy the area’s open spaces, scenic views, and refreshing high-desert air.
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Day Trip: Spend a day exploring Bakersfield’s dining, entertainment, and cultural attractions.
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Day Trip: Visit Los Angeles for museums, shopping, dining, and major city attractions.
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Scenic Drive: Take a relaxing drive through the surrounding California landscapes.
Job Specifics
City and State: Tehachapi, California
Shift: Nights
Duration: 13 weeks
Hours: 36 hours per week
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