Med/Surg RN in Santa Cruz, California
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Santa Cruz, CA
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,027/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 27, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $56.31
- Weekly
- $2,027
- Yearly (full-time)
- $105,404
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $56.31/hour — 17% 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
- 2,078 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in California from 7 agencies, 8 of them in Santa Cruz.
- Pay in these listings: $17.79 – $152/hour, median $65.23/hour.
- Typical Registered Nurse (RN) pay in California: $67.44/hour ($140,275/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: AHS Staffing ($73.05/hour across 356 jobs).
Job description
Job Description
Take your nursing experience to Santa Cruz on a 13-week travel contract supporting medical-surgical and orthopedic patients. This assignment is suited for a nurse with at least two years of experience who is comfortable caring for a varied patient population, working 12-hour day shifts, and floating between two medical-surgical units as needed. Oncology experience is required for oncology assignments, and BLS certification is required. Travelers will complete orientation on each unit, work every other weekend, participate in the holiday rotation, and wear navy scrubs. With Cerner charting, hospitalist and intensivist coverage, 24/7 respiratory therapy and pharmacy support, and daytime IV and PICC resources, this assignment offers a practical setup for focused bedside nursing—plus plenty of coastal scenery after your shift.
Weather
Santa Cruz typically offers mild coastal weather with cool mornings, comfortable afternoons, refreshing ocean breezes, and occasional light rain. The moderate climate makes it easy to enjoy outdoor activities before or after a shift.
Fun Things To Do
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Beach Day: Walk the shoreline, explore the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, and enjoy views of Monterey Bay.
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Redwood Escape: Hike among towering coastal redwoods in Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park.
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Day Trip to Monterey: Visit the waterfront, explore Cannery Row, and take in the coastal scenery.
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Day Trip to Big Sur: Take a scenic drive along the coast and stop at overlooks, beaches, and trails.
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Downtown Discovery: Browse local shops, restaurants, and galleries in downtown Santa Cruz.
Job Specifics
City and State: Santa Cruz, California
Shift: 12-hour days
Duration: 13 weeks
Hours: 36 hours per week
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