ICU/CCU/Critical Care RN in San Diego, California
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- San Diego, CA
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,681/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 28, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $74.47
- Weekly
- $2,681
- Yearly (full-time)
- $139,412
This job pays about $74.47/hour — 10% above 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
- 2,331 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in California from 7 agencies, 83 of them in San Diego.
- Pay in these listings: $20.00 – $229/hour, median $65.20/hour.
- Typical Registered Nurse (RN) pay in California: $67.44/hour ($140,275/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: AHS Staffing ($72.35/hour across 434 jobs).
Job description
Job Description:
Provide specialized bedside care as an ICU Registered Nurse in San Diego, supporting critically ill patients during 12-hour night shifts. This travel assignment is suited for an experienced critical care nurse who can manage complex conditions, respond to changing patient needs, and collaborate with the care team in an intensive care setting. Experience with dialysis, SLED, stroke assessment, or similar critical care services is valued.
Weather:
San Diego typically offers mild, comfortable weather with plenty of sunshine, low humidity, and cool evenings. Outdoor plans are often enjoyable, with pleasant conditions for exploring the coast, parks, and nearby inland communities.
Fun Things To Do:
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Balboa Park: Explore museums, gardens, galleries, and the San Diego Zoo.
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La Jolla Coast: Visit the coves, watch sea lions, and enjoy scenic coastal walks.
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Julian Day Trip: Discover this mountain town, browse its historic streets, and enjoy its well-known apple desserts.
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Anza-Borrego Desert State Park Day Trip: Take in desert landscapes, hiking trails, and wide-open views.
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Coronado: Relax on the beach, bike along the waterfront, and explore the village.
Job Specifics:
City and State: San Diego, California
Shift: 12-hour nights
Duration: 36 hours per week for 13 weeks
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