ICU/CCU/Critical Care RN in Mission Viejo, California
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Mission Viejo, CA
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,286/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 29, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $63.50
- Weekly
- $2,286
- Yearly (full-time)
- $118,872
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $63.50/hour — 6% 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
- 2,369 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in California from 7 agencies, 24 of them in Mission Viejo.
- Pay in these listings: $20.00 – $229/hour, median $65.00/hour.
- Typical Registered Nurse (RN) pay in California: $67.44/hour ($140,275/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: AHS Staffing ($72.10/hour across 432 jobs).
Job description
Job Description:
Join a 13-week travel assignment as an ICU Registered Nurse supporting a float pool across intensive care and lower-acuity units. You will work night shifts caring for critically ill patients, with the flexibility to float between ICU floors and, when needed, telemetry. Weekend coverage will generally be required at least every other weekend and may increase based on unit needs. Be prepared to work three of five major holidays during the assignment and bring ACLS, BCLS, and NIH certifications. This role welcomes first-time travelers with at least one year of experience.
Weather:
Mission Viejo typically offers mild, comfortable weather with plenty of sunshine, cool evenings, and limited rainfall. The coastal influence makes outdoor activities enjoyable throughout the season.
Fun Things To Do:
• Coastal Escape: Spend the day at Laguna Beach exploring coves, tide pools, galleries, and scenic coastal trails.
• Island Adventure: Take a day trip to Catalina Island for snorkeling, kayaking, hiking, or a waterfront lunch.
• Theme Park Day: Visit Disneyland and explore its rides, entertainment, and dining options in Anaheim.
• Mountain Getaway: Take a day trip to Big Bear Lake for mountain views, hiking, and lakeside activities.
• Local Outdoors: Hike the trails at Oso Creek Trail or enjoy the gardens and open spaces at The Shops at Mission Viejo.
Job Specifics:
City and State: Mission Viejo, California
Shift: 12-hour nights, 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM, three shifts per week
Duration: 13 weeks, 36 hours per week
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