ICU/CCU/Critical Care RN in Los Angeles, California
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Los Angeles, CA
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,681/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 8, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $74.47
- Weekly
- $2,681
- Yearly (full-time)
- $139,412
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
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
- 2,078 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in California from 7 agencies, 199 of them in Los Angeles.
- 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
Join a vital role in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) where you'll be working as a travel nurse on a 13-week contract, providing critical care to patients during night shifts. This assignment offers a chance to sharpen your skills in a fast-paced environment with a dedicated team. You'll focus on delivering specialized ICU care with a supportive staff, and the schedule allows you to experience the unique rhythm of nighttime patient management—think of it as a backstage pass to the quieter, yet intense moments of patient care. The role requires recent ICU experience, an active RN license in California, and certifications like BLS and ACLS. An opportunity to advance your expertise and make a meaningful difference in patients’ recovery journey.
Weather:
Around this time of year, the weather typically features warm and sunny days with pleasant evenings, perfect for outdoor exploration and relaxation in the California sunshine.
Fun Things To Do:
- Beach Day at Venice Beach
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Job Specifics:
Location: Los Angeles, California
Shift: 12-hour nights
Duration: 13 weeks
Weekly Hours: 36 hours
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