PCU/IMC/Stepdown RN in San Diego, California
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- San Diego, CA
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,771/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 15, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $76.97
- Weekly
- $2,771
- Yearly (full-time)
- $144,092
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $76.97/hour — 14% 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
- 2,040 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in California from 7 agencies, 67 of them in San Diego.
- Pay in these listings: $17.79 – $152/hour, median $65.81/hour.
- Typical Registered Nurse (RN) pay in California: $67.44/hour ($140,275/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: AHS Staffing ($73.03/hour across 357 jobs).
Job description
Join our team for a 13-week travel healthcare contract in San Diego, where you'll work 12-hour night shifts in a high-acuity environment. This role offers an engaging opportunity to provide specialized nursing care to patients requiring ventilator support and intensive monitoring in an ICU step-down unit. You'll use your assessment skills and clinical expertise to deliver individualized, safe, and efficient care, while collaborating with a team that values your input. Expect a dynamic assignment that will challenge and sharpen your skills in a setting that’s as vibrant as the city itself.
Weather:
The weather around this time of year in San Diego is generally mild and pleasant, with warm daytime temperatures and cooler evenings. It’s an ideal climate for outdoor activities and exploring the city’s beautiful beaches, parks, and scenic coastal areas.
Fun Things To Do:
- Stand-up paddleboarding at La Jolla Shores
- Visiting Balboa Park and its gardens
- A day trip to the scenic wine country in Temecula
- Exploring Coronado Island and its famous hotel
- A scenic drive along the Pacific Coast Highway to witness breathtaking ocean views
Job Specifics:
Location: San Diego, CA
Shift: Night, 12 hours (1900-0730)
Duration: 13 weeks
Hours Per Week: 36 hours
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