ICU/CCU/Critical Care RN in Sacramento, California
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Sacramento, CA
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,878/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 29, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $79.94
- Weekly
- $2,878
- Yearly (full-time)
- $149,656
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $79.94/hour — 19% 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
- 2,341 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in California from 7 agencies, 35 of them in Sacramento.
- 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 ($72.39/hour across 429 jobs).
Job description
Job Description:
Join a 13-week travel assignment as an Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse in Sacramento. You will provide specialized care to critically ill patients during 12-hour night shifts, drawing on recent ICU experience and advanced life-support training to manage complex patient needs.
This critical-need assignment offers the opportunity to work in a high-acuity setting while enjoying Sacramento’s blend of city attractions, outdoor recreation, and easy access to Northern California destinations.
Weather:
Sacramento typically offers mild, comfortable days around this time of year, with cooler evenings and a mix of sunshine and occasional light rain. The climate is well suited for exploring the city and surrounding areas between shifts.
Fun Things To Do:
• Old Sacramento Waterfront: Explore historic streets, riverfront views, museums, and local shops.
• Crocker Art Museum: Visit California’s oldest art museum and browse its diverse collections.
• Napa Valley Day Trip: Enjoy scenic vineyards, tasting rooms, and charming valley towns.
• Lake Tahoe Day Trip: Take in alpine scenery, hiking trails, and lakeside recreation.
• San Francisco Day Trip: Experience iconic neighborhoods, waterfront attractions, and cultural landmarks.
Job Specifics:
Location: Sacramento, California
Shift: 12-hour nights
Duration: 13 weeks
Schedule: 36 hours per week
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