PACU RN in San Francisco, California
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- San Francisco, CA
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,498/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 13, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $69.39
- Weekly
- $2,498
- Yearly (full-time)
- $129,896
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $69.39/hour — 3% 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
- 2,041 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in California from 7 agencies, 102 of them in San Francisco.
- 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 a rewarding opportunity as a PreOp Registered Nurse in the vibrant city of San Francisco. This 13-week contract offers a chance to work in a fast-paced surgical environment, preparing patients for their procedures while ensuring they are safely cleared for surgery. You'll be performing preadmission testing, medication management, and patient education in a role that keeps you engaged and provides plenty of variety. The fluctuating start times add an element of flexibility—sometimes you'll begin at 6:00 AM, other times around 7:00 AM or 8:00 AM. The schedule includes four 8-hour shifts per week, giving you time to explore the city’s many attractions on your days off.
Weather:
The weather around here is generally mild and pleasant, with warm, sun-filled days and cooler evenings. It’s ideal for outdoor activities and sightseeing after work, making every day a chance to enjoy the beautiful Bay Area landscape.
Fun Things To Do:
- Visit Alcatraz Island and explore its historic prison. (Day trip)
- Take a stroll through Golden Gate Park and enjoy its gardens, lakes, and museums.
- Enjoy panoramic views from Twin Peaks after a short hike.
- Discover the vibrant Ferry Building Marketplace, perfect for food lovers.
- Venture out to Muir Woods and walk among the towering redwoods. (Day trip)
Job Specifics:
Location: San Francisco, CA
Shift: 8 hours (06:00 - 14:30)
Duration: 13 weeks
Weekly Hours: 40 hours
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