Med/Surg RN in San Luis Obispo, California
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- San Luis Obispo, CA
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,443/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 13, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $60.36
- Weekly
- $2,173
- Yearly (full-time)
- $112,996
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $60.36/hour — 10% 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
- 2,041 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in California from 7 agencies, 35 of them in San Luis Obispo.
- 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
This travel role offers the chance to work within a lively and engaging environment, focusing on providing expert pre and post operative care for a diverse patient population, from infants to seniors. You'll be responsible for managing a variety of procedures in a fast-paced diagnostic cath lab setting, utilizing technical skills, assessment techniques, and patient education. Your work will ensure smooth transitions before and after procedures, in an environment that appreciates clinical proficiency and attention to detail. If you enjoy a spot of challenge mixed with rewarding teamwork, this position offers a unique experience with a mix of critical care and patient interaction.
Weather:
Expect generally mild and pleasant conditions around this time of year, with warm, sunny days and cool evenings, making outdoor activities and walks comfortable and enjoyable.
Fun Things To Do:
- Visit the historic Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa
- Enjoy wine tasting tours in nearby Paso Robles
- Explore Morro Bay and its iconic rock formation
- Take a day trip to Hearst Castle in San Simeon
- Go hiking through Montana de Oro State Park
Job Specifics:
Location: San Luis Obispo, California
Shift: 36 hours per week, 13-week assignment
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