ER RN in Oakland, California
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Oakland, CA
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,299/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 8, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $63.86
- Weekly
- $2,299
- Yearly (full-time)
- $119,548
- Contract length
- 17 weeks
This job pays about $63.86/hour — 5% 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
- 2,040 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in California from 7 agencies, 82 of them in Oakland.
- 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 us for an exciting travel nursing opportunity in Oakland, California, where you'll be essential during a busy winter season. As an ER Registered Nurse, you'll be working 12-hour night shifts, providing critical support to a busy emergency department. This role offers the chance to gain valuable trauma experience, including management of dysrhythmias, blood administration, IV vasopressors, and ventilated patients. The assignment runs for 17 weeks, with rotations scheduled for two of three major holidays, and requires a minimum of two years of ER experience. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy making a difference, this assignment could be the perfect fit. Plus, expect a resourceful setting that keeps spirits high, even when the nights are long.
Weather:
The weather around Oakland during this season is typically mild and pleasant, with cool evenings and comfortable daytime temperatures. It’s an ideal climate for exploring outdoor activities without the extremes of winter cold or summer heat.
Fun Things To Do:
- Golden Gate Bridge Day Trip – Enjoy breathtaking views and walk across the iconic bridge.
- Wine Country Tour – Escape to nearby Napa Valley for wine tasting and scenic vineyard landscapes.
- Oakland Museum of California – Discover local history and engaging exhibits.
- San Francisco Day Excursion – Explore Chinatown, Fisherman's Wharf, and Alcatraz Island.
- Angel Island State Park – Take a ferry to this historic island for hiking and picnicking.
Job Specifics:
Location: Oakland, California
Shift: 12-hour night shifts (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
Duration: 17 weeks
Hours per week: 36
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