ICU/CCU/Critical Care RN in Folsom, California
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Folsom, CA
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,234/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 2, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $62.06
- Weekly
- $2,234
- Yearly (full-time)
- $116,168
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $62.06/hour — 8% 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, 8 of them in Folsom.
- 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 13-week travel contract places you in a vibrant Folsom ICU setting, working 12-hour night shifts that keep your nights lively and days free for exploring. As an ICU nurse, you'll be providing care for a general medical and surgical population, managing patients with conditions such as respiratory failure, COPD, CHF, DKA, or stable post-TPA CVAs. Your expertise in reading EKGs, interpreting ventilator data, and working independently without in-house intensivists will shine here. While the work is intensive, this role offers opportunities for extra shifts, self-scheduling, and a chance to experience a community that values your skills. And yes, you’ll be part of a team that values your contributions—just with fewer patient loads and the occasional telemedicine support.
Weather:
Expect generally mild weather around this time, with warm days and cooler evenings typical of Folsom’s climate. It’s an ideal time for outdoor activities or relaxing by local parks after your shift.
Fun Things To Do:
- Historic Folsom: Explore the Old Town district with its shops, cafes, and live music venues.
- Folsom Lake: Enjoy nearby recreational activities like fishing, boating, or hiking along scenic trails.
- Day trip to Sacramento: Visit the California State Capitol and the Crocker Art Museum.
- Gold Country Tour: Take a short drive to explore the scenic gold rush towns of Placerville and Sutter Creek.
- El Dorado Hills: Discover local wineries and enjoy wine tasting amidst picturesque vineyard views.
Job Specifics:
Location: Folsom, CA
Shift: 12-hour nights (7:00 PM - 7:30 AM)
Duration: 13 weeks, 36 hours per week
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