ER RN in San Jose, California
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- San Jose, CA
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,148/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Sep 11, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $59.67
- Weekly
- $2,148
- Yearly (full-time)
- $111,696
- Contract length
- 12 weeks
This job pays about $59.67/hour — 12% 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, 33 of them in San Jose.
- 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 fast-paced Emergency Department at Good Samaritan Hospital in San Jose, CA, for a 12-week assignment as a healthcare professional specializing in acute care. You will work 12-hour mids, typically from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM, providing critical support during night shifts. Your focus will be on patient assessment, data collection, and supporting clinical staff in a setting that sees a wide range of emergencies including stroke and STEMI cases. Candidates comfortable with high-acuity scenarios, teamwork, and utilizing Phillips equipment and Meditech EMR will find this role engaging and impactful.
Weather:
Typically, the weather around this time of year features mild, pleasant temperatures with clear skies. The climate is moderate, making outdoor activities and city exploration comfortable during your days off.
Fun Things To Do:
- City Tour: Explore downtown San Jose’s cultural landmarks and vibrant neighborhoods.
- Winchester Mystery House: Tour the famously quirky mansion and its mysterious history.
- Santa Cruz Day Trip: Enjoy beaches, boardwalk rides, and coastal views just a short drive away.
- Napa Valley: Experience world-renowned wineries and scenic vineyard tours.
- Monterey Bay Aquarium: Visit marine life exhibits and enjoy scenic coastal drives in nearby Monterey.
Job Specifics:
Location: San Jose, California
Shift: 12-hour mids (7:00 PM - 7:00 AM)
Duration: 12 weeks
Weekly Hours: 36 hours
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