L&D RN in San Diego, California
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- San Diego, CA
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,514/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Sep 11, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $69.83
- Weekly
- $2,514
- Yearly (full-time)
- $130,728
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $69.83/hour — 4% 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, 69 of them in San Diego.
- 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 as a Registered Nurse for a 13-week travel assignment in San Diego, CA, working 12-hour days. This role offers the chance to provide comprehensive patient and family care, guiding individuals toward their personal health goals. You'll be engaged in the nursing process—assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating outcomes—while collaborating closely with multidisciplinary teams. The setting emphasizes individualized and culturally sensitive care, with a focus on patient advocacy and education. If you enjoy a balanced schedule and hands-on clinical involvement, this assignment provides an enriching opportunity to sharpen your skills in a supportive environment, all while taking in the beautiful West Coast scenery.
Weather:
The weather around this time is typically mild and pleasant, with comfortable temperatures and plenty of sunshine. It's ideal for outdoor activities and exploring the coastal city’s vibrant neighborhoods and parks.
Fun Things To Do:
- Explore Balboa Park and its museums and gardens
- Visit the USS Midway Museum and learn about naval history
- Take a day trip to La Jolla Cove for stunning sea caves and wildlife viewing
- Enjoy a scenic drive along the Pacific Coast Highway to Orange County
- Spend a day in Julian, a charming mountain town famous for apple pies
Job Specifics:
Location: San Diego, CA
Shift: 12-hour days
Duration: 13 weeks
Hours per week: 36
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