Access Nurses Weekly- Top Travel Nurse Destinations in California

Volume 11 Number 4 - August 24th

volume 11 - no 4

Get the best entertainment, recreation and career opportunities when you travel to California. With the nation-wide nursing shortage, there is no better time to journey as a travel nurse to “The Golden State,” where you can get paid to work, play and live in the city of your dreams. Here are the top cities for travel nurses in the state.

1. Travel Nursing in Los Angeles

From the glimmering lights of Hollywood to the laidback lifestyle of Venice Beach, there is no question that Los Angeles is the hub of entertainment and culture. The rich diversity of Los Angeles makes for a unique working environment with strong caseloads, perfect for the travel nurse seeking an exceptional travel nursing experience. When you’re not busy working, the city’s endless shopping, dining and nightlife will keep you feeling like you’re getting paid to be on vacation.

2. Travel Nursing in Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara has the quaintness of a small town, but the luxury of a big city; ideal for traveling nurses who enjoy working hard and playing in the outdoors. Hospitals in Santa Barbara feel more like small, tight-knit communities, which ensures quality patient care. Biking and hiking enthusiasts will love Santa Barbara for its many courses and trails along the coast.

3. Travel Nursing in San Diego

San Diego is a city with year-round warm weather, great downtown entertainment, family-friendly fun and miles of sandy beaches. It sounds almost too good to be true, but it’s not. While working at some of the best hospitals in the nation, you will be able to enjoy all of the unparalleled beauty and culture San Diego has to offer. The proximity to culture of Mexico, wine vineyards of Temecula and mountains in the north are just a few reasons why San Diego is the ultimate destination city for a travel nurse.

4. Travel Nursing in Orange County

You couldn’t ask for a better city to bring the whole family along when you travel to Orange County. Located in the heart of southern California, Orange County is home to great restaurants, quality school systems, beautiful beaches and some of the state’s most exciting travel destinations. You’re sure to advance your career while working with professional staffs in established healthcare facilities in Orange County.

5. Travel Nursing in San Francisco

Known simply as “The City” to locals, San Francisco has it all, including history, culturally-diverse lifestyles, entertainment and top-notch facilities. Located on the northern California coast, San Francisco is unlike any other city in the state. The many unique suburbs throughout the city give you a variety of restaurants, nightlife and activities. The nursing opportunities are just as diverse, offering a variety of positions in need of quality nurses.

Hot Travel Nurse Jobs

Contact your recruiter or call Access Nurses at 1-866-687-7390 to inquire about the following jobs!

Tacoma, Washington
NICU
Positions: Four
Shift: 12-hour days and nights
Start Date: ASAP

Overland Park, Kansas
NICU
Positions: Seven
Shift: 12-hour days and nights
Start Date: ASAP

Salt Lake City, Utah
OR
Positions: Two
Shift: 8-hour days
Start Date: September 4

Hopewell, Virginia
Tele
Positions: Five
Shift: 12-hour days and nights
Start Date: ASAP

Bremerton, Washington
Med Surg
Positions: One
Shift: 8-hour days
Start Date: ASAP

Frisco, Colorado
L&D
Positions: One
Shift: Nights
Start Date: ASAP

Denver, Colorado
OR
Positions: Six
Shift: Variable
Start Date: ASAP

Albuquerque, New Mexico
ER
Positions: Two
Shift: 12-hour days
Start Date: ASAP

Turlock, California
ER
Positions: One
Shift: 12-hour nights
Start Date: ASAP

Minot, North Dakota
ICU
Positions: Three
Shift: 12-hour days and nights
Start Date: ASAP

Worcester, Massachusetts
ER
Positions: One
Shift: 12-hour days
Start Date: ASAP

Pomona, California
ICU
Positions: One
Shift: Days
Start Date: ASAP

Fresno, California
ICU
Positions: Four
Shift: Two days and two nights
Start Date: ASAP

Santa Barbara, California
Med Surg/Ortho
Positions: Four
Shift: Days and nights
Start Date: August 27 or September 10

Lebanon, New Hampshire
ICU
Positions: Two
Shift: 12-hour rotating
Start Date: September 4 or 10

Plantation, Florida
CVOR
Positions: One
Shift: 8-hour days with call
Start Date: ASAP

Anchorage, Alaska
ICU
Positions: Six
Shift: Days, nights and rotations
Start Date: September

Nationwide
Chronic and Acute Dialysis
Positions: One
Shift: All
Start Date: ASAP

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