Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit
La Mesa, CA
Med Ninjas
3x12 hrs, Days

$3,520/week

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Overview

Start DateASAP
Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
ShiftDays
Duration9 weeks

Pay

48% higher than average Registered Nurse / Progressive Care Nurse pay in California

Estimated total pay

$3,520/week

Estimated taxable pay
$1,462/week
Estimated non-taxable stipends
$2,058/week

Benefits

401k retirement plan
Medical benefits

Description

Position: Registered Nurse (RN)
Location: La Mesa, California
Start Date: November 7, 2026
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Days
Schedule: 3 × 12-hour shifts per week
Required Qualifications
At least 3 years of recent experience working in a Registered Nurse role.
At least 2 years of recent experience in a nursing specialty area.
Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required.
Active California Registered Nurse (RN) license.
Required Certifications & Licensure
California RN License
CPR certification
NIH certification/training

Med Ninjas Job ID #20976. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

Employer

Med Ninjas

About

At Med Ninjas, we make travel healthcare simple, so you can focus on what matters: caring for patients. We match nurses and allied professionals with assignments that fit their lives, backed by a team that actually picks up the phone.

We're a staffing agency built around one idea: healthcare professionals deserve a partner as invested in their success as they are in their patients'.

On assignment with Med Ninjas, you get medical, 401(k), housing/travel support, plus a dedicated recruiter who knows your name and your goals. With a 5.0 rating from our travelers, we earn that trust one assignment at a time.

Travel with confidence. Grow with Med Ninjas.

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About La Mesa, CA

As a Travel Progressive Care Nurse in La Mesa, CA here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

Slightly higher than the national average, with housing costs being the main contributor.
Wages generally match the higher cost of living.

Weather

Summer average high of 80°F and low of 60°F.
Winter average high of 65°F and low of 45°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available but may require some searching.
Consider using online platforms to find options.

Transportation

Car friendly city with easy access to major highways.
Limited public transportation options, so a car is recommended for getting around.

Demographics

Diverse community with a wide age range.
Common health issues include allergies and respiratory conditions due to the dry climate.
There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.

Things to Do

Plenty of restaurants offering diverse cuisines, local art galleries and music venues, opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking and biking, and nearby access to professional sports events in San Diego.

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