Travel Contract

ICU RN
Escondido, California
Palomar Medical Center

$2,141-2,694/week

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ICU

Overview

Travel/Contract role in Escondido, California
13 weeks
Night shift, 3x12s
No locals
Float may be required between both hospitals
Weekends required
Resource will not interview

Required Qualifications

Valid RN license in California
ICU - Intensive Care Unit (2 years of experience)
ICU - Intensive Care Unit experience within the last year
1 year or more of total travel experience
ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support issued by American Heart Association
BLS - Basic Life Support issued by American Heart Association
Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
Driver's License
Experience caring for CABG patients
Experience with intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP)
Experience with pulmonary artery (PA) catheters
Experience with neuro monitoring
Experience with conscious or moderate sedation
Interpretation of dysrhythmias
Management of dysrhythmias

Skills / Clinical Experience

Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG)
Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump (ABP)
FloTrac/Vigileo monitoring
Interpretation of dysrhythmias
Management of dysrhythmias
ICP monitoring
PA Catheters
Procedural Sedation

Preferred

Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap
COVID vaccination or declination

Additional Requirements

Cerner EMR familiarity
2 references required within 3 years of hire, from a manager, supervisor, or charge RN
Drivers License or State ID with address required
Background check required
Drug screen required within 30 days prior to start
Physical exam within 1 year of start and updated annually
Negative TB test or chest X-ray required
Fit mask required within 12 months of start
Flu documentation or declination required for working/extending candidates during flu season
Employment application required
Skills checklist required and must be updated annually

Facility

Palomar Medical Center

4.1rating(48 reviews)

3 nurses recommend working with Palomar Medical Center

Monique C

Labor and Delivery (RN)

Dec '25

4.0rating

Pros

The unit is traveler friendly.

Cons

There is no schedule flexibility.

Review of Palomar Medical Center on Jun 29, 2026

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Short Term Acute Care
485 beds

ADDRESS2185 Citracado ParkwayEscondido, CA 92029

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About Escondido, CA

As a Travel Intensive Care Unit Nurse in Escondido, CA here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

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

Weather

Summer highs average around 85°F, while winter lows average around 40°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available but may require some searching.
Options can be found through online platforms and local real estate agencies.

Transportation

Car friendliness is high, with well-maintained roads and ample parking.
Public transportation options are limited, but there are bus services within the city.

Demographics

Escondido has a diverse population with a wide age range.
Common health issues include respiratory conditions due to air quality.
The city has a growing population of travel nurses.

Things to Do

The city offers a variety of restaurants with diverse cuisines, and there are local art galleries and music venues.
Sports enthusiasts can enjoy golfing and hiking, and outdoor activities are abundant with several parks and recreational areas nearby.

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