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Critical Care Float RN
Escondido, California
Palomar Medical Center

$2,141-2,576/week

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Critical Care Float

Overview

Travel/contract RN position in Escondido, California
13-week assignment
Day shift, 3x12 hours
36 hours per week
Float pool role covering DOU/PCU, Med Surg, and Tele
Required to float between Escondido and Poway campuses based on need
No locals
Weekends required

Required Qualifications

3 years of RN experience
2 years of critical care experience
Current California RN license at time of submittal
ACLS
BLS

Required Skills

ICP monitoring
PA catheters
Procedural sedation

Additional Job Expectations

Must pass a tele test at orientation to remain on assignment
Cerner EMR familiarity is listed in the source job data

Facility

Palomar Medical Center

4.1rating(48 reviews)

3 nurses recommend working with Palomar Medical Center

4.0rating

Pros

The unit is traveler friendly.

Cons

There is no schedule flexibility.

Monique C

Labor and Delivery (RN)

Dec '25

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 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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