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Medical Surgical Travel Nursing Jobs in Los Angeles for RNs

Find Top RN Medical Surgical Travel Nursing Jobs in Los Angeles, California

AMN Healthcare can help you find the top MS travel nurse jobs in and around Los Angeles, California. We have new jobs updating daily, so be sure to Apply Now so our specialists can make sure you get first crack. We make it easy for you to compare Los Angeles’s MS nursing jobs by allowing you to filter based on salary, shift type, location or duration to find the right job for you.

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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Upland, California – 91786
    Distance from Los Angeles: 34 miles
  • 12 N,
  • January 6, 2025
  • 13
$1,752 to $1,930
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding facility, based in exciting San Antonio is looking for the right RN to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Upland, California – 91786
    Distance from Los Angeles: 34 miles
  • 12 N,
  • January 3, 2025
  • 13
$1,752 to $1,930
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding facility, based in exciting San Antonio is looking for the right RN to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Upland, California – 91786
    Distance from Los Angeles: 34 miles
  • 12 N,
  • January 6, 2025
  • 13
$1,710 to $1,885
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding unit is looking for the right RN to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Tehachapi, California – 93561
    Distance from Los Angeles: 76 miles
  • 12 D, 12 E, 12 N,
  • January 6, 2025
  • 13
$1,806 to $1,991
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Medical Surgical (MS) unit. This unit sees a wide variety of conditions including endocrine, wound care, neurology and gerontology as well as patients undergoing basic recovery care. Your expertise will be utilized for high level care within the traditional Medical Surgical unit setting. MS RN’s can expect to enhance their professional experience while providing top notch patient care to those most needing it.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Brawley, California – 92227
    Distance from Los Angeles: 173 miles
  • 12 N,
  • December 23, 2024
  • 13
$1,947 to $2,146
Weekly Pay*
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Yuma, Arizona – 85367
    Distance from Los Angeles: 228 miles
  • 12 N,
  • January 13, 2025
  • 13
$2,027 to $2,234
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Medical Surgical (MS) unit. This unit sees a wide variety of conditions including endocrine, wound care, neurology and gerontology as well as patients undergoing basic recovery care. Your expertise will be utilized for high level care within the traditional Medical Surgical unit setting. MS RN’s can expect to enhance their professional experience while providing top notch patient care to those most needing it.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Yuma, Arizona – 85367
    Distance from Los Angeles: 228 miles
  • 12 N,
  • January 13, 2025
  • 13
$2,027 to $2,234
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Medical Surgical (MS) unit. This unit sees a wide variety of conditions including endocrine, wound care, neurology and gerontology as well as patients undergoing basic recovery care. Your expertise will be utilized for high level care within the traditional Medical Surgical unit setting. MS RN’s can expect to enhance their professional experience while providing top notch patient care to those most needing it.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Yuma, Arizona – 85364
    Distance from Los Angeles: 228 miles
  • 12 D,
  • January 20, 2025
  • 13
$1,369 to $1,509
Weekly Pay*
At Yuma Rehabilitation Hospital, an affiliation of Encompass Health and Yuma Regional Medical Center, we are committed to helping you get back to what matters most. Located in Yuma, we are a leading provider of inpatient rehabilitation for stroke, brain injury, hip fracture and other complex neurological and orthopedic conditions.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Yuma, Arizona – 85364
    Distance from Los Angeles: 228 miles
  • 12 E,
  • January 6, 2025
  • 13
$1,369 to $1,509
Weekly Pay*
At Yuma Rehabilitation Hospital, an affiliation of Encompass Health and Yuma Regional Medical Center, we are committed to helping you get back to what matters most. Located in Yuma, we are a leading provider of inpatient rehabilitation for stroke, brain injury, hip fracture and other complex neurological and orthopedic conditions.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Sonora, California – 95370
    Distance from Los Angeles: 297 miles
  • 12 N,
  • January 3, 2025
  • 13
$1,762 to $1,942
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Medical Surgical (MS) unit. This unit sees a wide variety of conditions including endocrine, wound care, neurology and gerontology as well as patients undergoing basic recovery care. Your expertise will be utilized for high level care within the traditional Medical Surgical unit setting. MS RN’s can expect to enhance their professional experience while providing top notch patient care to those most needing it.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Sonora, California – 95370
    Distance from Los Angeles: 297 miles
  • 12 N,
  • January 3, 2025
  • 13
$1,762 to $1,942
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Medical Surgical (MS) unit. This unit sees a wide variety of conditions including endocrine, wound care, neurology and gerontology as well as patients undergoing basic recovery care. Your expertise will be utilized for high level care within the traditional Medical Surgical unit setting. MS RN’s can expect to enhance their professional experience while providing top notch patient care to those most needing it.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Sonora, California – 95370
    Distance from Los Angeles: 297 miles
  • 12 N,
  • January 6, 2025
  • 13
$1,762 to $1,942
Weekly Pay*
Adventist Health Sonora has been one of the area’s leading healthcare providers since 1900. We are comprised of a 72-bed hospital, 30 medical offices, comprehensive cancer care and a vast scope of award-winning services located throughout Tuolumne and Calaveras counties and the surrounding areas. Sonora is known for its friendly hometown charm, vast outdoor experiences and lively downtown. The allure of Sonora’s close-knit community is complimented by its proximity to Yosemite National Park, as well as just a quick drive to Lake Tahoe. Job Summary: Delivers coordinated nursing care for a patient or an assigned group of patients according to established standards of care and the nursing process. Supervises and directs the activities of various levels of assigned nursing staff, and coordinates care with other disciplines while utilizing critical thinking, professional and supervisory discretion, and independent judgment. Job Requirements: Education and Work Experience: Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN): Preferred Acute care facility experience: Preferred Licenses/Certifications: Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in the state of practice: Required Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) or Basic Life Support (BLS OR HS-BLS OR RQIBLS) certification: Required Department Specific License/Certifications: Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) or Healthstream Advanced Cardiac Life Support (HS-ACLS) or RQIACLS: Required Essential Functions: Collects relevant data pertinent to the patient?s health or situation. Analyzes the assessment data in determining diagnosis and care issues. Develops a plan that prescribes interventions to attain outcomes. Implements the plan, coordinates care delivery, and employs strategies to promote health and a safe environment. Evaluates progress toward attaining outcomes. Identifies outcomes for the patient or the patient?s situation. Collaborates with the team of patient, family, and healthcare providers in providing patient care in a safe, healing, humane, and caring environment. Provides learning opportunities for patients/family members and team members. Directly provides health information to patients, families, and treatment team. Participates in discharge planning in order to provide continuity of care. Delegates appropriately and coordinates duties of healthcare team members. Performs other job-related duties as assigned. Sonora is a great base camp for a visit to Tuolumne County. It’s an easy access point to all of the fun in the surrounding area with many lodging options. Its historic downtown “Where It All Happens,” is home to shops, restaurants, and fascinating museums, just to name a few things to do! 7 Things To Do In Sonora 1. Explore and Shop in Historic Downtown –One of the best ways to experience the history of a town is strolling through the historic downtown region 2. Immerse Yourself in History –As one would expect of a city with so much history, Sonora has amazing museums that keep the stories of the town at the forefront. 3. Quench Your Thirst –What would a Gold Rush town be without drinking establishments? Not to worry, Sonora’s got it covered. 4. Enjoy A Great Meal –Traveling and exploring will always make you hungry. Sonora has a wide array of unique food options and distinctive eateries that will make dining a memorable part of your trip 5. Find the Art Scene Sonora has it all when it comes to arts and entertainment. From art galleries and studios to superior live performances and concerts, there’s something to please the artistic tastes and amusement of everyone. 6. Experience 2nd Saturday Art Night Try to time your visit to include the second Saturday of the month – any month – throughout the year. The merchants in Sonora’s historic downtown stay open late and open their doors to local musicians and artists for all to enjoy during 2nd Saturday Art Night. 7. Enjoy the Outdoors –Sonora has plenty of things to do for the outdoors enthusiast.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Palo Alto, California – 94304
    Distance from Los Angeles: 320 miles
  • 12 N,
  • January 6, 2025
  • 13
$2,018 to $2,223
Weekly Pay*
The Clinical Nurse (CN) is an RN who provides hands-on care to patients, practicing in an evidence-based manner, within the Scope of Practice of the California Nursing Practice Act, regulatory requirements, standards of care, and hospital policies. Within that role, the CN performs all steps of the nursing process, including assessing patients; interpreting data; planning, implementing, and evaluating care; coordinating care with other providers; and teaching the patient and family the knowledge and skills needed to manage their care and prevent complications. The CN partners with the patient’s family wherever possible, considering all aspects of care, to deliver family centered care. As a professional, monitors the quality of nursing care provided. The Clinical Nurse is responsible for his/her own professional development, including licensure, Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, and maintaining current knowledge regarding the assigned patient population. As a member of the nursing profession, the Clinical Nurse contributes to the profession of nursing through such activities as teaching others, sharing expertise In unit or hospital.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Palo Alto, California – 94304
    Distance from Los Angeles: 320 miles
  • 10 D,
  • January 6, 2025
  • 13
$2,018 to $2,223
Weekly Pay*
A Brief Overview: The Clinical Nurse (CN) is an RN who provides hands-on care to patients, practicing in an evidence-based manner, within the Scope of Practice of the California Nursing Practice Act, regulatory requirements, standards of care, and hospital policies. Within that role, the CN performs all steps of the nursing process, including assessing patients; interpreting data; planning, implementing, and evaluating care; coordinating care with other providers; and teaching the patient and family the knowledge and skills needed to manage their care and prevent complications. The CN partners with the patient’s family wherever possible, considering all aspects of care, to deliver family centered care. As a professional, monitors the quality of nursing care provided. The Clinical Nurse is responsible for his/her own professional development, including licensure, Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, and maintaining current knowledge regarding the assigned patient population. As a member of the nursing profession, the Clinical Nurse contributes to the profession of nursing through such activities as teaching others, sharing expertise In unit or hospital.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Palo Alto, California – 94304
    Distance from Los Angeles: 320 miles
  • 12 N,
  • January 12, 2025
  • 13
$2,018 to $2,223
Weekly Pay*
Stanford Hospital & Clinics is a Magnet Facility known worldwide for advanced patient care provided by its physicians and staff. They are consistently ranked among the top hospitals in the nation for advanced care in such areas as cancer treatment, cardiac care, neurology, orthopedic surgery, and organ transplants. This travel friendly facility will take your travel nursing career to new heights and help develop your skill set as a travel nurse.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Palo Alto, California – 94304
    Distance from Los Angeles: 320 miles
  • 10 D,
  • January 12, 2025
  • 26
$2,018 to $2,223
Weekly Pay*
A Brief Overview: The Clinical Nurse (CN) is an RN who provides hands-on care to patients, practicing in an evidence-based manner, within the Scope of Practice of the California Nursing Practice Act, regulatory requirements, standards of care, and hospital policies. Within that role, the CN performs all steps of the nursing process, including assessing patients; interpreting data; planning, implementing, and evaluating care; coordinating care with other providers; and teaching the patient and family the knowledge and skills needed to manage their care and prevent complications. The CN partners with the patient’s family wherever possible, considering all aspects of care, to deliver family centered care. As a professional, monitors the quality of nursing care provided. The Clinical Nurse is responsible for his/her own professional development, including licensure, Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, and maintaining current knowledge regarding the assigned patient population. As a member of the nursing profession, the Clinical Nurse contributes to the profession of nursing through such activities as teaching others, sharing expertise In unit or hospital.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Palo Alto, California – 94304
    Distance from Los Angeles: 320 miles
  • 12 D,
  • January 3, 2025
  • 12
$2,018 to $2,223
Weekly Pay*
The Clinical Nurse (CN) is an RN who provides hands-on care to patients, practicing in an evidence-based manner, within the Scope of Practice of the California Nursing Practice Act, regulatory requirements, standards of care, and hospital policies. Within that role, the CN performs all steps of the nursing process, including assessing patients; interpreting data; planning, implementing, and evaluating care; coordinating care with other providers; and teaching the patient and family the knowledge and skills needed to manage their care and prevent complications. The CN partners with the patient’s family wherever possible, considering all aspects of care, to deliver family centered care. As a professional, monitors the quality of nursing care provided. The Clinical Nurse is responsible for his/her own professional development, including licensure, Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, and maintaining current knowledge regarding the assigned patient population. As a member of the nursing profession, the Clinical Nurse contributes to the profession of nursing through such activities as teaching others, sharing expertise In unit or hospital.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Redwood City, California – 94062
    Distance from Los Angeles: 326 miles
  • 8 D,
  • January 3, 2025
  • 13
$2,119 to $2,335
Weekly Pay*
Stanford Hospital & Clinics is a Magnet Facility known worldwide for advanced patient care provided by its physicians and staff. They are consistently ranked among the top hospitals in the nation for advanced care in such areas as cancer treatment, cardiac care, neurology, orthopedic surgery, and organ transplants. This travel friendly facility will take your travel nursing career to new heights and help develop your skill set as a travel nurse.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Reno, Nevada – 89502
    Distance from Los Angeles: 388 miles
  • 12 N,
  • January 13, 2025
  • 13
$1,800 to $1,983
Weekly Pay*
650 bed Level 2 Trauma center and Teaching hospital Unit Description: This is a 54-bed medical unit that provides multidisciplinary care to a wide variety of patient populations. These patients encompass all types of disease processes to include: renal, hepatic, respiratory, cardiac, neurologic, psychiatric, and infectious diseases. We also see a high volume of cellulitis, COPD, diabetes, ETOH withdrawal, pneumonia, sepsis, and many more. Our diverse patient population encompass the entire adult life with patients as young as 18 up to the geriatric population.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Show Low, Arizona – 85901
    Distance from Los Angeles: 470 miles
  • 12 N,
  • December 20, 2024
  • 13
$1,759 to $1,939
Weekly Pay*
Summit Healthcare is a not-for-profit healthcare organization in the beautiful White Mountains of Northeastern Arizona. As a regional medical center with 101 licensed beds, Summit Healthcare responds to the health care needs of more than 90,000 permanent and seasonal residents living in a 3,000 square mile area.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Weaverville, California – 96093
    Distance from Los Angeles: 528 miles
  • 12 N,
  • December 23, 2024
  • 13
$1,968 to $2,169
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Medical Surgical (MS) unit. This unit sees a wide variety of conditions including endocrine, wound care, neurology and gerontology as well as patients undergoing basic recovery care. Your expertise will be utilized for high level care within the traditional Medical Surgical unit setting. MS RN’s can expect to enhance their professional experience while providing top notch patient care to those most needing it.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Arcata, California – 95521
    Distance from Los Angeles: 569 miles
  • 12 N,
  • December 23, 2024
  • 13
$2,090 to $2,303
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Medical Surgical (MS) unit. This unit sees a wide variety of conditions including endocrine, wound care, neurology and gerontology as well as patients undergoing basic recovery care. Your expertise will be utilized for high level care within the traditional Medical Surgical unit setting. MS RN’s can expect to enhance their professional experience while providing top notch patient care to those most needing it.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Arcata, California – 95521
    Distance from Los Angeles: 569 miles
  • 12 N,
  • December 23, 2024
  • 13
$2,090 to $2,303
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Medical Surgical (MS) unit. This unit sees a wide variety of conditions including endocrine, wound care, neurology and gerontology as well as patients undergoing basic recovery care. Your expertise will be utilized for high level care within the traditional Medical Surgical unit setting. MS RN’s can expect to enhance their professional experience while providing top notch patient care to those most needing it.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Klamath Falls, Oregon – 97601
    Distance from Los Angeles: 596 miles
  • 12 D,
  • December 20, 2024
  • 13
$1,853 to $2,042
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding unit is looking for the right RN to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Statistics on MS RN Jobs in Los Angeles, California

Here are some helpful statistics about MS traveling nurse jobs in & near Los Angeles. The data is based on the last three complete months of MS job postings in the Los Angeles and nearby areas. It is updated regularly, so you can find the most recent Medical Surgical job salary trends, the types of shifts, and contract durations most commonly available in Los Angeles and more. Find out more about travel nursing salaries.

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FAQs About Travel MS Nursing Jobs for RNs in Los Angeles, CA

What types of shifts are most common for MS travel jobs in Los Angeles?

Based on the last 6 months of travel nurse jobs data, 12 Hour Night shifts were the most common in Los Angeles and surrounding areas.

How much does a day shift Medical Surgical nurse make on average in Los Angeles and nearby cities?

A: A 12 Hour Day shift Medical Surgical nurse in Los Angeles can make an average of $2,093 per week based on recent job availability.

How much does a night shift Medical Surgical nurse make on average in Los Angeles and nearby cities?

A: A 12 Hour Night shift Medical Surgical nurse in Los Angeles can make an average of $2,011 per week based on recent job availability data.

What hospitals and healthcare facilities have Medical Surgical staff in or near Los Angeles?

  • USC Department of Radiology in Los Angeles (2.5 miles from Los Angeles)
  • Altamed – LA 2 in Los Angeles (6.7 miles from Los Angeles)
  • Adventist Health White Memorial Montebello in Montebello (8.6 miles from Los Angeles)
  • Los Angeles General Medical Center in Los Angeles (2.2 miles from Los Angeles)
  • California Hospital Medical Center La in Los Angeles (1.6 miles from Los Angeles)

What is the most common contract for Medical Surgical travel jobs in Los Angeles?

Based on recent data, the most common duration for a Medical Surgical job in Los Angeles is 8.

Locating Medical Surgical Travel Nursing Jobs in Los Angeles

In Los Angeles, facilities like USC Department of Radiology, Altamed – LA 2 and Adventist Health White Memorial Montebello, all offer MS departments. It’s a great city to work in and nearby to neighborhoods like Boston Heights (zip code 90033), Ramona Gardens (zip code 90033) and Lincoln Heights (zip code 90031) neighborhoods.

Other popular cities near Los Angeles’s MS job opportunities are Huntington Park (5 miles), Glendale (6.3 miles) and Montebello (8.5 miles). These are near to zip codes: 90033 (2.5 miles), 91204 (5.3 miles) and 90640 (8.6 miles).

Los Angeles Hospitals With MS Departments

There are 1 hospitals & healthcare facilities that have MS nurses in Los Angeles. Sometimes it is useful to see what types of shifts, contract durations, and travel nurse housing in nearby neighborhoods each facility might offer in order to find the right opportunity for your next traveling MS nurse position in or nearby Los Angeles.

Adventist Health Glendale
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12, 52, 13, 16, 10, 14, 11, and 8
Address
1509 Wilson Terrace
Glendale, CA 91206
Nearby Neighborhoods
Adams Square (91205), North Glendale (91202), Sepulveda (91201), Sparr Heights (91208), Verdugo City (91046)
* Estimate of payments is intended for informational purposes and includes hourly wages, as well as reimbursements for meal & incidental expenses and housing expenses incurred on behalf of the Company. Please speak with a recruiter for additional details.