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Medical Surgical Travel Nursing Jobs in San Luis Obispo for RNs

Find Top RN Medical Surgical Travel Nursing Jobs in San Luis Obispo, California

AMN Healthcare can help you find the top MS travel nurse jobs in and around San Luis Obispo, 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 San Luis Obispo’s MS nursing jobs by allowing you to filter based on salary, shift type, location or duration to find the right job for you.

If you have a specific start date in mind, we have a variety of options for MS travel jobs in San Luis Obispo. The earliest start date in San Luis Obispo is Mar 24, 2025 for a Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical role at $2,231 per week. The latest start date for an MS job in San Luis Obispo is Apr 7, 2025 for a Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical role at $2,268 per week. You can also find other possibilities by sorting on “start date” in the list below.

There are a variety of contract lengths available for a(n) Medical Surgical travel nurse job in San Luis Obispo including 13 weeks.

San Luis Obispo is a great location for MS travel nurses to come live, work and play! And what is a travel nurse looking for if not a great work/life balance in a fun city? Search for jobs below or apply now and our AMN Healthcare team will help get you started!

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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Arroyo Grande, California – 93420
    Distance from San Luis Obispo: 12 miles
  • 12 N,
  • March 24, 2025
  • 13
$2,024 to $2,231
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
  • King City, California – 93930
    Distance from San Luis Obispo: 69 miles
  • 12 D,
  • April 7, 2025
  • 13
$2,058 to $2,268
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
  • Hanford, California – 93230
    Distance from San Luis Obispo: 92 miles
  • 12 N,
  • March 24, 2025
  • 26
$1,920 to $2,511
Weekly Pay*
This unit provides general acute care for a mix of both medical and surgical patients. Adventist Health Hanford, is one of four medical centers that forms Adventist Health in the Central Valley. This medical center serves the communities of Kings County. It provides the following care services: cancer, diabetes, emergency, cardiac catheterization lab, stroke, inpatient and outpatient surgery, orthopedics, and birthing services which includes a neonatal intensive care unit in partnership with Valley Children’s Hospital. Adventist Health Hanford serves the community with 600 physicians, 3,300 associates, and 16 medical residents. 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 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.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Hanford, California – 93230
    Distance from San Luis Obispo: 92 miles
  • 12 D,
  • March 17, 2025
  • 13
$1,952 to $2,151
Weekly Pay*
This unit provides general acute care for a mix of both medical and surgical patients. Adventist Health Hanford, is one of four medical centers that forms Adventist Health in the Central Valley. This medical center serves the communities of Kings County. It provides the following care services: cancer, diabetes, emergency, cardiac catheterization lab, stroke, inpatient and outpatient surgery, orthopedics, and birthing services which includes a neonatal intensive care unit in partnership with Valley Children’s Hospital. Adventist Health Hanford serves the community with 600 physicians, 3,300 associates, and 16 medical residents. 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 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.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Hanford, California – 93230
    Distance from San Luis Obispo: 92 miles
  • 12 D, 12 E, 12 N,
  • March 24, 2025
  • 14
$1,849 to $2,037
Weekly Pay*
This unit provides general acute care for a mix of both medical and surgical patients. This department’s patient population should be no greater that 65% medical or 65% surgical. If your unit is an acute-care unit but does not fit this specific description, please contact FP&A to discuss other options. Site requires 2 full years of experience. Located in a tight-knit community in Kings County, Adventist Health Hanford has been serving the Central Valley since 1965. We are comprised of a 173-bed hospital and many outpatient clinics with primary and specialty care services. Hanford residents are proud of their city’s historic charm and family-friendly atmosphere. Within an hour’s travel time, Yosemite, Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks can be enjoyed.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Hanford, California – 93230
    Distance from San Luis Obispo: 92 miles
  • 12 D, 12 E, 12 N,
  • March 24, 2025
  • 26
$1,849 to $2,037
Weekly Pay*
This unit provides general acute care for a mix of both medical and surgical patients. Adventist Health Hanford, is one of four medical centers that forms Adventist Health in the Central Valley. This medical center serves the communities of Kings County. It provides the following care services: cancer, diabetes, emergency, cardiac catheterization lab, stroke, inpatient and outpatient surgery, orthopedics, and birthing services which includes a neonatal intensive care unit in partnership with Valley Children’s Hospital. Adventist Health Hanford serves the community with 600 physicians, 3,300 associates, and 16 medical residents. 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 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.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Hanford, California – 93230
    Distance from San Luis Obispo: 92 miles
  • 12 D, 12 E, 12 N,
  • March 24, 2025
  • 26
$1,849 to $2,037
Weekly Pay*
This unit provides general acute care for a mix of both medical and surgical patients. This department’s patient population should be no greater that 65% medical or 65% surgical. If your unit is an acute-care unit but does not fit this specific description, please contact FP&A to discuss other options. Site requires 2 full years of experience. Located in a tight-knit community in Kings County, Adventist Health Hanford has been serving the Central Valley since 1965. We are comprised of a 173-bed hospital and many outpatient clinics with primary and specialty care services. Hanford residents are proud of their city’s historic charm and family-friendly atmosphere. Within an hour’s travel time, Yosemite, Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks can be enjoyed.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Hanford, California – 93230
    Distance from San Luis Obispo: 92 miles
  • 12 D, 12 E, 12 N,
  • March 24, 2025
  • 26
$1,849 to $2,037
Weekly Pay*
This unit provides general acute care for a mix of both medical and surgical patients. This department’s patient population should be no greater that 65% medical or 65% surgical. If your unit is an acute-care unit but does not fit this specific description, please contact FP&A to discuss other options. Site requires 2 full years of experience. Located in a tight-knit community in Kings County, Adventist Health Hanford has been serving the Central Valley since 1965. We are comprised of a 173-bed hospital and many outpatient clinics with primary and specialty care services. Hanford residents are proud of their city’s historic charm and family-friendly atmosphere. Within an hour’s travel time, Yosemite, Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks can be enjoyed.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Hanford, California – 93230
    Distance from San Luis Obispo: 92 miles
  • 12 D, 12 E, 12 N,
  • March 24, 2025
  • 26
$1,849 to $2,037
Weekly Pay*
This unit provides general acute care for a mix of both medical and surgical patients. Adventist Health Hanford, is one of four medical centers that forms Adventist Health in the Central Valley. This medical center serves the communities of Kings County. It provides the following care services: cancer, diabetes, emergency, cardiac catheterization lab, stroke, inpatient and outpatient surgery, orthopedics, and birthing services which includes a neonatal intensive care unit in partnership with Valley Children’s Hospital. Adventist Health Hanford serves the community with 600 physicians, 3,300 associates, and 16 medical residents. 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 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.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Hanford, California – 93230
    Distance from San Luis Obispo: 92 miles
  • 12 D, 12 E, 12 N,
  • March 24, 2025
  • 13
$1,849 to $2,037
Weekly Pay*
This unit provides general acute care for a mix of both medical and surgical patients. Adventist Health Hanford, is one of four medical centers that forms Adventist Health in the Central Valley. This medical center serves the communities of Kings County. It provides the following care services: cancer, diabetes, emergency, cardiac catheterization lab, stroke, inpatient and outpatient surgery, orthopedics, and birthing services which includes a neonatal intensive care unit in partnership with Valley Children’s Hospital. Adventist Health Hanford serves the community with 600 physicians, 3,300 associates, and 16 medical residents. 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 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.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Hanford, California – 93230
    Distance from San Luis Obispo: 92 miles
  • 12 D, 12 E, 12 N,
  • March 31, 2025
  • 8
$1,849 to $2,037
Weekly Pay*
This unit provides general acute care for a mix of both medical and surgical patients. This department’s patient population should be no greater that 65% medical or 65% surgical. If your unit is an acute-care unit but does not fit this specific description, please contact FP&A to discuss other options. Site requires 2 full years of experience. Located in a tight-knit community in Kings County, Adventist Health Hanford has been serving the Central Valley since 1965. We are comprised of a 173-bed hospital and many outpatient clinics with primary and specialty care services. Hanford residents are proud of their city’s historic charm and family-friendly atmosphere. Within an hour’s travel time, Yosemite, Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks can be enjoyed.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Hanford, California – 93230
    Distance from San Luis Obispo: 92 miles
  • 12 D, 12 E, 12 N,
  • March 24, 2025
  • 14
$1,849 to $2,037
Weekly Pay*
This unit provides general acute care for a mix of both medical and surgical patients. This department’s patient population should be no greater that 65% medical or 65% surgical. If your unit is an acute-care unit but does not fit this specific description, please contact FP&A to discuss other options. Site requires 2 full years of experience. Located in a tight-knit community in Kings County, Adventist Health Hanford has been serving the Central Valley since 1965. We are comprised of a 173-bed hospital and many outpatient clinics with primary and specialty care services. Hanford residents are proud of their city’s historic charm and family-friendly atmosphere. Within an hour’s travel time, Yosemite, Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks can be enjoyed.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Hanford, California – 93230
    Distance from San Luis Obispo: 92 miles
  • 12 D, 12 E, 12 N,
  • March 24, 2025
  • 14
$1,849 to $2,037
Weekly Pay*
This unit provides general acute care for a mix of both medical and surgical patients. This department’s patient population should be no greater that 65% medical or 65% surgical. If your unit is an acute-care unit but does not fit this specific description, please contact FP&A to discuss other options. Site requires 2 full years of experience. Located in a tight-knit community in Kings County, Adventist Health Hanford has been serving the Central Valley since 1965. We are comprised of a 173-bed hospital and many outpatient clinics with primary and specialty care services. Hanford residents are proud of their city’s historic charm and family-friendly atmosphere. Within an hour’s travel time, Yosemite, Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks can be enjoyed.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Hanford, California – 93230
    Distance from San Luis Obispo: 92 miles
  • 12 D, 12 E, 12 N,
  • March 24, 2025
  • 14
$1,849 to $2,037
Weekly Pay*
This unit provides general acute care for a mix of both medical and surgical patients. This department’s patient population should be no greater that 65% medical or 65% surgical. If your unit is an acute-care unit but does not fit this specific description, please contact FP&A to discuss other options. Site requires 2 full years of experience. Located in a tight-knit community in Kings County, Adventist Health Hanford has been serving the Central Valley since 1965. We are comprised of a 173-bed hospital and many outpatient clinics with primary and specialty care services. Hanford residents are proud of their city’s historic charm and family-friendly atmosphere. Within an hour’s travel time, Yosemite, Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks can be enjoyed.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Hanford, California – 93230
    Distance from San Luis Obispo: 92 miles
  • 12 D, 12 E, 12 N,
  • March 24, 2025
  • 14
$1,849 to $2,037
Weekly Pay*
This unit provides general acute care for a mix of both medical and surgical patients. This department’s patient population should be no greater that 65% medical or 65% surgical. If your unit is an acute-care unit but does not fit this specific description, please contact FP&A to discuss other options. Site requires 2 full years of experience. Located in a tight-knit community in Kings County, Adventist Health Hanford has been serving the Central Valley since 1965. We are comprised of a 173-bed hospital and many outpatient clinics with primary and specialty care services. Hanford residents are proud of their city’s historic charm and family-friendly atmosphere. Within an hour’s travel time, Yosemite, Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks can be enjoyed.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Hanford, California – 93230
    Distance from San Luis Obispo: 92 miles
  • 12 D,
  • March 24, 2025
  • 13
$1,849 to $2,037
Weekly Pay*
This unit provides general acute care for a mix of both medical and surgical patients. This department’s patient population should be no greater that 65% medical or 65% surgical. If your unit is an acute-care unit but does not fit this specific description, please contact FP&A to discuss other options. Site requires 2 full years of experience. Located in a tight-knit community in Kings County, Adventist Health Hanford has been serving the Central Valley since 1965. We are comprised of a 173-bed hospital and many outpatient clinics with primary and specialty care services. Hanford residents are proud of their city’s historic charm and family-friendly atmosphere. Within an hour’s travel time, Yosemite, Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks can be enjoyed.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Glendale, California – 91206
    Distance from San Luis Obispo: 158 miles
  • 12 D,
  • March 31, 2025
  • 13
$1,813 to $2,371
Weekly Pay*
Nestled between Burbank and Pasadena, Adventist Health Glendale is one of the area’s leading healthcare providers. We are comprised of a 515-bed hospital, two urgent cares, home care services, comprehensive cardiology care and a vast scope of services located in the San Fernando Valley. We are committed to the development and empowerment of our nurses and have received Magnet designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center. Glendale is known for its urban living, with easy access to dining, entertainment, shopping, amusement parks and outdoor recreation. Adventist Health Glendale is proud to be part of the thriving, diverse community since 1905. 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 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.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Modesto, California – 95350
    Distance from San Luis Obispo: 164 miles
  • 12 D,
  • March 25, 2025
  • 13
$2,034 to $2,241
Weekly Pay*
Common Diagnosis/Treatment: Top 10 Diagnosis/Procedures: pneumonia, CHF, COPD, Sepsis, CVA, Renal Failure, GI Bleed, Diabetic Issues, Electrolyte Imbalances # of Beds: 43 Nurse to Patient Ratio: typically, 5 to 1 Charting: Meditech Scrub Color: Navy Blue Areas of Float Support: Yes, as needed through the house Special Procedures: CAPD Common Equiment: IV pumps, Computers, Interpreter Ipads, bedside commodes, Patient lifts, etc.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Modesto, California – 95350
    Distance from San Luis Obispo: 164 miles
  • 12 D,
  • March 25, 2025
  • 13
$2,034 to $2,241
Weekly Pay*
Common Diagnosis/Treatment: Top 10 Diagnosis/Procedures: pneumonia, CHF, COPD, Sepsis, CVA, Renal Failure, GI Bleed, Diabetic Issues, Electrolyte Imbalances # of Beds: 43 Nurse to Patient Ratio: typically, 5 to 1 Charting: Meditech Scrub Color: Navy Blue Areas of Float Support: Yes, as needed through the house Special Procedures: CAPD Common Equiment: IV pumps, Computers, Interpreter Ipads, bedside commodes, Patient lifts, etc.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Modesto, California – 95350
    Distance from San Luis Obispo: 164 miles
  • 12 N,
  • April 1, 2025
  • 13
$2,034 to $2,241
Weekly Pay*
Common Diagnosis/Treatment: Top 10 Diagnosis/Procedures: pneumonia, CHF, COPD, Sepsis, CVA, Renal Failure, GI Bleed, Diabetic Issues, Electrolyte Imbalances # of Beds: 43 Nurse to Patient Ratio: typically, 5 to 1 Charting: Meditech Scrub Color: Navy Blue Areas of Float Support: Yes, as needed through the house Special Procedures: CAPD Common Equiment: IV pumps, Computers, Interpreter Ipads, bedside commodes, Patient lifts, etc.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Modesto, California – 95350
    Distance from San Luis Obispo: 164 miles
  • 12 N,
  • April 8, 2025
  • 13
$1,910 to $2,105
Weekly Pay*
Top 10 Diagnosis/Procedures: medical/respiratory unit- daibetes, renal, some post op patients, step down ventilator dependent patients (but ravelers do not care for this population). Doctors Medical Center (DMC), located in Modesto, California, is the largest full-care hospital between Sacramento and Fresno and from the Sierras to the San Francisco Bay Area with a 394-bed general acute care capacity and a 67-bed inpatient psychiatric capacity. DMC is one of the largest employers in Stanislaus County with 2,600 plus employees and over 150 volunteers. Over 25,000 patients are admitted annually and more than 106,000 patients are treated in the emergency department each year. Doctors Medical Center is part of Tenet Healthcare Corporation, which is one of the nation’s largest providers of health care services. DMC is fully accredited by the Joint Commission and licensed by the State of California Department of Health Services (General Acute Care Hospital and Clinical Laboratory).
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Palo Alto, California – 94304
    Distance from San Luis Obispo: 170 miles
  • 10 D,
  • April 7, 2025
  • 13
$2,123 to $2,340
Weekly Pay*
Nurse will possess a strong foundation in wound management, pressure ulcer staging and demonstrate a commitment to impoving patient outcomes through evidenced- based practice. Able to conduct thorough evaluations of patients with chronic wounds, pressure injury prevention and treatment MUST have wound care certification
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Redwood City, California – 94062
    Distance from San Luis Obispo: 176 miles
  • 12 N,
  • April 7, 2025
  • 8
$1,995 to $2,199
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
  • Redwood City, California – 94062
    Distance from San Luis Obispo: 176 miles
  • 12 D,
  • March 31, 2025
  • 8
$1,995 to $2,199
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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Statistics on MS RN Jobs in San Luis Obispo, California

Here are some helpful statistics about MS traveling nurse jobs in & near San Luis Obispo. The data is based on the last three complete months of MS job postings in the San Luis Obispo 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 San Luis Obispo and more. Find out more about travel nursing salaries.

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FAQs About Travel MS Nursing Jobs for RNs in San Luis Obispo, CA

What are the top paying Medical Surgical jobs currently available in or near San Luis Obispo?

  • Registered Nurse – MS with a per week salary of $2,511, a 26 weeks duration, for a 12 N in Hanford (91.9 miles away)
  • Registered Nurse – MS with a per week salary of $2,268, a 13 weeks duration, for a 12 D in King City (69.4 miles away)
  • Registered Nurse – MS with a per week salary of $2,231, a 13 weeks duration, for a 12 N in Arroyo Grande (12 miles away)

What types of shifts are most common for MS travel jobs in San Luis Obispo?

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

How much does a day shift Medical Surgical nurse make on average in San Luis Obispo and nearby cities?

A: A 12 Hour Day shift Medical Surgical nurse in San Luis Obispo can make an average of $1,894 per week based on recent job availability.

How much does a night shift Medical Surgical nurse make on average in San Luis Obispo and nearby cities?

A: A 12 Hour Night shift Medical Surgical nurse in San Luis Obispo can make an average of $1,948 per week based on recent job availability data.

What hospitals and healthcare facilities have Medical Surgical staff in or near San Luis Obispo?

  • Stockdale Medical Offices in Bakersfield (91.3 miles from San Luis Obispo)
  • Mission Hills Medical Offices in Mission Hills (142.7 miles from San Luis Obispo)
  • Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital in Santa Barbara (79.4 miles from San Luis Obispo)
  • Aspen Dental – Lompoc, CA #4365 in Lompoc (45.3 miles from San Luis Obispo)
  • Omni Family Health – Delano in Delano (86.1 miles from San Luis Obispo)

What is the most common contract for Medical Surgical travel jobs in San Luis Obispo?

Based on recent data, the most common duration for a Medical Surgical job in San Luis Obispo is 13.

Locating Medical Surgical Travel Nursing Jobs in San Luis Obispo

In San Luis Obispo, facilities like Stockdale Medical Offices, Mission Hills Medical Offices and Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital, all offer MS departments. It’s a great city to work in and nearby to neighborhoods like Kern City (zip code 93309), Landco (zip code 93302) and Quailwood (zip code 93309) neighborhoods.

Other popular cities near San Luis Obispo’s MS job opportunities are Arroyo Grande (12 miles), Templeton (18.6 miles) and Santa Maria (26.1 miles). These are near to zip codes: 93405 (0.7 miles), 93465 (19.1 miles) and 93454 (26.8 miles).

San Luis Obispo Hospitals With MS Departments

There are 2 hospitals & healthcare facilities that have MS nurses in San Luis Obispo. 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 San Luis Obispo.

Marian Medical Center – Santa Maria
Shifts
8 D, 8 N, 10 D, 10 E, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
13 and 8
Departments
Cardiovascular Operating Room Cath Lab Emergency Room First Assist Home Health Home Health Intensive Care Unit Labor & Delivery Medical Surgical Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Operating Room Operating Room Post Anesthesia Care Unit Telemetry
Address
1400 East Church Street
Santa Maria, CA 93454
Nearby Neighborhoods
El Capitan Village Mobile Home Park (93456), La Maria Mobile Home Park (93456), Casa Grande Mobile Home Park (93454), Saint Marie Mobile Home Park (93456), Village Mobile Home Park (93455)
Tenet – Sierra Vista Regional Medical Center
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 8 N, 10 D, 10 E, 10 N, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12, 9, 13, 11, and 8
Address
1010 MURRAY AVE.
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
* 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.