About This Role
This 13-week travel assignment places you in an ER leadership role at an acute care hospital in San Luis Obispo, working three 12-hour day shifts per week for 36 total hours. You'll lead on an inpatient unit while providing direct patient care in a fast-paced emergency department. The position starts mid-June 2026 and pays between $1,856 and $1,979 weekly. This role suits experienced RNs who are comfortable stepping into a charge nurse or lead capacity, thrive in high-acuity environments, and want the flexibility of travel nursing without a grueling schedule. You'll need valid licensure and the ability to manage both clinical responsibilities and team coordination.
$2,200–$4,500/wk
Long-term care / Clinic / Outpatient / Hospital ICU
Days · PRN / Per Diem
RN license
$1,856 - $1,979 per week Contract length: 13 weeks Shift: 12-hour days, 3 per week (36 hours) Start date: 06/15/2026 Setting: ER leadership…
Dedicated
Location & Routes
- Base city: Rse - Er Lead Position In San Luis Obispo, CA
- Route type: Dedicated
Hiring Process
- Apply — Submit your application online
- Review — A recruiter reviews your qualifications
- Background check — Standard employment and license verification
- Start your assignment — Begin your nursing role
Requirements
Active RN license in the assignment state (compact license preferred).
Minimum 2 years of recent acute-care experience in the specialty.
BLS required. ACLS, PALS, or specialty certs depending on unit.
Ability to stand for long shifts, lift up to 50 lbs, and assist with patient transfers.
Frequently asked questions
How long is a typical travel nurse contract?
Most travel nurse contracts run 8–13 weeks, with the option to extend or take a new assignment after each contract. Some crisis or rapid-response contracts are as short as 4 weeks.
Is housing provided or is there a stipend?
Most travel agencies offer a tax-free housing stipend rather than agency-arranged housing. Stipends vary by city and assignment, typically $1,000–$2,500 per month on top of weekly taxable pay.
Do I need a compact nursing license?
A multistate (compact) license lets you work in any NLC member state without applying for a separate license. For non-compact states (e.g., California, New York) you'll need a state-specific RN license before starting.
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Rse - Er Lead Position In San Luis Obispo is a working healthcare town: Cedars-Sinai, Kaiser Permanente, UCSF Health, Stanford, and Sutter Health drive consistent demand year-round. Most nursing openings around Rse - Er Lead Position In San Luis Obispo, California fall into three buckets — staff hospital roles, per diem and PRN shifts, and travel/agency assignments tied to ICU, ER, labor & delivery, and travel nurse contracts.
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Full Job Details
Overview Registered Nurse - ER Lead position in San Luis Obispo, California, starting June 15, 2026 for a 13-week travel assignment. The role offers 36 hours per week on 12-hour day shifts within an ER leadership capacity on an inpatient unit in an acute care setting. Key Highlights
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pay: $1,856 - $1,979 per week Contract length: 13 weeks
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