ER Travel Nurse Job in Santa Cruz, CA | Nights (3x12)
Dignity Health - Dominican Hospital
Santa Cruz, CA
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Travel RN
ER Nurse in Santa Cruz, CA
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$2,573
Specialty
ER
Travel · RN
Shift
Nights
3×12 hrs
Start Date
11/09
Flexible
Contract
13 wks
Renewable
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This ER travel nurse job in Santa Cruz, California, with Advantis Medical is a 13-week Travel ER Registered Nurse (RN) contract at Dignity Health - Dominican Hospital. This role pays $2,573 per week and follows a Nights shift with a 3x12 schedule. Read more
Job Details
- Facility: Dignity Health - Dominican Hospital
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Location: Santa Cruz, CA 95065 Explore the area! See our local guide further down this page.
- Contract Length: 13 Weeks
- Shift: Nights (3x12)
Responsibilities
- Triage and assess patients across the full range of acuity, re-prioritizing care as conditions evolve
- Deliver rapid interventions for emergent presentations such as cardiac emergencies, stroke, trauma, and sepsis
- Administer emergency medications, IV therapy, and other treatments as ordered
- Respond to codes and trauma activations as part of the resuscitation team when assigned
Travel ER Requirements:
- 2+ years of recent ER experience.
- Must hold all required certifications and licenses as mandated by California and national regulatory bodies.
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FAQs – ER Travel Nurse Jobs Near Santa Cruz, CA
What certifications are required for this ER travel job?
Most travel ER jobs require BLS and ACLS. TNCC may be required for trauma care. Pediatric requirements can include PALS, ENPC, or both, depending on whether the facility accepts ENPC in place of PALS. Confirm the required combination before booking a course or renewing credentials.
What recent experience do facilities look for in travel ER nurses?
Facilities typically look for recent emergency department experience caring for a wide range of acuity levels, from lower-acuity patients to unstable patients who may need rapid intervention. Trauma exposure, critical care skills, pediatric experience, and triage experience can all matter depending on the department. The strongest match is usually a recent ER background that reflects the patient volume, acuity, and responsibilities of the assignment.
What types of patients do travel ER nurses typically care for?
Travel ER nurses may care for patients with medical emergencies, injuries, behavioral health needs, cardiac or respiratory conditions, and patients awaiting admission to another unit. Some departments also manage ventilated patients or titratable drips while patients wait for an ICU bed. Patient mix and acuity vary by hospital, so travelers should compare the department’s typical population with their recent experience.
Will my multistate nursing license cover this California travel assignment?
No—California is not a Nurse Licensure Compact state, so a multistate license from another state doesn’t authorize practice here; you’ll need an active California RN license. Apply for licensure by endorsement through the California Board of Registered Nursing and plan ahead—eligible endorsement applicants may also apply for a temporary license while the permanent application is pending. Our California Nursing License Guide has current fees, timelines, and step-by-step instructions.
Benefits
- Day One Benefits, Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(k)
- Relocation and Travel Reimbursement
- Dedicated team to help with state licensing & renewals
- Weekly Direct Deposit
- $1,000 Referral Bonus + $250 Bonus for Your Referral
Resources for this ER job in Santa Cruz
- Review California nursing license requirements before your assignment.
- View live ER salary data for travel nurses.
- View California salary reports for travel nursing assignments.
- Explore the travel nursing housing center to plan your stay.
Explore Santa Cruz, CA
On the northern edge of Monterey Bay, Santa Cruz, CA makes a coastal base for travel nurses, with assignments spread across the city and the towns just inland. Emergency departments and medical-surgical units carry much of the local caseload, with community hospitals serving a year-round population that swells in summer. Capitola, Soquel, and Watsonville sit a few minutes down the coast or into the valley for added contract options. Many travelers commute over Highway 17 to reach larger Silicon Valley campuses, a winding drive better tackled outside peak hours. Housing here runs tight near the water, so renting a few miles inland often makes a contract here far more affordable, a tradeoff many travelers accept for the coast.
Travel Nursing Jobs With Advantis Medical — The Gold Standard
At Advantis Medical Staffing, we take great pride in our commitment to caring for travel nurses. We are dedicated to connecting nurses with the best travel nursing jobs nationwide, while providing exceptional service that fosters a trusted partnership for life. Our mission is to deliver the “Gold Standard” in service—not only by securing your first assignment but by advocating for your long-term career goals and well-being.
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Travel ER · Santa Cruz, CA · $2,573 /wk