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13 California Transitional Care Unit (TCU) Jobs

  • $3,412/wk
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    San Luis Obispo, CA
    Step Down Unit
    RN
    Aug 17 (8 wks) · Day · 4x12
    1 day ago
  • $3,089/wk
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    Glendale, CA
    Cardiac Transitional Care Unit
    RN
    Aug 17 (8 wks) · Night · 4x12
    1 day ago
  • $3,089/wk
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    Marysville, CA
    Step Down Unit
    RN
    Aug 10 (8 wks) · Night · 4x12
    1 day ago
  • $3,089/wk
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    Glendale, CA
    Cardiac Transitional Care Unit
    RN
    Aug 17 (8 wks) · Day · 4x12
    1 day ago
  • $3,089/wk
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    Glendale, CA
    Step Down Unit
    RN
    Aug 17 (8 wks) · Night · 4x12
    1 day ago
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  • $3,089/wk
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    Glendale, CA
    Step Down Unit
    RN
    Aug 17 (8 wks) · Day · 4x12
    1 day ago
  • $3,089/wk
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    Glendale, CA
    Progressive Care Unit
    RN
    Aug 17 (8 wks) · Day · 4x12
    1 day ago
  • $2,603/wk
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    San Francisco, CA
    Pediatric Cardiac Transitional Care Unit
    RN
    Aug 18 (12 wks) · Variable · 3x12
  • $2,471/wk
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    Marysville, CA
    Progressive Care Unit
    RN
    Aug 10 (8 wks) · Night · 3x12
    3 days ago
  • $2,471/wk
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    Marysville, CA
    Step Down Unit
    RN
    Aug 10 (8 wks) · Day · 3x12
    1 day ago
  • Day 1 benefits: healthcare & 401k
    DAY 1 BENEFITSHealthcare & 401k
    Be reminded to update lics, certs & new opportunities
    BE REMINDEDTo update lics, certs & new opportunities
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    San Luis Obispo, CA
    Day
    4 shifts x 12 hours
    Start August 17th · 8 wks

    Contract Details

    Job TypeTravel
    Contract Date08/17/2026 - 10/12/2026

    Travel Pay Breakdown

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    Rate Breakdown
    Standard
    Overtime
    Lodging
    Meals & Incidents
    Total$3,412/wk
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    Benefits

    Health
    HealthDay 1
    Dental
    DentalDay 1
    Vision
    VisionDay 1
    401k
    401k(opt in)

    Additional Information

    Pre-employment modules may be required for this role. Please upload any certifications or health documents you have to your profile to expedite your on-boarding process.

    Additional Details:

    Required Skills/Experience:

    • Must have current Epic experience.

    Preferred Credentials:

    • Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred.
    • Successful completion of a Basic Dysrhythmia Course preferred.
    • Completion of a Critical Care Course preferred.

    Unit Details:

    • Blended step-down/telemetry unit with a 3:1 RN ratio for step-down patients and a 4:1 RN ratio for telemetry patients; average census is approximately 25% step-down and 75% telemetry.
    • Cares for intermediate-care patients on IV drips including Cardizem, amiodarone, Cardene, and insulin, as well as patients requiring high levels of oxygen.
    • High focus on neuro trauma, complex post-operative, stroke, cardiac step-down/telemetry, post coronary intervention with femoral sheath removal using Femostop, post permanent pacemaker placement, post AICD placement, and stable acute coronary syndrome patients.
    • Uses Pyxis and Omnicell.
    • Fast-paced unit and the busiest admission, transfer, and discharge unit in the hospital.

    Shift & Scheduling:

    • No call.
    • 4 weekend shifts in a 6-week period.
    • Flexible contract hours: 36 or 48 per week.

    Floating Requirements:

    • You may be required to float to Adventist Health locations within 30 miles.
    • Float to Med-Surg depending on staffing and census; happens often.

    Details:

    AUTO OFFER - NO INTERVIEW: This is an auto-offer position. You will likely not interview with the facility prior to receiving an offer. However, an interview can be arranged upon request. All time off requests must be submitted at application. Scheduling requests must be worked out with the manager directly upon starting the assignment. Any offers for this job will require a clear "Yes" or "No" response from the nurse within 24hrs or the offer must be declined.

    Transitional Care Travel Nurse Job Responsibilities and Salary

    The job responsibilities of a Transitional Care nurse are to provide skilled nursing care. This includes maintaining ventilators, administering respiratory treatments, and administering medications such as IV fluids and IV antibiotics. TCU nurses also provide wound care and education to patients and families. Both Registered Nurses and Licensed Practical Nurses can work in Transitional Care settings. As people recover from extensive illnesses, TCU nurses are in high demand. The average annual salary in the United States for a Transitional Care nurse is around $80,000. Salaries may be higher if the nurse has relevant certifications or additional years of experience.

    Transitional Care Unit (TCU) Travel Nurse Jobs in California

    Transitional Care nurses work in hospital and skilled rehab settings. The Transitional Care Unit (TCU) is an intermediate unit between acute care and home. Patients in this unit are still recovering from an acute illness or injury and need additional rehab and care before going home. Job descriptions for Transitional Care nurses note excellent critical thinking skills and prior rehab experience. Are you looking for your dream job? Explore the many Transitional Care travel nurse opportunities below.