Travel/Contract Acute Care Registered Nurse - Up to $3,200/week!

Local Travel Acute Care RN – Garberville, CA
Connected Health Care is Hiring!
Connected Health Care is a trusted recruitment and staffing firm partnering with healthcare facilities across the country to connect qualified medical professionals with rewarding travel and local contract opportunities. We are currently seeking an experienced Local Travel Acute Care Registered Nurse (RN) for a 13-week contract in Garberville, California.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Acute Care / Med Surg RN looking to expand their clinical experience while enjoying the natural beauty and outdoor lifestyle of Northern California.
Job Details

• Position: Local Travel Acute Care Registered Nurse – RN
• Location: Garberville, CA
• Contract Length: 13 weeks
• Weekly Compensation: Up to $3,200 per week, based on experience

Job Description

• Provide safe, compassionate, and evidence-based nursing care to acute care patients.
• Assess, monitor, and document patient conditions, symptoms, and responses to treatment.
• Develop and implement individualized nursing care plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary healthcare team.
• Administer medications, treatments, and therapies according to physician orders and facility protocols.
• Perform comprehensive patient assessments and recognize changes in patient condition.
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
• Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, medications, treatments, and discharge instructions.
• Maintain accurate and timely electronic medical records and clinical documentation.
• Follow infection-control procedures, patient-safety standards, and hospital policies.
• Respond appropriately to changes in patient status and participate in emergency interventions when necessary.
• Deliver high-quality Medical-Surgical and Acute Care nursing services in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
• Demonstrate professionalism, adaptability, teamwork, and strong clinical judgment throughout the assignment.

Required Education & Certifications

• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited nursing program.
• Active California RN license required.
• BLS certification required.
• ACLS certification required.
• PALS certification required.
• Medical-Surgical nursing experience required.
• Acute Care experience strongly preferred.
• Current clinical credentials must remain valid throughout the assignment.

Ideal Candidate

• Experienced Registered Nurse with a strong Medical-Surgical background.
• Comfortable caring for patients in an acute care environment.
• Strong assessment, critical-thinking, communication, and organizational skills.
• Able to adapt quickly to a new facility, team, and patient population.
• Dependable, compassionate, and committed to delivering excellent patient care.
• Interested in a 13-week local travel nursing opportunity in Northern California.

Explore Garberville, California
Garberville is a charming Southern Humboldt County community and a gateway to some of Northern California's most spectacular redwood country. The area offers a unique combination of small-town living, outdoor recreation, scenic drives, rivers, forests, and easy access to the Lost Coast.

• Humboldt Redwoods State Park: Explore towering old-growth coastal redwoods, hiking trails, campgrounds, picnic areas, and the impressive Rockefeller Forest.
• Avenue of the Giants: Take a scenic drive along this famous 31-mile route through the redwood forest, with opportunities for hiking, biking, picnicking, swimming, fishing, and exploring the Eel River. 
• Hiking & Nature Trails: Humboldt Redwoods State Park features more than 100 miles of trails, including accessible walks through spectacular redwood groves.
• South Fork Eel River: Enjoy swimming, fishing, kayaking, and other outdoor activities in the rivers surrounding Garberville.
• Southern Humboldt Community Park: Just outside Garberville, this 430-acre park offers hiking, birdwatching, bicycling, swimming, kayaking, horseback riding, picnicking, disc golf, and public river access.
• Lost Coast: Garberville provides access to the rugged Lost Coast region, making it an appealing home base for outdoor enthusiasts who enjoy hiking, beaches, scenic drives, and remote coastal landscapes.
• Small-Town California: Enjoy local restaurants, shops, community events, and the relaxed atmosphere of Southern Humboldt's small communities.
• Weekend Adventures: Northern California's redwood forests, rivers, coastline, historic towns, and outdoor recreation provide plenty to explore during your days off. 

Ready to Take the Next Step?
If you're an experienced Acute Care / Med Surg RN with an active California RN license and current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications, this 13-week local travel nursing opportunity in Garberville could be a great fit.

Contact Savannah – Account Manager
Phone: (512) 605-2288
Email: savannah@connectedhc.com
Apply today and take your next nursing assignment to the redwoods!


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