August 1, 2008
Access Nurses Weekly Volume 16 Number 7 August 1, 2008
News
The steady rise of travel nurse jobs in California offers nurses the opportunity to make financial gains despite a slowing economy.
While nurses may be feeling the pinch from mounting gas and grocery prices, travel nurses turn economic hardships into money making opportunities by heading to California, one of the highest paying areas in the country.
While most people think of California as the playground of celebrities and surfers, there is so much more to the Golden State that makes it a worthwhile destination. California travel nursing offers a variety of environments to enjoy; sun and snow, big city and small town living, shopping and outdoor adventures are all within the California landscape. And with the increasing number of California nurse jobs at Access Nurses, travel nursing to the Golden State brings golden opportunities.
Ask a recruiter about assignments in one of these amazing California locations:
**San Francisco.**Live Metropolitan Style. Bringing together the best of urban living into a vibrant city full of culture and history, San Francisco really is a treat for travel nurses who choose an assignment here. The cultural diversity of the city leads to an endless amount of fine restaurants, shops and festivals. The city is extremely well suited for travelling nurses, with outstanding public transportation, quaint neighborhoods and noteworthy schools. San Francisco features plenty of cultural events and attractions, such as the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, Aquarium of the Bay, Union Square, Fisherman’s Wharf, Alcatraz, Golden Gate Bridge, Chinatown, Lombard Street and Coit Tower.
**Fresno/Sacramento.***Make More Money.*Follow in the footsteps of the ‘49ers who sought gold and uncover all the treasures that both the Fresno and Sacramento areas have to offer. Some of the highest pay rates in the entire state of California are found in Fresno and Sacramento. You’ll also grow rich in experience and adventure by discovering the area’s attractions. In Sacramento, take the time to see the Science and Space Discovery Center, The California State Railroad Museum, Sutter’s Fort State Historic Site and various professional sports events. Fresno is the gateway to the Kingsburg Swedish Village, the Children’s Museum of the Sierra, the Fresno County Fruit, Blossom and Citrus Trail and various cultural arts at the William Saroyan Theater.
**Orange County.***An Inviting Lifestyle.*The gorgeous year-round weather and endless beaches aren’t all that brings people to Orange County. It’s fast becoming the place where people are serious about creating a quality of life for themselves and their family that is exceptional. Excellent schools, inviting neighborhoods and a focus on the family make Orange County an ideal area to live. It is also close to outstanding shopping and dining venues, countless world-famous attractions such as theme parks, beaches, golf courses, outdoor adventures and cultural arts.
**Los Angeles.***A Taste of Everything.*With a little bit of everything to choose from, the city of Los Angeles is an exhilarating place to live. The metropolitan area blends with acres of suburban neighborhoods to create one of the most energetic cities around. With access to beaches and outdoor activities as well as high cultural arts and fine dining, Los Angeles can match anyone’s style. There is no parallel to the quality of entertainment, music, nightlife, fashion venues, sports events and historic sites that Los Angeles can offer the eager adventurer.
**San Diego.***Explore the Outdoors.*For the travel nurse interested in living as close as possible to outdoor adventures, San Diego is the place to be. Besides fantastic beach weather all year round, there are miles of hiking and biking trails along the beach and in the mountains. Take up surfing, kayaking, paragliding or camping in the San Diego area and enjoy the diverse landscape and breathtaking scenery. Also take some time to hit the most popular attractions in San Diego, including the San Diego Zoo, Old Town, Wild Animal Park, Balboa Park, Cabrillo National Monument, Sea World, and harbor cruises.
Houston, Texas
Houston is the largest city in Texas, and it’s the hub of culture and entertainment in the state. The city hosts many annual events that celebrate the growing multicultural and international population. The Houston International Festival, which spotlights a different culture each year, is a major event in Houston. The Theater District, located downtown, is booming with nine major performing arts organizations and six performance halls. Plus, don’t forget that Houston is home to three major sports teams.
Weather: High: 80, Low: 61
Population: 2,076,189
Nearby Cities: Beaumont, Galveston, Temple
Hot Jobs
Contact your recruiter to inquire about the following jobs!
Houston, Texas Cath Lab and OR Scrub Tech
Positions: Three
Shift: 7 a.m. to 3:30 or 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Start Date: ASAP
San Jose, California OR
Positions: Two
Shift: 8-hour days
Start Date: ASAP
San Diego, California ICU
Positions: One
Shift: 12-hour nights
Start Date: ASAP
Bennington, Vermont Med Surg
Positions: Three
Shift: 8-hour evenings and nights
Start Date: ASAP
Dublin, Georgia ICU
Positions: Two
Shift: Days
Start Date: ASAP
Seattle, Washington MICU
Positions: One
Shift: Nights
Start Date: ASAP
Honolulu, Hawaii L&D
Positions: Four
Shift: Nights
Start Date: ASAP
Cooperstown, New York Dialysis
Positions: Two
Shift: 8-hour days and evenings
Start Date: ASAP
Antioch, California Case Management
Positions: One
Shift: 8-hour days
Start Date: ASAP
Mount Vernon, Illinois OR First Assist
Positions: One
Shift: 8 or 12-hour days
Start Date: ASAP
St. Louis, Missouri CICU and NSICU
Positions: One
Shift: 12-hour nights
Start Date: ASAP
Loveland, Colorado L&D
Positions: One
Shift: 12-hour nights
Start Date: ASAP
Riverside, California L&D
Positions: Five
Shift: 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. or 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Start Date: ASAP
Featured Forum Topic
Shortage?
They say there is a demand for nurses, but why are those empty slots at the hospitals not being filled by all of the students from every booked nursing school? Is it that students are not passing or completing nursing school? Why is their still such a wide shortage?
On the Lighter Side
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