Location & Practice Overview

The primary focus of these registered nurse openings is the Los Angeles market, with secondary placements also available in other California cities such as San Francisco, San Leandro, Woodland, and Moreno Valley.

Primary Market Los Angeles, California
Secondary California Locations San Francisco, San Leandro, Woodland, Moreno Valley
Facility Type Acute-care hospitals
Placement Structure Agency-coordinated assignments into hospital units
Care Environment Inpatient specialty and general nursing units

Responsibilities

  • Perform ongoing patient assessments and recognize changes that require immediate intervention.
  • Deliver medications, treatments, and prescribed therapies according to unit standards.
  • Maintain accurate clinical documentation of assessments, care provided, and patient responses.
  • Collaborate with physicians, therapists, and other team members to support coordinated care.
  • Provide patient and family education tailored to the clinical situation and unit focus.
  • Follow facility protocols for handoffs, safety, and infection-prevention practices.

Work follows the nursing process within the specific specialty unit of each assignment.

Qualifications & Requirements

Applicants must meet state licensure and specialty experience standards for the unit of placement.

Licensure
Current RN license valid in the state of the assignment; California RN license required for all California placements
Specialty Experience
Demonstrated experience in the area of application, including PICU, Cath Lab, Labor & Delivery, Critical Care, Neonatal ICU, Emergency Room, or staff nursing
Core Knowledge
Current understanding of the nursing process with emphasis on documentation, medications, and treatments
Certifications & Health Requirements
Current CPR certification and up-to-date immunizations

Compensation & Benefits

Weekly packages combine a taxable wage component with housing and meal stipends when the assignment qualifies.

  • Compensation: $2,400–$3,600 per week
  • Negotiable reimbursement and stipend terms based on location and contract details
  • Continued support from the staffing team throughout the assignment

Schedule & Work Environment

Assignment Format Travel contracts and per diem shifts
Available Shifts Day and night options
Shift Duration 8-hour or 12-hour shifts
Start Timeline Positions ready for prompt start
Work Location On-site hospital units
Scheduling Flexibility Per diem and contract options available

Patient Population & Clinical Setting

Each assignment matches the nurse to the patient population of the specialty unit.

Critical Care Units Adults with high acuity requiring continuous monitoring
Emergency Settings Individuals presenting with urgent or emergent conditions
Labor & Delivery Mothers and newborns during labor, birth, and immediate recovery
Neonatal & Pediatric Intensive Care Infants and children needing specialized intensive support

Clinical Focus & Key Services

The clinical content of each role is determined by the specialty unit of placement.

Intensive Care Nursing Management of critically ill patients requiring advanced monitoring and support
Emergency Care Triage, rapid evaluation, and stabilization of acute presentations
Obstetric & Neonatal Services Support during labor and delivery plus specialized care for newborns
Cardiac Procedural Care Assistance during cardiac catheterization and related interventions

Role Highlights

These openings provide access to multiple specialty areas and California locations through one staffing partner.

  • Los Angeles as the primary market with additional California sites available
  • Option to choose between travel assignments and per diem work
  • Access to several high-demand specialties under a single agency relationship

About North Star Staffing Solutions

North Star Staffing Solutions connects nurses with hospital and clinical placements. Before any assignment the firm completes interviews, reference checks, background screening, and verification of prior employment. The organization specializes in travel and per diem nursing support and continues to assist candidates after they begin work.

Company Type Healthcare staffing agency
Service Emphasis Travel and per diem registered nurse placements
Candidate Process Interviews, references, background checks, and employment verification
Support Model Ongoing assistance after placement

Frequently Asked Questions

Which nursing specialties are currently being filled?
Openings are available for nurses with experience in PICU, Cath Lab, Labor & Delivery, Critical Care, Neonatal ICU, Emergency Room, and general staff nursing.
Are both travel and per diem options offered?
Yes. Both travel assignments and per diem opportunities are available in the listed California locations.
Do I need an RN license for California assignments?
Yes. Current RN licensure in the state of the assignment is required, and a California RN license is required for California placements.
How soon can an assignment begin?
The agency is working to fill these positions as soon as credentialing and facility onboarding are completed.
Is Los Angeles the only California location?
Los Angeles is the primary market. Additional California openings exist in San Francisco, San Leandro, Woodland, and Moreno Valley.
What else is required beyond an active RN license?
Current CPR certification, up-to-date immunizations, and recent experience in the specialty of application are required. The agency also completes reference and background checks.

RN Travel & Per Diem Opportunities in Los Angeles

North Star Staffing Solutions is actively placing travel and per diem registered nurses with a primary focus on Los Angeles, California. Secondary California sites include San Francisco, San Leandro, Woodland, and Moreno Valley. Assignments span multiple specialties—critical care, emergency, labor and delivery, neonatal intensive care, pediatric intensive care, cath lab, and general staff nursing. Nurses deliver direct patient care that includes assessment, medication and treatment administration, clinical documentation, and collaboration with the broader care team. Candidates must hold an active RN license for the state of placement (California license required for all California sites), recent experience in the chosen specialty, current CPR certification, and current immunizations. Weekly compensation ranges from $2,400 to $3,600 and may include housing and meal stipends. Day and night shifts in 8- or 12-hour formats are available, with positions targeted for prompt starts. The agency screens every candidate through interviews, reference verification, background checks, and prior-employment confirmation, then continues to provide support after placement begins. These roles are designed for experienced nurses who want flexible travel or per diem work centered on the Los Angeles market and selected additional California locations.

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