Travel Registered Nurse House Supervisor

Introduction

Step into a leadership role that blends clinical excellence with strategic influence as a Travel Registered Nurse – House Supervisor, anchored in the picturesque community of Arcata, California. In this pivotal role you’ll be at the helm of patient care across shift changes, directing a skilled team of nurses and support staff to deliver safe, compassionate, and efficient outcomes. Your leadership will set the tone for the unit, guiding patient flow, triage decisions, and the seamless coordination of care from admission through discharge.

This isn’t just a contract—it’s a chance to shape the experience of patients and families while advancing your own clinical leadership footprint. While you’re making an impact on the unit, California’s captivating landscapes invite you to explore awe-inspiring scenery—majestic redwood groves, rugged coastlines, and vibrant coastal towns—from Arcata’s friendly harbor and campus energy to the serenity of nearby state parks and pristine beaches.

Arcata provides a tight-knit, welcoming environment with a creative edge and easy access to the outdoors. The town sits near the northern California coast, offering a mild climate, scenic trails, and community-driven events that create a balanced rhythm between work and leisure. When you’re ready to broaden your horizons, the opportunity to work in various locations across the U.S. opens doors to diverse patient populations, hospital cultures, and leadership challenges.

You’ll gain exposure to different staffing models, regulatory environments, and clinical protocols that sharpen decision‑making and expand your professional toolkit. As you immerse yourself in California’s natural beauty, you’ll also enjoy the chance to discover Redwood National and State Parks, seaside escapes, and small‑town charm that can recharge your energy after demanding shifts. Our program supports your relocation needs with housing assistance and a clear pathway for extension, enabling you to tailor your experience to your career goals while savoring the region’s unique flavors, foods, festivals, and outdoor adventures.

As a House Supervisor on this travel assignment, you’ll oversee 24/7 unit operations during your shifts, ensuring safe staffing, high-quality nursing care, and strict adherence to policy and regulatory standards. Your key responsibilities will include directing patient flow, coordinating with physicians and ancillary teams, resolving unit-level crises, and supporting staff development through coaching, feedback, and performance improvement plans. You’ll monitor patient safety metrics, lead incident investigations, and champion discharge planning to optimize bed management and length of stay.

Your leadership will extend to creating and adjusting unit schedules, approving assignments, and identifying opportunities for process improvements that enhance patient experience and staff morale. This role also offers a powerful platform for professional growth: you’ll partner with mentors and leadership development programs to expand your scope of practice, pursue certifications, and demonstrate readiness for higher-level administrative responsibilities.

Compensation and incentives are designed to reflect the critical nature of this leadership position. Weekly pay ranges from $2,324 to $2,423, with guaranteed hours of 36.0 per week to support stability and predictability in your schedule. The contract is designed for multi-week engagement with the potential for extensions, allowing you to deepen your impact and broaden your experience across settings. You’ll receive a sign-on or performance bonus as part of the package, plus housing assistance to ease relocation and living arrangements.

A dedicated travel concierge and 24/7 support team stand ready to assist you—before, during, and after each shift—so you can focus on delivering outstanding patient care while traveling with confidence. The program also emphasizes comprehensive onboarding, ongoing clinical support, and access to resources that help you adapt quickly to different units and hospital cultures.