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A Travel Nurse’s Guide to San Diego, CA

A Travel Nurse's Guide to San Diego, CA

San Diego is a busy metropolis in Southern California associated with endless sunny days and sandy beaches. This southern border city offers a true melting pot of culture and diversity you can’t find anywhere else. There’s much to see and explore in the San Diego region, from major attractions to an infinite amount of outdoor activities. If this area isn’t on your assignment bucket list, it should be! 

Why San Diego Is Giving “Dream Travel Nurse Assignment”

The University of California (San Francisco) produced a survey of the RN workforce across the state due in part to the chronic issues with low staffing. The forecast for these shortages is likely to continue well into 2029.[1] Of those surveyed, 25.9% worked as traveling nurses—the highest reported rate on record for the past decade.[2] With staffing shortages across the state, it may be an opportune time to consider sunny California. The area is highly desirable from a lifestyle perspective, and with the extensive healthcare opportunities that abound across multiple disciplines, San Diego is a top destination for travel nurses.  

The Best Eats and Attractions in San Diego

Top 6 Places To Explore On A Day Off

  • San Diego Zoo: This local installment of the animal kingdom is renowned the world over for its wide variety of creatures, great and small. 
  • USS Midway Museum: Explore this impressive beast of ocean warfare-turned museum, docked near the Naval Base of Coronado off Point Loma. 
  • La Jolla Cove: Explore this scenic ocean cove to find seashells, watch the sunset, or just listen to the waves crashing along the rocks. 
  • LEGOLAND California: Lego bricks aren’t just for kids; that’s a fact. Celebrate the fun and wonder of a whole theme park dedicated to a beloved pastime. 
  • Mission Basilica San Diego de Alcalá: This 18th-century historical beauty was California’s first mission and is still operating today.
  • Balboa Park: a cultural oasis offering beautiful gardens to get lost in and see San Diego’s past and present diverge. See live music at the historical Spreckels Organ Pavilion or visit the quaint international cottages.

Top 6 Places To Eat and Drink

  • The Crack Shack – Little Italy: The go-to spot for all things chicken and delicious. Enjoy chicken sandwiches, fried recipes, signature bowls, and sides like you’ve never seen before.
  • Juniper and Ivy: An upscale modern restaurant serving traditional American fare that’s been reinvented for the discerning foodie. Try their signature cocktails and unique flavor combos. 
  • The Taco Stand: San Diego boasts some of the greatest Mexican food in the United States, and this local joint offers up some of the best. Try the carne asada burrito or their hand-crafted street tacos.
  • Herb & Wood: Visit the Mediterranean for dinner. Get wood-fired dishes, traditional cuisine, and a homey, rustic atmosphere. 
  • Born and Raised: Get dressed up for a high-end night on the town at this rooftop patio, serving perfectly cooked steaks, burgers, and many other favorites. 
  • KINDRED: If you’re looking for a vegan option, this is the stop to make. The atmosphere is eclectic, but the food is strictly vegan and wholly inventive. 
  • Hodad’s Downtown: Burgers as big as your face? The dinner you didn’t know you needed is custom burgers with creative toppings and masterful flavor combinations. 

Ready To Jump Into Your San Diego Adventure?

Get ready to soak up the “70 degrees all year” kind of weather and those SoCal vibes! Connect with an IDR Healthcare recruiter today to learn more about travel nurse jobs in San Diego and other opportunities for allied healthcare professionals.

 

Sources

[1]Forecasts of the Registered Nurse Workforce in California. (n.d.-a). https://www.rn.ca.gov/pdfs/forms/forecast2022.pdf 

[2]2022 survey of registered nurses. (n.d.-a). https://www.rn.ca.gov/pdfs/forms/survey2022.pdf 

 

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