Travel Emergency Room Registered Nurse - $2,751 per week

Company: American Traveler
Location: Bakersfield
Posted on: November 4, 2025

Job Description:

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Bakersfield, California. Job Description & Requirements - Specialty: ED - Emergency Department - Discipline: RN - Start Date: 11/17/2025 - Duration: 13 weeks - 36 hours per week - Shift: 12 hours, nights - Employment Type: Travel Job Description American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a night shift Emergency Department position in California, requiring a current CA RN license and strong teamwork skills. Responsibilities - Provide care in a hospital Emergency Department with an 18-bed unit - Typical patient ratios are 1:4, with 1:2 for ICU-level patients - Patient population includes adults and fewer pediatrics, with exposure to correctional, homeless, and indigent patients; OB and cardiac cases are transferred out - Use Cerner EMR and Phillips telemetry monitoring equipment - Ventilator management required; Omnicell used for medication dispensing - Nights, 12-hour shifts with self-scheduling, but schedule finalized by manager each 4-week period - Weekend requirement is 4 shifts per 4-week schedule (typically Fri/Sat for nights) - Floating may occur between two nearby facilities (6.5 miles apart), with at least 2-hour notice before shift - Floor-specific orientation consists of two primary campus shifts and one shift at the secondary campus - No IV team; ED Techs and aides provide support - Handle a daily ED census averaging 100 patients - Provide care to diverse populations, including correctional and indigent patients - Team environment with charge nurse, resource nurse, and ED techs - Navy blue scrubs required, with matching undershirts or jackets in navy, white, or black - Staff required to work one major and one minor holiday per contract - First to float policy applies to travelers - Hospitals have 24/7 respiratory therapy and pharmacy support; only physicians practice in the ER - Returning travelers cannot have been employed by CommonSpirit hospitals within the past year Requirements - Active CA RN license required at time of consideration; pending licenses not accepted - Current certifications required: BLS, ACLS, PALS, NIHSS - Minimum of 2 years Emergency Department RN experience - Experience with Cerner EMR preferred - Must provide two professional references (one supervisor from the past 12 months, one peer/supervisor from the past 3 years) - Copy of driver’s license required at time of consideration - Must be eligible for rehire if previously employed by facility - This position must be candidate's primary job Benefits - High Pay and Bonuses - Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options - 401(k) Plan - Weekly Payroll Deposit - Free Online CEUs - Generous Housing Allowance - Travel and Licensure Reimbursements - Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy - Traveler Rewards and Discounts American Traveler Job ID P-627358. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Emergency Dept About American Traveler With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers. With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements. American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment. With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.

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