Travel Nurse RN - Emergency Room (ER) / Trauma - $2,723 per week in Bakersfield, CA

Company: TravelNurseSource
Location: Bakersfield
Posted on: February 17, 2026

Job Description:

Registered Nurse (RN) | Emergency Room (ER) / Trauma Location: Bakersfield, CA Agency: Mindlance Health Pay: $2,723 per week Shift Information: Nights - 3 days x 12 hours Contract Duration: 13 Weeks Start Date: 3/16/2026 About the Position TravelNurseSource is working with Mindlance Health to find a qualified ER/Trauma RN in Bakersfield, California, 93301! ID: 75805269 Shift: 12H Nights Nights, EOW, first to float Description: Unit Notes:Managers will do interviewThis is a Nurse Shift Manager position. Traveler must have strong Charge RN experience, or management experience. Nurse Shift Managers (NSMs) will take patients and provide direct patient care when necessary. While the Charge Nurse is typically the first to take on patient assignments, NSMs will also fulfill the Charge Nurse role and manage the department. They are expected to assist with patient care as needed, including triaging ambulance patients, starting IVs, and administering medications, etc. Essentially, NSMs will provide support wherever it is required within the department.\"- beds21 (Fast track staffed with midlevel's & LVNs)-CertsBLS, ACLS, PALS, & NIHSS are required-Ratios1 to 4 unless ICU patient would be 1 to 2-EMRCerner-Charge NurseShift manager & a resource nurse -Nurse AidesED Techs are EMT or aides from other units-Weekend Requirement\"4 weekend shifts in a 4-week schedule-Weekends are Fri/Sat for nights & Sat/Sun for days\"-Holidays1 major & 1 minor-Scrub ColorNavy blue. If you wear a scrub jacket it also must be navy. If you wear an undershirt underneath your scrub top it must be navy, white, or black.-Tele-Phillips-Vents-Yes-Hospitalist or Intensivist in house- Yes - only use MD's in the ER-IV Team - No-RT 24/7- Yes-Pharmacy 24/7- Yes & Omnicell-Shifts- 12's Self-scheduling but not finalized until the manager balances it. Schedules are for 4 weeks. Block scheduling is not allowed-Floating- Floating could happen between the 2 facilities to the ER. If floated prior to shift, would get a 2 hour notice prior start. Mid-shift floating could happen. The facilities are only 6.5 miles apart.- Call - if put on stand by/call, traveler must report within 30 mins-Floor specific orientation- 2 shifts at the primary campus & 1 shift at the other campus-Common diagnosis / Types of patient s-Typical ER patients. Some days they have MedSurg Tele holds in the ER. ER Nurses will be expected to take these patients. -Additional Notes- They are a Primary Stroke Center. They rarely hold \"5150 psych holds\" longer than 12 hours. They utilize the MET Team (Mobile Eval Team). Could see 115 patients one day than 175 patients the next day. This must be their primary job. They will not work around another work schedule to accommodate hours. Must be very teamwork oriented. Cancellation can cancel up to 4 shifts per 13-week assignment, 3 shifts for assignments that are less than 13 weeks (Hospital may also pay full hours for a particular shift, in lieu of cancellation). Charting BSN License to Trauma Level: Care Shift , EOW, first to float Required , BLS Certification, NIHSS, PALS Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week Contract Weeks:91 5 Benefits of Travel Nursing A diverse portfolio of experiences adds depth to your professional profile. This can be beneficial if you decide to pursue leadership roles, advanced degrees, or specialized certifications. If you enjoy outdoor activities, travel nursing in different regions provides opportunities for adventure sports like hiking, skiing, or water sports, depending on the assignment location. Stand out in the competitive healthcare field by showcasing a resume filled with varied experiences in different regions and healthcare settings. Employers value the adaptability and resilience gained through travel nursing. Travel nurses can bring fresh perspectives to healthcare facilities, contributing ideas and insights that may lead to improvements in patient care, safety, and overall healthcare quality. Working with diverse teams in various settings enhances your communication skills. You learn to effectively communicate with colleagues, patients, and families from different backgrounds. Requirements Required for Onboarding ACLS BLS Core Exam - Nursing ER RN Skills Checklist Emergency Room RN Exam Ishihara Colorvision Screening 29367972EXPTEMP

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