Travel
ICU
Bakersfield, CA
ICU Registered Nurse | Bakersfield, CA | Day Shift
This 13-week contract places you in a specialty-focused facility offering a range of cardiac and surgical services to the Kern County community. The ICU team manages complex, high-acuity patients in a fast-paced environment that demands strong critical thinking and clinical expertise.
Shift & Schedule
- Days: 7:00 AM – 7:30 PM
- 36 guaranteed hours per week (with 48-hour flex availability)
- Start date: December 7, 2026
Clinical Responsibilities
- Collect and analyze patient data to guide diagnosis and care planning
- Develop and implement individualized care plans with targeted interventions
- Coordinate care across disciplines, promoting a safe and healing environment
- Provide patient and family education; support discharge planning for continuity of care
- Delegate appropriately and supervise assigned nursing staff
Required Qualifications
- Active RN licensure in California
- Minimum 2 years of recent ICU or acute care experience
- BLS certification (AHA-approved)
- ACLS certification (AHA or ARC)
Preferred
- BSN
- Prior experience with electronic health records
Additional Details
- Scrub color: Not specified
- Float requirements: Contact recruiter for details
- Setting: Cardiac and surgical specialty facility with catheterization lab and operating room capabilities
Bakersfield offers an affordable cost of living, mild weather, and easy access to Yosemite, Sequoia National Parks, and the Central California Coast — making it an attractive destination for travel clinicians.