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
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Job Description\n
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a night shift Emergency Department position in an acute care setting requiring a CA RN license and advanced certifications.
\n \n Responsibilities\n
- Position is in the Emergency Department of an acute care hospital
- 21-bed unit with fast track staffed by midlevels and LVNs
- Patient ratio of 1:4, or 1:2 for ICU-level patients
- Typical ER patient population, with occasional MedSurg Telemetry holds
- Uses Cerner EMR and Phillips telemetry equipment
- 12-hour night shifts with self-scheduling finalized by the manager
- Weekend requirement is four weekend shifts per four-week schedule, with nights counted as Friday and Saturday
- May float between two nearby ERs, with advance or mid-shift notice possible
- On-call standby may be required with a 30-minute report time if called in
- Orientation consists of two shifts at the primary campus and one shift at the secondary campus
- Must be team-oriented and flexible, as ER patient volume can fluctuate significantly
- This is a primary job and secondary employment cannot be accommodated
- Must wear navy blue scrubs; jackets and undershirts must be navy, white, or black
- At least one major and one minor holiday coverage required during assignment
- Unit utilizes a shift manager, resource nurse, and ED techs (EMTs or aides)
- Hospitalist or intensivist available in-house, and uses MDs in the ER
- RT and pharmacy services are available 24/7, and Omnicell system is used
- First-time travelers are accepted
- Candidates may not have worked as a direct employee for any CommonSpirit, CHI, or Dignity facility in the past year
\n \n Requirements\n
- Active CA RN license required at time of consideration; pending not accepted
- Minimum three years of recent Emergency Department RN experience required
- Current BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NIHSS certifications required
- Two references required: one supervisor from last 12 months and one peer or supervisor from last three years
- Copy of driver's license required for consideration
\n Benefits\n
- 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
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American Traveler Job ID #P-627357. 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.