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Registered Nurse Travel Jobs in Bakersfield

Top RN Jobs In & Near Bakersfield, California

We currently offer 18 of the best available travel jobs in the Bakersfield, California area. We have new jobs updating daily, so be sure to Apply Now so our specialists can make sure you get first crack. We make it as easy as possible for you to renew nursing licenses and compare RN nursing jobs by allowing you to filter based on salary, shift type, location or duration to find the right job for you.

The average Registered Nurse travel nurse working in Bakersfield earned about $2,415 per week as of Nov 1, 2024. Today, you can find RN jobs with a salary range between $1,806 to $4,190 per week.

In Bakersfield proper, the RN travel nursing market can include hospital facilities like Bakersfield Memorial Hospital and Adventist Health Bakersfield with more facilities in nearby areas like Taft, Delano and Tehachapi to name a few.

We have a variety of options for RN travel jobs in Bakersfield if you have a specific start date in mind. The latest start date for an RN job is Jan 13, 2025 for a Registered Nurse – First Assistant role at $3,317 per week. The earliest start date is Dec 23, 2024 for a Registered Nurse – First Assistant role at $3,375 per week. Find additional possibilities by sorting “start date” in the list below.

There are a variety of contract lengths available for a Registered Nurse travel nurse job in Bakersfield including 12 weeks and 13 weeks.

Bakersfield is a great location for RN travel nurses to live, work and play! Search for additional RN jobs below or apply now and our AMN Healthcare team will help get you started!

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Search Top Paying Travel Registered Nurse Jobs in Bakersfield

AMN Healthcare currently has 18 travel Registered Nurse positions available in the Bakersfield, CA area. Search the most recent jobs below, or click the button below to view all jobs.

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Registered Nurse – Cardiovascular Operating Room
  • Bakersfield, California – 93301
  • 8 D,
  • January 13, 2025
  • 13
$3,802 to $4,190
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding unit is looking for the right RN to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Bakersfield, California – 93301
  • 8 D,
  • January 6, 2025
  • 13
$2,567 to $2,829
Weekly Pay*
Featuring advanced technology in addition to compassionate care, this esteemed Operating Room (OR) unit is looking to welcome a new member to its nursing team. Innovative care teams deliver optimal care to their patients at this cutting-edge facility. You can expect to work on complex cases with a driven team of passionate Operating Room (OR) professionals, utilizing the best patient care models.
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Registered Nurse – Labor & Delivery
  • Bakersfield, California – 93301
  • 12 D, 12 E, 12 N,
  • January 6, 2025
  • 26
$2,341 to $2,580
Weekly Pay*
This unit provides labor, delivery, recovery, postpartum, and newborn (LDRPN) services. The OB Triage function is included here if performed by staff in this department. Ambulatory birthing centers are excluded. entral to all that California has to offer, Adventist Health Bakersfield has been providing an extraordinary team of world-class physicians, top-notch medical technology, caring professionals and award-winning quality since 1910. We are comprised of a 254-bed acute care hospital and 20 primary and specialty care medical offices. As one of America’s fastest growing cities, Bakersfield offers affordable housing on the West Coast, beautiful weather, high-quality education and it is just a few hours away from Yosemite and Sequoia National Parks, the Central California Coast and Southern California’s great sports, theaters, concerts and amusement parks. Job Summary: Delivers coordinated nursing care for a patient or an assigned group of patients according to established standards of care and the nursing process. Supervises and directs the activities of various levels of assigned nursing staff, and coordinates care with other disciplines while utilizing critical thinking, professional and supervisory discretion, and independent judgment. Job Requirements: Education and Work Experience: Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN): Preferred Acute care facility experience: Preferred Licenses/Certifications: Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in the state of practice: Required Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) or Basic Life Support (BLS OR HS-BLS OR RQIBLS) certification: Required Essential Functions: Collects relevant data pertinent to the patient?s health or situation. Analyzes the assessment data in determining diagnosis and care issues. Develops a plan that prescribes interventions to attain outcomes. Implements the plan, coordinates care delivery, and employs strategies to promote health and a safe environment. Evaluates progress toward attaining outcomes. Identifies outcomes for the patient or the patient?s situation. Collaborates with the team of patient, family, and healthcare providers in providing patient care in a safe, healing, humane, and caring environment. Provides learning opportunities for patients/family members and team members. Directly provides health information to patients, families, and treatment team. Participates in discharge planning in order to provide continuity of care. Delegates appropriately and coordinates duties of healthcare team members. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
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Registered Nurse – Intensive Care – ICU
  • Bakersfield, California – 93301
  • 12 N,
  • January 6, 2025
  • 13
$2,321 to $2,557
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding unit is looking for the right RN to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Statistics on RN Travel Jobs in Bakersfield, CA

View helpful statistics based on historical data about RN travel jobs in and near Bakersfield. This data is based on the last three months of RN job postings in and around Bakersfield. Our statistics are updated regularly, which means you can find the most accurate Registered Nurse job salary trends, the types of shifts, and common contract durations available in Bakersfield and more. Find out more about travel nursing salaries here.

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FAQs About Registered Nurse Jobs in Bakersfield, California

On average, how much does an RN travel nurse make in Bakersfield?

A Registered Nurse in Bakersfield can make an average of $2,217 per week.
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What hospitals and healthcare facilities have Registered Nurse staff in or around Bakersfield?

  • Kaiser Permanente – Lancaster Medical Office Building in Lancaster (69.2 miles from Bakersfield)
  • RadNet Central California – Hanford Imaging in Hanford (75.1 miles from Bakersfield)
  • Bakersfield PACE by IIH in Bakersfield (3 miles from Bakersfield)
  • Erick Madrigal MD MBA Inc. in Porterville (48.9 miles from Bakersfield)
  • Comprehensive Blood and Cancer Center in Bakersfield (3.3 miles from Bakersfield)
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Historically, what is the most common contract length for Registered Nurse travel job in Bakersfield?

Based on recent travel nursing agencies data, the most common duration for a Registered Nurse job in Bakersfield is 13.
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How many travel Registered Nurse jobs are available in Bakersfield currently?

There are currently 18 Registered Nurse travel jobs available in Bakersfield. We also get new jobs daily, so be sure to apply now and a recruiter will help you find the perfect fit as jobs become available.
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How much does a night shift Registered Nurse make on average in Bakersfield and nearby cities?

A: 12 Hour Night shift Registered Nurse in Bakersfield can make an average of $2,137 per week based on recent job availability and travel nurse salary data.
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What shifts are most common for RN travel jobs near Bakersfield?

Based on the last 6 months of data, 12 Hour Night shifts were the most common in Bakersfield and surrounding areas.
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How much does a day shift Registered Nurse make on average in Bakersfield and nearby cities?

A: 12 Hour Day shift Registered Nurse in Bakersfield can make an average of $2,092 per week based on recent job availability.
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What are the top paying Registered Nurse jobs available in or near Bakersfield currently?

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Locating RN Travel Nursing Jobs in Bakersfield

Facilities like Kaiser Permanente – Lancaster Medical Office Building, RadNet Central California – Hanford Imaging and Bakersfield PACE by IIH in Bakersfield all offer RN departments. It’s an amazing city to work in and is close to neighborhoods like Fort Roosevelt (zip code 93232), Tara Mobile Estates (zip code 93230) and Bel Air Mobile Home Park (zip code 93232).

Other popular cities near Bakersfield for RN job opportunities are Taft (29.4 miles), Delano (30.2 miles), and Tehachapi (36.2 miles). These nearby zip codes often have opportunities: 93305 (3 miles), 93215 (29.6 miles), and 93257 (48.9 miles).

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Bakersfield Hospitals

In Bakersfield there are 5 hospitals & healthcare facilities with RN staff. See what types of shifts, contract durations, job specialties, and nearby neighborhoods each facility might offer to help you find your next RN travel nursing position in or nearby Bakersfield.

Adventist Health Bakersfield
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 10 E, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12, 13, 20, 10, 7, 4, 25, 11, 8, and 26
Departments
Cath Lab Cath Lab Emergency Room Intensive Care Unit Labor & Delivery Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Operating Room Operating Room Post Anesthesia Care Unit Postpartum Telemetry
Address
2615 Chester Ave.
Bakersfield, CA 93301
Nearby Neighborhoods
Kern (93305), Landco (93302), East Bakersfield (93305), Kayandee (93307), Kern City (93309)
Bakersfield Memorial Hospital
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
19, 16, 13, 18, and 28
Departments
Cardiovascular Operating Room Case Manager Cath Lab Cath Lab Emergency Room Emergency Room First Assist Intensive Care Unit Interventional Radiology Labor & Delivery Medical Surgical Nurse Manager Operating Room Operating Room Outpatient Pediatric Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Post Anesthesia Care Unit Postpartum Telemetry
Address
420 34th Street
Bakersfield, CA 93301
Nearby Neighborhoods
Kern (93305), East Bakersfield (93305), Kayandee (93307), Landco (93302), Kern City (93309)
Delano Regional Medical Center
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12 and 13
Departments
Intensive Care Unit Labor & Delivery Operating Room Operating Room Operating Room Post Anesthesia Care Unit Postpartum
Address
1401 Garces Hwy
Delano, CA 93215
Nearby Neighborhoods
Delano Mobile Home Park (93216), Cypress Gardens Mobile Home Community (93215)
* Estimate of payments is intended for informational purposes and includes hourly wages, as well as reimbursements for meal & incidental expenses and housing expenses incurred on behalf of the Company. Please speak with a recruiter for additional details.