Travel Registered Nurse ICU Job
Bakersfield, CA
Contracted
Adventist - Bakersfield
Mid Level
Embark on a transformative journey as a Registered Nurse in ICU in Bakersfield, California, where every shift offers the opportunity to save lives, guide families through critical moments, and shape outcomes in a high-acuity environment. You will be the steady hand at the bedside, supervising ventilator support, titrating vasoactive meds, monitoring invasive lines, interpreting hemodynamics, and collaborating with physicians, respiratory therapists, pharmacists, and the care team to tailor precise, evidence-based plans. Beyond the bedside, imagine California’s beauty—the golden hills at sunrise, the Sierra Nevada, coastal escapes, and diverse communities that enrich your professional and personal life. This is more than a job—it’s a chance to serve with compassion while being inspired by a state that blends innovation, nature, and culture.
Bakersfield offers a vibrant yet approachable community with a supportive healthcare network, providing a stable base with access to outdoor recreation, concerts, markets, and culinary delights. You’ll enjoy a favorable cost of living, strong educational and cultural resources, and proximity to iconic escapes—from canyon trails to wine country. For travel nurses who relish variety, the program also presents opportunities to work across the U.S., expanding clinical exposure, sharpening adaptability, and growing your professional network while returning to your California base between assignments.
Role specifics and benefits: Your primary responsibilities include comprehensive ICU care for critically ill adults, continuous patient assessment, escalation of care, ventilator management, vasoactive infusions, sedation oversight, line surveillance, infection control, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to implement individualized plans. You’ll lead rounds, educate families, participate in quality improvement, and pursue growth within the specialty—from CCRN certification to mentoring new hires. Compensation reflects demand for critical care expertise, with weekly pay ranging from $1,931 to $2,043 for assignments measured in weeks. The program includes a signing bonus, housing assistance, and potential extension opportunities. A dedicated 24/7 support team is available to assist you while traveling with the company, covering clinical questions and logistics so you can focus on patient care.
Company values: We are committed to empowering nursing staff by providing clear career pathways, ongoing education, mentorship, and a respectful, inclusive culture that recognizes your expertise. Our team emphasizes patient-centered care, readiness to collaborate, and a supportive environment where you can thrive professionally and personally, knowing you have resources to advance in the ICU.
Call to action: If you’re ready to apply, seize an opportunity to join a company that values your clinical excellence and professional development. This ICU role in Bakersfield with potential U.S. placements offers meaningful patient impact, competitive compensation, comprehensive support, and growth pathways. Note: The hours and pay rates listed are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and guaranteed hours will be confirmed during the hiring process.
Bakersfield offers a vibrant yet approachable community with a supportive healthcare network, providing a stable base with access to outdoor recreation, concerts, markets, and culinary delights. You’ll enjoy a favorable cost of living, strong educational and cultural resources, and proximity to iconic escapes—from canyon trails to wine country. For travel nurses who relish variety, the program also presents opportunities to work across the U.S., expanding clinical exposure, sharpening adaptability, and growing your professional network while returning to your California base between assignments.
Role specifics and benefits: Your primary responsibilities include comprehensive ICU care for critically ill adults, continuous patient assessment, escalation of care, ventilator management, vasoactive infusions, sedation oversight, line surveillance, infection control, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to implement individualized plans. You’ll lead rounds, educate families, participate in quality improvement, and pursue growth within the specialty—from CCRN certification to mentoring new hires. Compensation reflects demand for critical care expertise, with weekly pay ranging from $1,931 to $2,043 for assignments measured in weeks. The program includes a signing bonus, housing assistance, and potential extension opportunities. A dedicated 24/7 support team is available to assist you while traveling with the company, covering clinical questions and logistics so you can focus on patient care.
Company values: We are committed to empowering nursing staff by providing clear career pathways, ongoing education, mentorship, and a respectful, inclusive culture that recognizes your expertise. Our team emphasizes patient-centered care, readiness to collaborate, and a supportive environment where you can thrive professionally and personally, knowing you have resources to advance in the ICU.
Call to action: If you’re ready to apply, seize an opportunity to join a company that values your clinical excellence and professional development. This ICU role in Bakersfield with potential U.S. placements offers meaningful patient impact, competitive compensation, comprehensive support, and growth pathways. Note: The hours and pay rates listed are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and guaranteed hours will be confirmed during the hiring process.
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About TLC Nursing
TLC Nursing is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency pairing RNs, LPNs, CNAs, and Allied Health professionals with high-quality travel and local contracts across the U.S.
ShiftShield™ – Traveler Protection
ShiftShield™ protects travelers from preventable facility-driven cancellations and ensures fair compensation for schedule disruptions.
Why Travelers Choose TLC
- Competitive weekly pay
- Fast credentialing
- 24/7 recruiter & clinical support
- Nationwide assignments
Referral Bonus
Earn up to $1,000 per referral — no employment required.
EEO Statement
TLC Nursing is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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