Travel Registered Nurse ER Job
Bakersfield, CA
Contracted
Adventist - Bakersfield
Mid Level
Step into the front lines of emergency care as a Traveling Registered Nurse (ER) in Bakersfield, California, and feel the immediate impact of your expertise on patients when every second counts. This immersive travel opportunity is designed for ER professionals who bring speed, precision, and compassionate leadership to chaotic, high-stakes environments. You will triage, stabilize, and treat a diverse patient population, coordinating with physicians, techs, and support teams to deliver timely, evidence-based care. From recognizing subtle changes in a patient’s condition to executing advanced interventions, your skills will elevate the standard of care across shifts that demand resilience and clinical excellence. If you’re motivated by challenging cases, rapid learning, and the chance to mentor others while advancing your own practice, this role is tailored for you. Start Date: 02/02/2026. Duration: Weeks. Weekly pay: $1,889-$1,979. Guaranteed Hours: 0.0. The hours and pay rates listed are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and guaranteed hours will be confirmed during the hiring process.
California is more than a backdrop; it’s a catalyst for your well-being and professional growth. Bakersfield provides a vibrant healthcare community with a robust network of hospitals and urgent care facilities, offering you exposure to a wide spectrum of ED presentations—from trauma and acute care to pediatric and geriatric emergencies. You’ll have the opportunity to work in different facilities across the state and across the country, broadening your clinical repertoire and expanding your professional peers. When you’re not on shift, Bakersfield’s location puts you within reach of outdoor adventures, from the foothills of the Sierra to nearby rivers and subregions famed for outdoor recreation. You’ll also experience a city with a growing culinary scene, cultural events, and a welcoming atmosphere that supports work-life balance as you navigate demanding weeks.
Location Benefits:
- Work in Bakersfield, a central and accessible hub within California’s healthcare landscape, with strong hospital teams and patient-centered care models.
- Enjoy the chance to rotate to partner facilities across the U.S., expanding your clinical exposure, network, and resume with diverse patient populations and emergency protocols.
- Benefit from the flexibility travel nursing provides to immerse yourself in new communities, while maintaining a stable, supportive employer behind you.
- The surrounding region’s natural beauty and easy access to California’s varied landscapes offer restorative off-duty experiences that renew focus and resilience after intense shifts.
Role Specifics and Benefits:
- Core responsibilities include rapid assessment, triage acuity scoring, procedural interventions appropriate to ER settings, administration of medications per physician orders, IV starts, wound care, imaging preps, catheterization assistance, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to formulate discharge plans. You’ll document meticulously, communicate clearly with families, and advocate for patient safety at every turn.
- This assignment emphasizes professional growth: exposure to trauma protocols, evolving emergency procedures, and opportunities to enhance critical care competencies. Expect hands-on practice that strengthens decision-making under pressure, leadership in fast-moving teams, and potential pathway developments toward specialty certifications.
- Competitive benefits include a signing or completion bonus, housing assistance or stipends, and the potential for contract extensions to align with your career goals. The role supports ongoing education and competency refreshers, with access to resources that help you maintain and expand your ED skill set.
- Comprehensive support is a hallmark of this program. You’ll have 24/7 assistance from a dedicated travel healthcare team, credentialing and onboarding support, and continuous operational help from placement specialists to smooth transitions between facilities and shifts.
- The assignment is designed for flexible engagement. While guaranteed hours are not guaranteed (0.0), you’ll have a structured, predictable weekly pay range, and assignment extensions are common for nurses who demonstrate clinical excellence, reliability, and teamwork.
- You’ll be working within a culture that prioritizes wellness, ongoing mentorship, and empowerment. Our company values your expertise, respects your autonomy, and fosters a supportive environment where your clinical voice can influence practice improvements and patient outcomes.
Company Values:
- We are committed to empowering our staff to grow within their specialties, with clear pathways for advancement and access to leadership opportunities.
- We cultivate a supportive, collaborative culture where nurses are heard, respected, and equipped with the resources they need to deliver exceptional care.
- Our priority is your professional development, safety, and satisfaction, because we believe that your well-being directly enhances patient outcomes.
Call to Action:
If you’re ready to bring your ER expertise to a program that recognizes your critical role and invests in your career, apply today. Join a company that values your contribution, offers meaningful growth opportunities, and stands beside you as you deliver compassionate, high-quality emergency care across dynamic settings. Ready to elevate your travel nursing experience and make a lasting impact in Bakersfield and beyond? Your next chapter starts here.
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.
California is more than a backdrop; it’s a catalyst for your well-being and professional growth. Bakersfield provides a vibrant healthcare community with a robust network of hospitals and urgent care facilities, offering you exposure to a wide spectrum of ED presentations—from trauma and acute care to pediatric and geriatric emergencies. You’ll have the opportunity to work in different facilities across the state and across the country, broadening your clinical repertoire and expanding your professional peers. When you’re not on shift, Bakersfield’s location puts you within reach of outdoor adventures, from the foothills of the Sierra to nearby rivers and subregions famed for outdoor recreation. You’ll also experience a city with a growing culinary scene, cultural events, and a welcoming atmosphere that supports work-life balance as you navigate demanding weeks.
Location Benefits:
- Work in Bakersfield, a central and accessible hub within California’s healthcare landscape, with strong hospital teams and patient-centered care models.
- Enjoy the chance to rotate to partner facilities across the U.S., expanding your clinical exposure, network, and resume with diverse patient populations and emergency protocols.
- Benefit from the flexibility travel nursing provides to immerse yourself in new communities, while maintaining a stable, supportive employer behind you.
- The surrounding region’s natural beauty and easy access to California’s varied landscapes offer restorative off-duty experiences that renew focus and resilience after intense shifts.
Role Specifics and Benefits:
- Core responsibilities include rapid assessment, triage acuity scoring, procedural interventions appropriate to ER settings, administration of medications per physician orders, IV starts, wound care, imaging preps, catheterization assistance, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to formulate discharge plans. You’ll document meticulously, communicate clearly with families, and advocate for patient safety at every turn.
- This assignment emphasizes professional growth: exposure to trauma protocols, evolving emergency procedures, and opportunities to enhance critical care competencies. Expect hands-on practice that strengthens decision-making under pressure, leadership in fast-moving teams, and potential pathway developments toward specialty certifications.
- Competitive benefits include a signing or completion bonus, housing assistance or stipends, and the potential for contract extensions to align with your career goals. The role supports ongoing education and competency refreshers, with access to resources that help you maintain and expand your ED skill set.
- Comprehensive support is a hallmark of this program. You’ll have 24/7 assistance from a dedicated travel healthcare team, credentialing and onboarding support, and continuous operational help from placement specialists to smooth transitions between facilities and shifts.
- The assignment is designed for flexible engagement. While guaranteed hours are not guaranteed (0.0), you’ll have a structured, predictable weekly pay range, and assignment extensions are common for nurses who demonstrate clinical excellence, reliability, and teamwork.
- You’ll be working within a culture that prioritizes wellness, ongoing mentorship, and empowerment. Our company values your expertise, respects your autonomy, and fosters a supportive environment where your clinical voice can influence practice improvements and patient outcomes.
Company Values:
- We are committed to empowering our staff to grow within their specialties, with clear pathways for advancement and access to leadership opportunities.
- We cultivate a supportive, collaborative culture where nurses are heard, respected, and equipped with the resources they need to deliver exceptional care.
- Our priority is your professional development, safety, and satisfaction, because we believe that your well-being directly enhances patient outcomes.
Call to Action:
If you’re ready to bring your ER expertise to a program that recognizes your critical role and invests in your career, apply today. Join a company that values your contribution, offers meaningful growth opportunities, and stands beside you as you deliver compassionate, high-quality emergency care across dynamic settings. Ready to elevate your travel nursing experience and make a lasting impact in Bakersfield and beyond? Your next chapter starts here.
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.
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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
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