Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department
Bakersfield, CA
Integrated Healthcare Services
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Title: RN-ER

Location: Kern Medical Center, California

Contract Length: Not specified

Job Summary: Under the supervision of a nurse leader, the RN-ER independently prescribes, delegates, and coordinates nursing care for acutely ill patients. The role involves performing the nursing process through assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of safe, therapeutic care. The RN-ER adheres to the ANA Scope and Standards of Practice, ANA Code of Ethics, and California Nurse Practice Act. Responsibilities include creating a compassionate environment, collecting and interpreting patient data, developing individualized care plans, implementing medical and nursing orders, and ensuring quality care through adherence to therapeutic standards and evidence-based practices.

Required Qualifications:

• 3 years of experience.
• Valid and unrestricted State of California Registered Nurse License (RN License).
• NIHSS certification.
• Current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider certifications:
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) card.
  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) card.
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) card.
• Compliance with all health requirements designated by Kern Medical Center.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Graduation from an accredited registered nursing program with a bachelor’s or associate degree.

Additional Information:

• Knowledge of advanced nursing theory, techniques, and practices.
• Familiarity with medical terminology, instruments, equipment, and the effects of medicines and narcotics.
• Depending on assignment, incumbents may be required to possess and maintain specific certificates of competency as a condition of employment.