Travel ContractER RN
$2,814/week
ER RN
Eureka, CA
Bestica
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$2,814/weekPosted 2 days ago
Overview
- Start Date11/16/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration26 weeks
Pay
Estimated total pay
$2,814/week- Estimated taxable pay$1,302/week
- Estimated non-taxable stipends$1,512/week
Benefits
- Referral bonus
Description
Assignment Highlights
- Location: Eureka, California
- Start Date: November 16, 2026
- Contract Length: 26 weeks
- Shift: Nights | 3 × 12-hour shifts (6:00 PM – 6:00 AM)
- Weekend Requirement: 3 shifts out of every 6
- Patient Ratio: 1:4
- Average Daily Census: 105
- Daily Patient Visits: Approximately 135
- Department: Emergency Department
- Orientation: 40 hours
- First-Time Travelers: Accepted
- Travel Experience: Not required
🩺 Your Role
- Provide emergency nursing care to adult and pediatric patients.
- Assess and manage patients with acute illnesses, injuries, and trauma.
- Care for patients with cardiac, respiratory, neurological, and psychiatric emergencies.
- Perform triage, IV therapy, phlebotomy, and medication administration.
- Assist with emergency procedures, including intubation and procedural sedation.
- Monitor patients requiring cardiac monitoring, respiratory support, and emergency interventions.
- Provide care to patients in the Observation Unit, including ER hold patients.
- Follow infection prevention protocols and maintain accurate patient documentation.
✅ Required Qualifications
- Minimum 1 year of nursing experience.
- Active California RN license required; pending licenses are not accepted.
- Required Certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS, NIHSS, and TNCC.
- TNCC may be accepted as a screening condition if the candidate agrees to obtain it before the start date, subject to manager approval.
- Experience caring for both adult and pediatric patients.
- Ability to work night shifts and meet weekend requirements.
⭐ Preferred Qualifications
- Community hospital experience.
- ENPC certification.
- Experience with pediatric emergencies, trauma, respiratory emergencies, neurological conditions, and psychiatric patients.
- Experience with ventilated patients, chest tubes, IV vasopressors, procedural sedation, and cardiac dysrhythmias.
🏥 Department Details
- Patient Population: Neonates, infants, adolescents, adults, pediatrics, and geriatrics.
- Department Size: 20 rooms and 26 beds.
- Trauma Level: Level III.
- Additional Designation: Emergency Department Approved for Pediatrics (EDAP).
- Scrubs: Personal scrubs permitted; no prints.
- Float Requirement: Travelers will cover the Observation Unit for ER hold patients.
📋 Important Contract Requirements
- No more than 7 days of requested time off.
- Weekend coverage: 3 shifts out of every 6.
- California RN license must be active before submission.
- COVID-19 vaccination is not required by facility guidelines.
- TNCC must be obtained before the start date if accepted conditionally.
💙 Why Consider This Assignment?
- A 26-week travel nursing opportunity in beautiful Northern California.
- First-time travelers are welcome.
- Gain experience in a busy Emergency Department with adult and pediatric patients.
- Work with a multidisciplinary team supporting emergency and observation care.
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Employer
Bestica
3.9rating(22 reviews)
8 nurses recommend working with Bestica
Anonymous
Labor and Delivery (RN)
4.0rating
Pros
Steer clear of Bakersfield. These rates are laughable for the work load. 5k minimum.
Cons
None
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About
We are a trusted provider of solutions in Information Technology and Healthcare sectors to the DoD, Federal and Commercial markets. Our guiding principle and core values help us care for our people and the community; and build a culture of excellence which in turn helps us achieve our organizational objective of exceeding customer’s expectations in each and every project. Headquartered in San Antonio, TX, we were founded in 2005 and are certified as an 8(a) Business.
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About Eureka, CA
As a Travel Emergency Department Nurse in Eureka, CA here's what you should know:Cost of Living
- Slightly higher than the national average, primarily due to housing costs.
- Wages may not fully match up with the higher cost of living.
Weather
- Average summer highs of 63-64°F and winter lows of 40-43°F.
Furnished Housing
- Short term rentals are available, but may require some searching due to limited availability.
Transportation
- Car friendliness is high, with limited public transportation options.
Demographics
- Diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include respiratory conditions due to the coastal location.
- Eureka has a growing population of travel nurses.
Things to Do
- Eureka offers a variety of restaurants, especially known for seafood.
- The city has a vibrant arts scene, with galleries and live music venues.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy hiking, kayaking, and exploring the nearby redwood forests.
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