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Pediatric Registered Nurse
Bakersfield, California
Bakersfield Memorial Hospital

$2,396-2,807/week

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Pediatrics Travel Nurse Opportunity - Bakersfield, California

Job Details

Specialty: Pediatrics
Location: Bakersfield, California
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift Hours: 12-hour shifts (7:00 AM - 7:30 PM or 7:00 PM - 7:30 AM)
Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
Holiday Requirement: 2 major holidays
Unit Orientation: 4 shifts total (2 in Pediatrics, 1 in PICU, 1 in Burn Unit)
Patient Age Range: Up to 13 years old, including older developmentally challenged patients
Patient Types: Respiratory distress, appendectomy, dehydration, DKA, seizures, general surgeries
Floating: To PICU for low acuity and Burn ICU for appropriate pediatric care

Requirements

Experience: Minimum 3 years of Pediatric nursing experience
Certifications: Active BLS, PALS, and California nursing license
Prior Travel Experience: Required (No first-time travelers)
Skills: Must be able to start IVs and demonstrate strong clinical skills

Unit Information

Unit Type: Pediatrics with 24-hour pediatric hospitalists in-house
Nurse-to-Patient Ratio: 4:1 (day and night)
Charge RN: Yes (does not take patients)
Nurse Aides: Available based on census
EMR System: Cerner
Monitoring: Telemetry available, no dedicated tech
Ventilators: None on unit
Respiratory Therapist: Available 24/7
Pharmacy: Available 24/7
Call Status: May be placed on standby when census drops
Scrub Color: Navy
Breaks: One 30-minute clocked break and three 15-minute breaks per shift

Additional Notes

Use of Medfusion pumps
Nights, every other weekend, first to float

Facility

Bakersfield Memorial Hospital

3.9rating(43 reviews)

2 nurses recommend working with Bakersfield Memorial Hospital

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Short Term Acute Care
321 beds

ADDRESS420 34th StreetBakersfield, CA 93301

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About Bakersfield, CA

As a Travel Pediatric Nurse in Bakersfield, CA here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

Bakersfield's cost of living is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.

Weather

Summer average highs are around 95°F, and winter average lows are around 39°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are easy to find in Bakersfield, with many options available for furnished housing.

Transportation

Bakersfield is car-friendly, with a majority of residents relying on personal vehicles.
Public transportation options are available but may be limited compared to larger cities.

Demographics

Bakersfield has a diverse population with a wide age range.
Common health issues include respiratory conditions due to air quality concerns.
There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.

Things to Do

Bakersfield offers a variety of restaurants featuring local and international cuisines.
The city has a vibrant arts and music scene, with opportunities to enjoy live performances.
Sports enthusiasts can partake in local events and outdoor activities such as hiking and biking.

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