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Travel ICU Nurse - Bakersfield, California

Job Details

Specialty: ICU
Discipline: Registered Nurse (RN)
Location: Bakersfield, California
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

A hospital in California is seeking an experienced ICU nurse for a travel contract. The ICU unit has 20 beds with nurse-to-patient ratios of 1:1 or 1:2. The unit uses Cerner EMR and has 24/7 respiratory therapy and pharmacy support. Nurses may be floated to ER, Telemetry, or Med Surg units and may work across two campuses.

Work Schedule & Environment

Shifts: 7 AM and 7 PM
Weekend Requirement: 4 weekend shifts per 4 weeks
Holidays: One major and two minor holidays at Christmas (eves considered minor)
Orientation: Minimum 2 shifts on floor plus 1 shift for Cerner EMR
Scrub Color: Navy Blue
Call: Possible if staffing is reduced
Floating: May float to sister facility and other units; night shift requires minimum 2 years ICU experience
Common Patient Diagnoses: Neuro, radical cancer surgeries, abdominal cases, urology, CVA, TPA, respiratory failure, sepsis, oncology patients
Ventilator Management: Respiratory therapists manage vents; nurses troubleshoot

Required Qualifications

Valid RN license in California
Minimum 2 years ICU nursing experience, including ICU experience within the last year
Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications

Additional Notes

Night shift nurses must have at least 2 years ICU experience for both campuses
Nurses will primarily work both campuses but mid-shift floating is rare
Hospitalist or Intensivist coverage is not 24/7 on-site but available on call starting 24/7 coverage

Certifications

BLS
ACLS
NIHSS

This position does not explicitly require prior travel experience.

Facility

Mercy Hospital Downtown

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Short Term Acute Care
222 beds

ADDRESS2215 Truxtun AvenueBakersfield, CA 93301

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About Bakersfield, CA

As a Travel Intensive Care Unit 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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