Travel Nurse RN - Emergency Room (ER) / Trauma - $70 to $76 per hour in Bakersfield, CA

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RN - Emergency Room

Location: Bakersfield, California

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Nights, 12-hour shifts (7:00 PM - 7:00 AM), rotating weekends (4 weekend shifts per month)

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $76 per hour

About United Health Care Staffing

At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Provide emergency nursing care to a diverse patient population including adults and pediatrics
• Perform triage and manage patient flow in a high-volume ER with approximately 325 visits per day
• Collaborate with physicians, mid-levels, and techs to deliver efficient, compassionate care
• Manage own ER holds and provide procedural sedation as needed
• Float between Adult and Peds ER based on patient needs
• Utilize Cerner EMR and Philips telemetry for accurate documentation and monitoring

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of ER experience required
• No first-time travelers - must have prior travel experience
• Experience with both adult and pediatric emergency populations (approx 50% pediatric)
• BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NIHSS certifications required
• Triage experience is a must
• Willing to float within the ER department

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong skills in emergency nursing, including trauma, STEMI, stroke, and pediatric emergencies
• Proficiency with Cerner electronic medical records
• Ability to interpret cardiac rhythms and EKGs
• Effective communication and teamwork in a fast-paced environment
• Comfortable with high patient volumes and rapid decision-making

Benefits

• Generous housing stipend
• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
• 401K retirement savings plan
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off to recharge
• Travel reimbursement
• Licensure assistance & reimbursement
• Referral bonus program
• A supportive team that values YOU

Travel Perks: Explore Bakersfield, California

Explore the vibrant city of Bakersfield - enjoy local dining, outdoor activities at the Kern River, and weekend trips to Sequoia National Park or Los Angeles. Experience California's Central Valley with its rich culture and proximity to stunning natural attractions.

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