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Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry - $2,525 per week

First Connect Health

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • $2,525 Per Week

Highlights

Patient population includes acute and chronic medical conditions, postoperative patients, bariatric surgery, total joint procedures, and stroke patients. ✅ Flexibility & Choice: Whether you're seeking short-term assignments, long-term contracts, or local opportunities, we provide the flexibility to suit your preferences.

Numbers & Facts

LocationBakersfield, CA

Description

First Connect Health is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Bakersfield, California.

Job Description & Requirements

  • Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
  • Discipline: RN
  • Start Date: 11/09/2026
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • 36 hours per week
  • Shift: 12 hours, days
  • Employment Type: Travel

RN – Med Surg/Telemetry

Role

  • Location: Bakersfield, CA
  • Start Date: October 26, 2026
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • Shift: Days, 12-hour shifts (7:00 AM–7:30 PM)
  • Hours: 36 hours per week

Required Qualifications

  • Minimum 3 years of RN experience
  • Active California RN license required for submission
  • BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
  • Must be able to read and interpret all cardiac rhythms
  • Cerner experience preferred; confirm whether experience is recent

Unit Details

  • Unit: Mixed Medical-Surgical/Telemetry
  • Care Setting: Acute Care
  • Beds: 39 (37 private rooms and 1 semi-private room)
  • Patient Ratios:
    • Telemetry: 1:4
    • Medical-Surgical: 1:5
    • Mixed assignments may include both Medical-Surgical and Telemetry patients
  • Charting System: Cerner
  • Telemetry: Philips
  • Respiratory Therapy: Available 24/7
  • Pharmacy: Available 24/7
  • CPAP/BiPAP support available through Respiratory Therapy

Schedule

  • 12-hour day shifts, 7:00 AM–7:30 PM
  • 36 hours per week
  • Every other weekend (EOW); 4 weekend shifts per 4-week schedule
  • Holiday rotation: 1 major and 1 minor holiday
  • Orientation: 12 hours, with typically 1–2 unit-specific orientation shifts; may extend to 3 shifts depending on Cerner experience

Floating

  • First to float.
  • May float to other Medical-Surgical/Telemetry units.
  • May float between Mercy Hospital Southwest and Mercy Hospital Bakersfield.
  • May float to the ICU for Medical-Surgical patients or to the ER for Medical-Surgical/Telemetry holds, depending on staffing needs.

Clinical / Operational Notes

  • Fast-paced, high-turnover unit with frequent admissions and discharges.
  • Patient population includes acute and chronic medical conditions, postoperative patients, bariatric surgery, total joint procedures, and stroke patients.
  • Must be comfortable caring for bariatric and total joint patients.
  • Non-titratable drips and set-rate Cardizem, Amiodarone, and Heparin drips.
  • House supervisor available in-house 24/7.
  • Hospitalist or intensivist available in-house, with on-call coverage after hours.
  • Charge nurse, break nurse, and shift manager coverage varies by shift.
  • CNAs available based on census.
  • No IV team.
  • Scrubs and scrub jackets must be navy blue. Undershirts must be navy, white, or black.
  • Strict attendance expectations; punctuality for shifts and morning huddles is essential.
  • Block scheduling is not guaranteed.
  • Patient safety standards are strictly enforced.

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About First Connect Health

At First Connect Health, we take pride in being a Joint Commission–certified healthcare staffing agency, headquartered in Newark, New Jersey. This prestigious certification is more than just a seal — it's a reflection of our commitment to excellence, safety, and quality in everything we do.

By meeting the rigorous standards set by The Joint Commission, one of the most respected accrediting bodies in healthcare, we've demonstrated that our processes, compliance, and patient care standards are aligned with the highest levels of quality in the industry.

But our dedication goes beyond certifications. Nurses choose First Connect Health because:

  • ✅ Trust and Transparency: We foster honest communication, timely updates, and full transparency throughout your placement journey.
  • ✅ Best Pay & Benefits: We offer industry-leading compensation packages, along with benefits that support your career goals.
  • ✅ Flexibility & Choice: Whether you're seeking short-term assignments, long-term contracts, or local opportunities, we provide the flexibility to suit your preferences.
  • ✅ Personalized Support: Our recruiters take the time to understand your needs, guiding you with care, respect, and responsiveness at every step.

When you work with First Connect Health, you're not just another number — you're a valued professional. Join a team that’s focused on your success, your well-being, and your future in healthcare.

Benefits

  • Sick pay
  • 401k retirement plan
  • Weekly pay
  • Referral bonus

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