RN: Telemetry

Job Description:

This travel contract is for an experienced Registered Nurse supporting a 32-bed medical-surgical and telemetry unit in Bakersfield. You will care for patients with acute and chronic medical conditions, post-surgical needs including bariatric and total joint procedures, urology, gynecology, podiatry, general surgery, stroke, and potential oncology diagnoses. The role includes interpreting cardiac rhythms, managing set-rate drips, supporting patients using CPAP or BiPAP as ordered, and caring for a high volume of admissions and discharges. Expect 12-hour day shifts, structured shift huddles, bedside shift reporting, intentional hourly rounding, and a team-oriented setting where every shift has a clear rhythm of its own.

Weather:

Bakersfield typically offers dry, comfortable conditions with plenty of sunshine, mild daytime temperatures, and cooler evenings. The generally clear skies make it easy to enjoy outdoor activities before or after a shift.

Fun Things To Do:

• Arts and History: Explore the Kern County Museum and its historic buildings and exhibits.
• Wildlife and Nature: Visit the California Area Living Museum for regional wildlife and walking trails.
• Downtown Entertainment: Catch a performance or tour the historic Fox Theater.
• Day Trip: Spend a day hiking and sightseeing in Sequoia National Park.
• Day Trip: Visit Paso Robles for wine tasting, local dining, and scenic countryside.

Job Specifics:

City and State: Bakersfield, California

Shift: 12-hour days, 7:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Duration: 13 weeks, 36 hours per week