NICU RN in Bakersfield, California
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Bakersfield, CA
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,335/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 27, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $64.86
- Weekly
- $2,335
- Yearly (full-time)
- $121,420
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $64.86/hour — 4% below the median for Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in California ($67.44/hour). The total includes tax-free housing and meal stipends, which staff jobs don't pay, so take-home pay is usually higher than the hourly figure suggests.
Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 36 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in California right now
- 2,154 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in California from 7 agencies, 64 of them in Bakersfield.
- Pay in these listings: $17.79 – $152/hour, median $65.00/hour.
- Typical Registered Nurse (RN) pay in California: $67.44/hour ($140,275/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: AHS Staffing ($73.41/hour across 363 jobs).
Job description
Job Description
Take your nursing expertise to Bakersfield on a 13-week travel healthcare contract. In this role, you will deliver coordinated nursing care for an assigned patient or group of patients, following established standards and the nursing process. You will also supervise and direct assigned nursing staff, coordinate care with other disciplines, and use critical thinking, professional discretion, and independent judgment throughout each shift. This day-shift assignment offers a structured schedule and the opportunity to step into a meaningful leadership role while experiencing a new California destination.
Weather
Bakersfield typically offers sunny, dry conditions around this time of year, with comfortable to warm daytime temperatures and cooler evenings. The generally clear skies make it easy to enjoy outdoor activities after work or on days off.
Fun Things To Do
• Local attraction: Explore the Kern County Museum and learn about the area’s regional history.
• Arts and culture: Visit the Bakersfield Museum of Art for rotating exhibitions and local creative work.
• Outdoor outing: Spend an afternoon at the California Area Living Museum, featuring native wildlife and natural habitats.
• Day trip: Head into Sequoia National Forest for scenic drives, hiking, and towering trees.
• Day trip: Explore Los Padres National Forest for mountain scenery, trails, and open-air relaxation.
Job Specifics
Location: Bakersfield, California
Shift: Days
Schedule: 36 hours per week
Duration: 13 weeks
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