ICU/CCU/Critical Care RN in Bakersfield, California
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Bakersfield, CA
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,215/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 28, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $61.53
- Weekly
- $2,215
- Yearly (full-time)
- $115,180
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $61.53/hour — 9% 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
- 2,331 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in California from 7 agencies, 69 of them in Bakersfield.
- Pay in these listings: $20.00 – $229/hour, median $65.20/hour.
- Typical Registered Nurse (RN) pay in California: $67.44/hour ($140,275/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: AHS Staffing ($72.35/hour across 434 jobs).
Job description
Job Description:
Take your nursing expertise to Bakersfield on a 13-week travel assignment providing coordinated care for an assigned patient group. You will follow established standards and the nursing process, use critical thinking and independent judgment, supervise assigned nursing staff, and coordinate care with other disciplines. This night-shift role offers a structured schedule with 36 hours per week and the opportunity to experience California’s southern Central Valley between shifts.
Weather:
Bakersfield typically offers mild, comfortable days and cool evenings around this time of year, with generally dry conditions and plenty of sunshine for exploring the area.
Fun Things To Do:
• Downtown Bakersfield: Explore local restaurants, shops, arts venues, and entertainment.
• Kern County Museum: Discover regional history through historic buildings and exhibits.
• Sequoia National Park: Take a day trip to see towering sequoias, mountain scenery, and scenic trails.
• Los Angeles: Spend a day exploring museums, neighborhoods, dining, and entertainment in the city.
• Hart Memorial Park: Enjoy hiking, picnicking, and outdoor recreation near the foothills.
Job Specifics:
City and State: Bakersfield, California
Shift: Nights
Duration: 13 weeks
Hours: 36 hours per week
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