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
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:
Join a 13-week travel nursing assignment in Bakersfield, California, providing coordinated nursing care for an assigned patient or group of patients. You will follow established standards of care and the nursing process, supervise assigned nursing staff, coordinate services with other disciplines, and use professional judgment to guide care decisions. This day-shift contract offers a consistent 36-hour weekly schedule while giving you the opportunity to experience Central California beyond the facility.
Weather:
Bakersfield typically offers comfortable daytime temperatures, plenty of sunshine, and cooler evenings around this time of year. The generally dry conditions make it easy to enjoy outdoor activities and explore the surrounding region.
Fun Things To Do:
• California Area Living Museum: Explore regional wildlife exhibits and outdoor displays.
• Kern County Museum: Discover local history through historic buildings and exhibits.
• Fox Theater: Catch a performance or admire the historic downtown venue.
• Sequoia National Park Day Trip: Visit towering sequoias, mountain scenery, and scenic trails.
• Los Angeles Day Trip: Enjoy museums, entertainment, dining, and coastal attractions.
Job Specifics:
City and State: Bakersfield, California
Shift: Days
Duration: 36 hours per week for 13 weeks
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