OR RN in Bakersfield, California
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Bakersfield, CA
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,914/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 29, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $72.85
- Weekly
- $2,914
- Yearly (full-time)
- $151,528
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $72.85/hour — 8% above 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, 40 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
- 2,369 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in California from 7 agencies, 70 of them in Bakersfield.
- Pay in these listings: $20.00 – $229/hour, median $65.00/hour.
- Typical Registered Nurse (RN) pay in California: $67.44/hour ($140,275/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: AHS Staffing ($72.10/hour across 432 jobs).
Job description
Job Description:
This travel nursing assignment in Bakersfield supports acutely ill patients through comprehensive assessment, care planning, treatment implementation, and evaluation. You will coordinate with physicians, advanced practice providers, patients, families, and the broader care team while responding quickly to changes in patient condition. The schedule features 10-hour weekday shifts, with start times determined by department staffing needs, plus rotating overnight and weekend call responsibilities. It is a focused opportunity to bring sound clinical judgment and compassionate, hands-on care to a California assignment.
Weather:
Bakersfield typically offers bright, dry days with comfortable temperatures and cooler evenings during this time of year. The generally sunny conditions make it easy to enjoy outdoor activities after a shift.
Fun Things To Do:
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Local Leisure: Explore Bakersfield’s parks, walking paths, and outdoor spaces.
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Arts and Culture: Visit local museums, galleries, and cultural attractions.
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Food and Entertainment: Sample local restaurants and enjoy live entertainment around the city.
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Day Trip: Take a scenic drive to the nearby mountains for hiking, sightseeing, and fresh air.
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Day Trip: Plan a day of exploring nearby communities, local shops, and regional outdoor destinations.
Job Specifics:
Location: Bakersfield, California
Shift: 10-hour weekday shifts, Monday through Friday; start time is either 6:45 AM–5:00 PM or 9:00 AM–7:00 PM based on department staffing needs. Rotating call includes one overnight call during a 1–2-week period and one 12-hour weekend call during a 6-week rotation.
Duration: 13 weeks at 40 hours per week, approximately 520 scheduled hours total.
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