Telemetry RN in Bakersfield, California
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Bakersfield, CA
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,159/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 15, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $59.97
- Weekly
- $2,159
- Yearly (full-time)
- $112,268
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $59.97/hour — 11% 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
- 2,040 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in California from 7 agencies, 62 of them in Bakersfield.
- Pay in these listings: $17.79 – $152/hour, median $65.81/hour.
- Typical Registered Nurse (RN) pay in California: $67.44/hour ($140,275/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: AHS Staffing ($73.03/hour across 357 jobs).
Job description
Join this engaging 13-week assignment in Bakersfield, CA, where you'll be working exclusively night shifts on a 12-hour schedule. This position offers a chance to collaborate with a warm and welcoming team on a unit that handles a diverse mix of surgical, medical, and tele patients, including post-surgical recoveries, bariatrics, total joints, urology, GYN, and oncology cases. Ideal for experienced RNs comfortable with cardiac rhythms, set-rate drips, and an environment that values evidence-based practices, this role provides a balanced work-life dynamic and the opportunity to shine in a fast-paced setting without the need for drip titration.
Weather:
The weather around this time of year in Bakersfield is typically mild and sunny, with warm daytime temperatures and cool evenings, creating a pleasant climate for outdoor activities.
Fun Things To Do:
- City Park: Relax or have a picnic in the spacious green areas of Bakersfield's central park.
- Tehachapi Loop Day Trip: Take a scenic drive to explore the historic railroad looping in the nearby mountains.
- California Living Museum (CALM): Discover native wildlife and learn about local ecosystems.
- Stockdale Reservoir: Enjoy birdwatching or a leisurely walk along the waterfront.
- Sequoia National Forest: Venture on a day trip to see giant trees and alpine scenery.
Job Specifics:
Location: Bakersfield, CA
Shift: 12-hour nights, 36 hours per week
Duration: 13 weeks
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