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 10, 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
- 2,041 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 a challenging yet rewarding travel assignment in Bakersfield, CA, working on the telemetry unit with 31 beds, including private and semi-private rooms. This 13-week contract involves 12-hour night shifts, providing an immersive experience in a fast-paced environment where you'll interpret cardiac rhythms, assist with post-pacer patients, and monitor high-acuity cases such as stroke, TBI, and sepsis. Your expertise with Cerner EMR and certifications in BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS will be essential to navigating this role. The setting offers opportunities to collaborate with hospitalists and intensivists and be a vital part of a skilled nursing team, with shifts scheduled from 7 PM to 7:30 AM.
Weather:
Expect generally mild and warm weather around this time of year, with plenty of sunny days perfect for enjoying outdoor activities after shifts.
Fun Things To Do:
- Visit the California Living Museum – a zoo featuring native animals and plants.
- Explore the majestic Sierra Nevada for a scenic day trip with hiking and breathtaking views.
- Tour the historic Kern County Museum and learn about local history.
- Enjoy a relaxing day at Lake Ming, ideal for picnics and boating.
- Take a short drive to Tehachapi and experience mountain views, wineries, and quaint shops.
Job Specifics:
Location: Bakersfield, CA
Shift: 12-hour nights, 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM
Duration: 13 weeks
Weekly Hours: 36 hours
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