ICU Travel Nurse Job in Bakersfield, CA | Evenings (3x12)
Adventist Health Bakersfield
Bakersfield, CA
Open
Posted 5 days ago
· apply early
Travel RN
ICU Nurse in Bakersfield, CA
Weekly Pay
This pay combines taxable wages and tax-free stipends. For a full, transparent breakdown, submit the "I'm Interested" form, & a recruiter will send you the details.
$2,520
Specialty
ICU
Travel · RN
Shift
Evenings
3×12 hrs
Start Date
10/26
Flexible
Contract
13 wks
Renewable
Have a question about this job?
This ICU travel nurse job in Bakersfield, California, with Advantis Medical is a 13-week Travel ICU Registered Nurse (RN) contract at Adventist Health Bakersfield. This role pays $2,520 per week and follows a Evenings shift with a 3x12 schedule. Read more
Job Details
- Facility: Adventist Health Bakersfield
-
Location: Bakersfield, CA 93301 Explore the area! See our local guide further down this page.
- Contract Length: 13 Weeks
- Shift: Evenings (3x12)
- EMR System: Epic
Responsibilities
- Manage critically ill patients requiring continuous hemodynamic monitoring and frequent reassessment
- Titrate vasoactive, sedation, and other high-alert drips as ordered and per facility protocol
- Care for mechanically ventilated patients and manage critical care devices, including arterial and central lines
- Respond to clinical deterioration and participate in codes and rapid responses
Travel ICU Requirements:
- 2+ years of recent ICU experience.
- Must hold all required certifications and licenses as mandated by California and national regulatory bodies.
More ICU Jobs Nearby
ICU Travel Nurse Job in Bakersfield, CA
Adventist Health Bakersfield
Bakersfield, CA
Same facility
$2,478 /wk
Evenings (3×12)
ICU Travel Nurse Job in Bakersfield, CA
Adventist Health Bakersfield
Bakersfield, CA
Same facility
$2,478 /wk
Days (3×12)
ICU Travel Nurse Job in Simi Valley, CA
Adventist Health Simi Valley
Simi Valley, CA
77 mi away
$2,353 /wk
Days (3×12)
ICU Travel Nurse Job in Simi Valley, CA
Adventist Health Simi Valley
Simi Valley, CA
77 mi away
$2,353 /wk
Evenings (3×12)
ICU Travel Nurse Job in Simi Valley, CA
Adventist Health Simi Valley
Simi Valley, CA
77 mi away
$2,302 /wk
Evenings (3×12)
ICU Travel Nurse Job in Simi Valley, CA
Adventist Health Simi Valley
Simi Valley, CA
77 mi away
$2,302 /wk
Days (3×12)
ICU Travel Nurse Job in Ventura, CA
Ventura County Medical Center
Ventura, CA
78 mi away
$3,134 /wk
Nights (4×12)
ICU Travel Nurse Job in Mission Hills, CA
Providence - Holy Cross Medical Center
Mission Hills, CA
83 mi away
$2,113 /wk
Nights (3×12)
ICU Travel Nurse Job in San Luis Obispo, CA
Adventist Health Sierra Vista
San Luis Obispo, CA
93 mi away
$2,566 /wk
Evenings (3×12)
ICU Travel Nurse Job in San Luis Obispo, CA
Adventist Health Sierra Vista
San Luis Obispo, CA
93 mi away
$3,190 /wk
Days (5×8)
FAQs – ICU Travel Nurse Jobs Near Bakersfield, CA
What certifications do travel ICU jobs require?
Most travel ICU jobs require Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS). Neuro and stroke units commonly add NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS), and pediatric or mixed units may ask for PALS. The CCRN credential is preferred by many facilities and required by a few.
Will I float on a travel ICU assignment?
It depends on the facility and the contract. ICU travelers may float to PCU, step-down, ER holds, or other critical care areas, while some hospitals limit floating more narrowly. Float expectations are not always visible in the posting, so confirm the policy before accepting an assignment.
What experience is required for travel ICU RN jobs?
Most travel ICU RN jobs require recent critical care experience caring for high-acuity patients and independently managing ventilators, vasoactive drips, sedation, and invasive lines. Some units may also look for experience with CRRT, IABP, Impella, ECMO, or other advanced therapies. Requirements vary by ICU type, so facilities typically want your recent experience to closely match the patient population, devices, and level of care on the assignment.
Will my multistate nursing license cover this California travel assignment?
No—California is not a Nurse Licensure Compact state, so a multistate license from another state doesn’t authorize practice here; you’ll need an active California RN license. Apply for licensure by endorsement through the California Board of Registered Nursing and plan ahead—eligible endorsement applicants may also apply for a temporary license while the permanent application is pending. Our California Nursing License Guide has current fees, timelines, and step-by-step instructions.
Benefits
- Day One Benefits, Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(k)
- Relocation and Travel Reimbursement
- Dedicated team to help with state licensing & renewals
- Weekly Direct Deposit
- $1,000 Referral Bonus + $250 Bonus for Your Referral
Resources for this ICU job in Bakersfield
- Review California nursing license requirements before your assignment.
- View live ICU salary data for travel nurses.
- View California salary reports for travel nursing assignments.
- Explore the Travel Nursing Housing Center to plan your stay.
Explore Bakersfield, CA
Bakersfield, CA anchors hospital care for the southern San Joaquin Valley, with campuses like Kern Medical and Adventist Health Bakersfield supporting regional patient flow. Travelers taking contracts here often land on med-surg floors and in operating rooms to meet the area's needs. The metro draws patients from a wide agricultural region across Kern County, which keeps the hospitals' reach broad. The city's neighborhood grids keep daily commutes short, and assignments can extend into nearby Shafter and Wasco. When a shift ends, the Kern River Parkway Trail and the historic Fox Theater are straightforward ways to decompress, with the Sierra foothills close for a longer day off. Housing costs run well below coastal California, which is much of the draw for a Central Valley stretch.
Travel Nursing Jobs With Advantis Medical — The Gold Standard
At Advantis Medical Staffing, we take great pride in our commitment to caring for travel nurses. We are dedicated to connecting nurses with the best travel nursing jobs nationwide, while providing exceptional service that fosters a trusted partnership for life. Our mission is to deliver the “Gold Standard” in service—not only by securing your first assignment but by advocating for your long-term career goals and well-being.
Ask about this job
Get answers from a real recruiter before you apply.
Travel ICU · Bakersfield, CA · $2,520 /wk