Travel Registered Nurse ICU Job

Bakersfield, CA
Contracted
Mid Level
Overview
Registered Nurse – ICU in Bakersfield, CA, United States for a travel, temporary assignment starting 11/16/2026 (13 weeks), earning $2,448–$2,484 per week with nights (12-hour shifts, 3x12). Work in an acute care ICU setting, with support from Healthforce Healthcare LLC.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $2,448–$2,484 per week
- Assignment duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: Nights, 12-hour shifts (3x12)
- Start date: 11/16/2026
- Setting: ICU in an acute care environment
- Employment type: Travel - Temporary Assignment

Responsibilities
- Deliver coordinated nursing care for ICU patients according to standards and the nursing process.
- Supervise and direct activities of various levels of assigned nursing staff; coordinate care with other disciplines.
- Utilize critical thinking, professional discretion, and independent judgment to plan and implement patient care.
- Monitor patient status, respond to changes, and administer medications/therapies as ordered.
- Document assessments, plans of care, and outcomes; ensure patient safety and quality of care.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes.

Requirements
- Active registered nurse license; California licensure or eligibility for CA licensure.
- ICU nursing experience preferred.
- Ability to work 12-hour night shifts (3x12) in a high-acuity setting.
- Strong critical thinking, communication, and teamwork skills.
- Commitment to patient safety, adherence to standards and policies.

Benefits and Support
- Dedicated recruiter and travel support throughout the assignment
- Credentialing and onboarding assistance
- Access to resources and ongoing assignment support
- Opportunities for future assignments with Healthforce Healthcare LLC

Find more opportunities
Find more opportunities at Healthforce Healthcare LLC by visiting https://healthforce.applytojob.com/apply

Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.
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