Travel Registered Nurse ER Job

Bakersfield, CA
Contracted
Mid Level
Overview
Registered Nurse – ER travel assignment in a home healthcare - hospice setting, Bakersfield, California. Start date 05/11/2026 for 13 weeks. 36 hours per week on a 3x12-hour night shift. Weekly pay range: $1,924 to $2,005. This assignment emphasizes coordinated nursing care, supervision of nursing staff, and collaboration with a multi-disciplinary team in a home-based hospice environment.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: 1,924–2,005 per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: 3x12-hour nights (36 hours per week)
- Start date: 05/11/2026
- Setting: Home healthcare - hospice
- Travel assignment

Responsibilities
- Deliver coordinated nursing care for a patient or assigned group of patients according to established standards and the nursing process.
- Assess patient condition, interpret findings, and modify care plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
- Administer medications and treatments per orders; monitor responses and manage adverse effects as needed.
- Document all care provided and ensure accurate, timely records; communicate changes to the care team.
- Supervise and direct activities of various levels of assigned nursing staff; apply professional judgment and supervisory discretion.
- Coordinate care with other disciplines and support transitions of care within the home-based hospice setting.

Requirements
- Active RN license in the United States; California licensure or eligibility by endorsement preferred for California assignments.
- ER nursing experience; travel nursing or hospice-adjacent experience considered favorable.
- Ability to work 3x12-hour night shifts (36 hours per week) in a home healthcare - hospice setting.
- Strong clinical assessment skills, critical thinking, and independent judgment; effective communication with patients, families, and team members.
- Eligibility to work in the United States.

Benefits and Support
- Assignment-specific support from Healthforce Healthcare LLC
- 24/7 recruiter and travel support
- Ongoing guidance and support during the assignment
- Potential extension opportunities based on performance and assignment needs

Find more opportunities
If this role isn’t a perfect fit, explore other ER travel openings with Healthforce Healthcare LLC at https://healthforce.applytojob.com/apply and apply to roles that match your qualifications.

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.

About Healthforce

Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency connecting travel nurses and allied health professionals with high-quality contract assignments across the United States.

We specialize in placing clinicians in travel nursing jobs, allied health travel assignments, and local contract opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings. Whether you are an experienced traveler or taking your first assignment, Healthforce provides the support and opportunities you need to succeed.

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Healthforce partners with healthcare facilities across the country to offer a wide range of opportunities for nurses and allied professionals.

  • Travel RN jobs in Med Surg, ICU, ER, LTC, and more
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Our goal is simple: match you with the right assignment, in the right location, at the right pay.

What Makes Healthforce Different

We know that travel healthcare professionals have options. That is why we focus on delivering a better experience at every step of the process.

  • Competitive weekly pay packages with transparent breakdowns
  • Fast credentialing support to help you get submitted quickly
  • Dedicated recruiters who stay with you from submission to start
  • 24/7 support while you are on assignment
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We do not just place you in a job. We help you build a sustainable travel healthcare career.

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Healthforce is designed around the needs of today’s travel healthcare workforce. We make it easier for clinicians to move quickly, stay informed, and access strong opportunities across the country.

  • Quick submissions to open jobs
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  • Ongoing support throughout your contract

Whether you are searching for your next assignment or planning your first travel job, our team is here to help you move forward with confidence.

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Healthforce is actively hiring travel nurses and allied healthcare professionals for assignments nationwide.

Apply today to connect with a recruiter and explore current travel nursing and allied health job opportunities.

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