Job Description

Take your nursing expertise to Bakersfield on a 13-week travel healthcare contract. In this role, you will deliver coordinated nursing care for an assigned patient or group of patients, following established standards and the nursing process. You will also supervise and direct assigned nursing staff, coordinate care with other disciplines, and use critical thinking, professional discretion, and independent judgment throughout each shift. This day-shift assignment offers a structured schedule and the opportunity to step into a meaningful leadership role while experiencing a new California destination.

Weather

Bakersfield typically offers sunny, dry conditions around this time of year, with comfortable to warm daytime temperatures and cooler evenings. The generally clear skies make it easy to enjoy outdoor activities after work or on days off.

Fun Things To Do

• Local attraction: Explore the Kern County Museum and learn about the area’s regional history.

• Arts and culture: Visit the Bakersfield Museum of Art for rotating exhibitions and local creative work.

• Outdoor outing: Spend an afternoon at the California Area Living Museum, featuring native wildlife and natural habitats.

• Day trip: Head into Sequoia National Forest for scenic drives, hiking, and towering trees.

• Day trip: Explore Los Padres National Forest for mountain scenery, trails, and open-air relaxation.

Job Specifics

Location: Bakersfield, California
Shift: Days
Schedule: 36 hours per week
Duration: 13 weeks

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits including life insurance, accident, etc.
• Referral Program
• Housing Options
• Continuing Education Program
• 401(k)
• License and Certificate Reimbursement
• Paid Bereavement Leave