Travel Burn ICU Registered Nurse - $3,633 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Burn ICU for a travel nursing job in Bakersfield, California. Job Description & Requirements Specialty : Burn ICU Discipline : RN Start Date : 11 / 17 / 2025 Duration : 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift : 12 hours, nights Employment Type : Travel Job Description American Traveler is seeking an experienced Burn ICU RN with a California RN license and at least one year of dedicated burn unit experience. Responsibilities Work in a 7-bed Burn ICU within an acute care hospital setting serving both adult and pediatric patients Average daily census is four patients with nurse-to-patient ratios of 1 : 2, treated as an ICU Care for patients with primary burns ranging from ICU level to med surg level, including adults and children Night shifts are 12 hours with every other weekend required and coverage for two out of three holidays Must be able to read and interpret telemetry (Phillips) and care for patients on ventilators Uses Cerner EMR; prior experience preferred Floating required to PICU, peds ICU, or adult ICU units as needed Floor-specific orientation includes two shifts in burn unit, one in PICU / ICU, and one in peds Provide comprehensive care and interventions for burn patients across the lifespan Collaborate with burn surgeons, hospitalists, intensivists, respiratory therapy, and pharmacy teams Burn techs may assist with hydrotherapy and dressing changes, but not every shift Navy blue scrubs required Will be first to float as needed Must cover two major holidays out of three Testing on EKG, sterile technique, and other critical care competencies is required during orientation Requirements Active CA RN license required at time of consideration; pending licenses not accepted Minimum of two years ICU experience required, including at least one year of direct burn unit experience PICU experience required Certifications required : BLS, ACLS, PALS, NIHSS; Advanced Burn Life Support preferred Must successfully pass an EKG interpretation test during orientation and additional critical care tests as assigned Ability to read own telemetry and experience with ventilators required Two professional references required : one supervisor from the past 12 months, and one peer or supervisor from the past 3 years, including dates of employment and rehire eligibility Must provide valid driver's license for consideration Benefits High Pay and Bonuses Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options 401(k) Plan Weekly Payroll Deposit Free Online CEUs Generous Housing Allowance Travel and Licensure Reimbursements Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy Traveler Rewards and Discounts American Traveler Job ID P-630217. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title : Travel RN - Burn ICU About American Traveler With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers. With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements. American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24 / 7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment. With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.