Travel Nurse RN - NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care - $2,356 per week

AMN Healthcare Nursing is seeking a travel nurse RN NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in BAKERSFIELD, California.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty : NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care
• Discipline : RN
• Start Date : 11 / 10 / 2025
• Duration : 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift : 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type : Travel

Job Description & Requirements

Registered Nurse – Neonatal Intensive Care - Travel - (NICU RN)

StartDate : 11 / 10 / 2025

Available Shifts : 12 N

Pay Rate : $2241.91 - $2470.67

Join our team as a Travel Registered Nurse in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) in Bakersfield, CA, where you’ll care for high-risk newborns in a supportive and innovative environment.

You must have an active Registered Nurse (RN) license for California, a BSN or Associate’s degree, and at least 2 years of Level 3 or 4 NICU experience. Required certifications include Basic Life Support (BLS) and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP). Experience with electronic medical records (EMR) is recommended.

You’ll work 3x12 hour shifts per week, gaining exposure to diverse clinical settings and advanced neonatal care practices. Bakersfield offers a welcoming community and access to California’s vibrant culture, making it an excellent location for your next assignment.

AMN Healthcare provides excellent compensation, exclusive discounts and perks, dedicated recruiters and clinical support, and access to the AMN Passport mobile app for 24 / 7 career management. As a publicly traded company, AMN Healthcare upholds the highest ethical standards in the industry.

Apply now to join this Travel Registered Nurse in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) assignment in Bakersfield, CA.

About the Facility

Since opening its doors in 1956, this hospital has undergone massive growth as a healthcare institution, transforming from a small community medical center to a full fledged regional hospital offering care to patients from all over the Bakersfield and Kern River regions. The 426-bed facility offers a full range of primary services and many specialties, including a cardiovascular program, family care center and neonatal unit. The hospital frequently receives commendations for sterling service, including most recently being awarded with the HealthGrades distinction for Patient Safety Excellence.

Facility Location

Surrounded by mountain ranges, wildflowers and the Kern River, Bakersfield is the ideal destination for anyone seeking an abundance of recreational opportunities. Hike the neighboring Sierra Nevada Mountains, enjoy whitewater rafting or kayaking, or explore the vibrant downtown district. Boasting a dynamic musical community, the city is also known as the birthplace of the country music genre known as the “Bakersfield sound.”

Job Benefits

At AMN Healthcare we take care of our travelers! We offer :

Competitive pay rates

Free, quality, private housing

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) and Flex Spending

Life Insurance

Accident and Short-term Disability Coverage

Free Continuing Education

Refer a friend and earn extra cash!

About the Company

At AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping healthcare organizations provide quality patient care that continually evolves to make healthcare more human, more effective, and more achievable.

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American Mobile Healthcare Job ID #3383341. 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 : Registered Nurse – Neonatal Intensive Care - Travel - (NICU RN)

About AMN Healthcare Nursing

AMN Healthcare is a leader in Nurse staffing. Our relationships with numerous healthcare facilities - including hospitals, home health agencies, and long-term care facilities - enable us to offer the most current travel nurse, local staffing, rapid response and crisis nurse jobs nationwide. We''re committed to finding you the best nursing job to fit your career goals. AMN Healthcare is an EEO / AA / Disability / Protected Veteran Employer. We encourage minority and female applicants to apply.

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