Job Description
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Bakersfield, California.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty : ICU - Intensive Care Unit
- Discipline : RN
- Start Date : 11 / 17 / 2025
- Duration : 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift : 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type : Travel
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Job Description\n
American Traveler is seeking an experienced ICU RN with a minimum of 2 years of night shift ICU experience and a current CA RN license.
\n \n Responsibilities\n
Work in a 20-bed ICU within an acute care hospital settingPatient population includes neuro, oncology, radical cancer surgeries, DaVinci, abdominal, urology, vascular, sepsis, respiratory failure, glycemic control, and CVA casesPatient ratios are typically 1 : 1 or 1 : 2Required to work night shifts, 12 hours in lengthFour weekend shifts required per 4-week periodFloat required to ER, telemetry, or med-surg, with rare floating mid-shift to a sister facilityUse of Cerner for charting and Phillips telemetry equipmentVentilator troubleshooting required, with RT managing ventsMay be placed on call if staff is reducedOrientation includes at least 2 shifts on unit and one Cerner shiftResponsibilities include monitoring critically ill patients, neuro assessments, and managing complex patient casesNurse will support a team that includes a charge RN / shift manager, and 24 / 7 RT and pharmacy coverageHoliday coverage includes one major and two minor holidays during the Christmas periodScrub color is navy blueTesting on sterile technique and dysrhythmia may be required during orientation\n \n Requirements\n
Active CA RN license required at time of considerationMinimum 2 years of recent ICU RN experience on night shiftCertifications required : BLS, ACLS, NIHSSAbility to obtain and provide two professional references : one supervisor from within the last 12 months and one peer or supervisor from within the past 3 yearsMust provide copy of driver's license for considerationExperience with Cerner EMR preferredPrevious direct employment (FT, PT, or PRN) with CommonSpirit, CHI, or Dignity in the past year not permitted\n Benefits\n
High Pay and BonusesMedical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options401(k) PlanWeekly Payroll DepositFree Online CEUsGenerous Housing AllowanceTravel and Licensure ReimbursementsNon-taxed Per Diem and SubsidyTraveler Rewards and Discounts\n
American Traveler Job ID #P-628301. 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 - 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.