Travel Nurse RN - Home Health
Bakersfield, CA
Cross Country Nurses
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$1,885/weekOverview
- Start Date12/09/2024
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
- SettingHome Health
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
As a home health nurse (RN HH), you will deliver healthcare in patients' residences, helping them maintain their independence. You will provide one-on-one care for patients in their homes. These patients can be elderly, critically ill, or disabled or they may be recovering from a surgery, injury, or accident. A hospice nurse cares for terminally ill patients. Whether home health or hospice, you will assess patients' conditions and determine an individualized care plan. This will also include charting observations, administering medication and dressing wounds, educating patients and their families about care, and coordinating with other medical professionals involved in patients' care plans.
Minimum Requirements- At least 1 year of recent acute care experience in specialty
- Active RN license
- Private housing or generous housing allowance
- Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
- Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
- Competitive salaries
- Referral bonuses
- Travel reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Direct deposit/free checking
- Unlimited free CE credits
Employer
Cross Country Nurses
7 nurses recommend working with Cross Country Nurses
About Bakersfield, CA
As a travel nurse in Bakersfield, CA here's what you should know:- Bakersfield's cost of living is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Summer average highs are around 95°F, and winter average lows are around 39°F.
- Short term rentals are easy to find in Bakersfield, with many options available for furnished housing.
- Bakersfield is car-friendly, with a majority of residents relying on personal vehicles.
- Public transportation options are available but may be limited compared to larger cities.
- Bakersfield has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include respiratory conditions due to air quality concerns.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Bakersfield offers a variety of restaurants featuring local and international cuisines.
- The city has a vibrant arts and music scene, with opportunities to enjoy live performances.
- Sports enthusiasts can partake in local events and outdoor activities such as hiking and biking.
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