Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit
bakersfield, CA
TotalMed Staffing
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$2,501/week

Posted Today

Overview

Start Date01/05/2025
Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
ShiftNights
Duration13 weeks

Pay

Estimated total pay

$2,501/week

Estimated taxable pay
$1,059/week
Estimated non-taxable stipends
$1,442/week

Benefits

Weekly pay
Guaranteed Hours
Continuing Education
401k retirement plan
Sick pay
Wellness and fitness programs
Referral bonus
Employee assistance programs
Medical benefits
Dental benefits
Vision benefits
Benefits start day 1

Qualifications

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Profile

Your "Profile Strength" must be at 100%

Other qualifications

Education

Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Science in Nursing or Associate of Science in Nursing

License

California Nursing License

Certifications

Basic Life Support

Description

Looking for a great Travel ICU - Intensive Care Unit Nursing Job in bakersfield, California? TotalMed Staffing posted this Travel Nursing Job that offers 36 hours a week for 13 weeks in bakersfield, California.

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The details for this Travel ICU - Intensive Care Unit Nursing Job are:

Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
Job Location: bakersfield, California
Travel Nurse Salary: $2,501/week
Start Date: 01/05/2025
Assignment Length: 13 weeks
Total Hours Per Week: 36 weekly
Shift Breakdown: 3x12 hrs
Shift: 12 hours, nights

**CERNER REQUIRED** *No first time travelers!* **no duos** - Unit: ICU and ICU-CV Recovery -Basic EKG interpretation test assigned during orientation. Critical care RNs (ED/ICUs/PICU) will have more than just the basic interpretation test (like those included in the STEMI curriculum and Procedural Sedation curriculum assigned to them). - # beds: 24 Beds (with the capacity to go up to 32 beds) - Ratios: 1 to 1, 1 to 2 - Intensivist: Intensivist on the unit from 7a - 5p & on-call after hours - Certs: BLS & ACLS & NIHSS are required. IABP, CRRT, & ICP are NOT required; however if they have any of these it would be a plus! - EMR System: Cerner required - Add'l Equipment: Pagers linked to call light system & internal spectra link phones - Unit Orientation: 2 shifts on the unit, as well as orientation to the East tower (4E, 5E, & 6E) & West tower (4W & 5W) for floating purposes. - Nurse Aides: No - Charge Nurse: Yes - Rarely take patients. There is also a "Free Resource Nurse" that MAY take patients IF staffing needs require this. Charge responds to all Rapid responses - Shifts/Hours: 12's; 7a - 7:30p/7p - 7:30a - Breaks: 1/2 hour break (clock-out); 3 - 15 min breaks per shift (CA Law) - Weekends: Every other weekend or equivalent of 4 weekend shifts in a 4 week schedule (Example: could be 2 in a row, then off 2 in a row) - Scrub Color: Navy blue. If you wear a scrub jacket it also must be navy. If you wear an undershirt underneath your scrub top it must be navy, white, or black. - Tele: Spacelabs Monitoring - 24/7 monitor techs on this unit & also help out as secretary, etc…However, nurses are solely for all of their own tele strips, reading, etc…NOTE: tele monitors are also in the patient rooms. - Vents: Yes - Maintained by RT - IV Team: No - RT 24/7: Yes - Pharmacy 24/7: 24/7 pharmacy in the hospital. Dedicated pharmacist on the unit 12/hr M-F & 6 hrs on the weekends. Also Omnicell - Types of patients: "Respiratory failure, sepsis, AMI, ARDS, GI bleed, CABG (fresh hearts by trained staff), TAVR, Impella, vascular surgeries, neuro surgeries, CVAs…Neuro experience would be a PLUS. They are adding a Neuro ICU in 2018 & they are seeing a lot of neuro. Nurses must participate in multidisciplinary rounds. NOTE: If the need is for a general ICU nurse they would be kept on the general side. We would know if they were looking for a specific CV ICU nurse) " - Medications: All cardiac & vasoactive drips, conscious sedation, etc… - Floating: MUST be willing to float to any MedSurg/Tele units (4E, 4W, 5E, 5W, & 6E) Travelers float 1st.

Employer

TotalMed Staffing

3.7rating(61 reviews)

3 nurses recommend working with TotalMed Staffing

5.0rating

Pros

Zach goes above and beyond to help, and is very genuine and super nice. 😊 Zach answers questions and concerns promptly and truly cares . I highly recommend Zach!

Cons

None

Recommends working with TotalMed Staffing

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Correctional (RN)

Review of Zach Young on Aug 15, 2024

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About

TotalMed is a Top Ten, travel nursing and healthcare staffing agency with the mission of igniting purpose in healthcare. The organization staffs nurses, therapists, pharmacists, and other clinicians of all specialties in all 50 states. They offer local and travel jobs and match caregivers with the right organization to assist both facilities and patients. As an organization, they focus on putting highly-skilled staff into facilities to ensure adequate staffing for a better patient experience.
TotalMed specializes in recruiting and placing healthcare professionals in travel, PRN, and permanent positions across the country in Nursing and Allied Health. Throughout 2020, the organization filled roles at even the most short-staffed facilities during the most challenging time in healthcare. By matching the right travel healthcare professional with the right organization, TotalMed continues to offer a lifeline to facilities and their patients.

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About Bakersfield, CA

As a Travel Intensive Care Unit Nurse in Bakersfield, CA here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

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.

Weather

Summer average highs are around 95°F, and winter average lows are around 39°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are easy to find in Bakersfield, with many options available for furnished housing.

Transportation

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.

Demographics

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.

Things to Do

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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