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Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department
Bakersfield, California
Bakersfield Memorial Hospital

$2,114-2,808/week

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Certification details

Active BLS, NIHSS, ACLS, PALS
CA License

Job details

A hospital in California is looking for an experienced ER nurse for a travel contract.
The right candidate will have 3 full years of experience.
All diagnosis from minor walk ins to critically ill patients, respiratory failure, asthma, Abd pain, fractures, substance abuse, stroke alert facility, STEMI receiving center; some psych holds (maybe 1 per day).
Some nurses will work just peds ER, some just adult ER and some do both.

Job requirements

3 full years of ER nursing experience
Must have CERNER EXPERIENCE
Must have TRAVEL EXPERIENCE
Adult ER-BLS, ACLS, PALS, NIHSS are required.
Peds ER-BLS, ALS, PALS and ENPC preferred or CPEN preferred.
2 years experience required.
All Candidates must have some experience with Peds and Adults.

Schedule information

12 hrs shifts including 7a-7p, 11a-11p, 1p-1a, 3p-3a, 7p-7a.
No block scheduling. Traveler needs to be flexible with the scheduling.
3 shifts on unit plus meet with ER educator to make sure all education is completed.
Every other weekend shift requirement.
2 out of every 3 holidays shift requirement.

Unit specific information

ICU is 1:2; peds 1:4; adults 1:4; procedural sedation 1:1.
Navy blue is the attire for RN, cranberry for LVN.
Phillips monitor tech available.
MDs and midlevel's quick look and fast track ran by midlevel's; from 11a-11p the Peds ER is staffed by a designated pediatric doctor.

Additional Details

ACLS, BLS, NIHSS, PALS certifications are necessary.
CERNER SYSTEM REQUIRED.
Will be required to float to Peds ER.

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Short Term Acute Care
385 beds
Oracle Cerner

ADDRESS420 34th StBakersfield, CA 93301

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About Bakersfield, CA

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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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