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Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry
Bakersfield, California
Bakersfield Memorial Hospital

$2,240-2,519/week

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A hospital in California is looking for an experienced Cardiac Tele nurse for a travel contract. The right candidate will have 2 full years of experience. To hear more about this opportunity please call Medical Solutions today!

Job requirements

The right candidate will have 2 full years of experience.
Must be able to multi-task & have superb time management skills to be successful.
Needs to know how to administer cardiac drips.

Schedule information

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 days in a 4 week schedule (Example: could be 2 in a row, then off 2 in a row) Day Shift Weekend is Sat/Sun; Nights is Fri/Sat

Unit specific information

Unit: MedSurg/TELE 5E
Certs required within facility: BLS, ACLS
Nurse Aides availability can vary depending on census
Charge Nurse: Does not take patients typically but needs ACLS and helps staff nurses. May serve as staff nurse if census is high or there are unexpected ill calls.
Scrub Color: Navy blue
Vents - No
IV Team: No - ICU & ER can assist with hard IV sticks
RT 24/7: Yes
Pharmacy 24/7: Yes & Omnicell
Unit Orientation: 1 full day on this unit & 4 hours on the other units they could be floated to (5W, 4W, 4E, & 6E)

Additional Details

**Medical Solutions Clinical Team will pre-screen all candidates. Managers will do 2nd interview**
***CERNER REQUIRED***
*NO FIRST TIME TRAVELERS*

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-Large Admin Presence -Frequent Car Break Ins -No much to do nearby but LA, Vegas, or the Beach are within 2.5 hours -Confusing Time-clock

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Contract Position Apr '24

Review of Bakersfield Memorial Hospital on Nov 14, 2024

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Short Term Acute Care
385 beds
Oracle Cerner

ADDRESS420 34th StBakersfield, CA 93301

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About Bakersfield, CA

As a Travel Telemetry 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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