Travel Emergency Room RN - $2,585 per week

Cross Country TravCorps, Inc.; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing

Health insurance

Dependent health insurance

Competitive salaries

Referral bonuses

Travel reimbursement

401(k) retirement plan

Direct deposit

CE credits

Job summary

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel RN for the Emergency Department in Bakersfield, CA. The ED nurse will provide comprehensive care in a fast-paced ER environment, requiring strong assessment, critical thinking, and coordination with the care team.

Start date is 10/19/2026 for a 13-week travel assignment with 36 hours per week on 12-hour night shifts. California RN license, NIHSS, BLS/ACLS/PALS are mandatory.

Qualifications

• Requires valid and unrestricted California RN license.
• NIHSS certification required.
• BLS, ACLS, and PALS certificates required.
• Graduation from an accredited nursing program (BSN or ADN preferred).

Responsibilities

• Assess patient condition and implement nursing care plans.
• Collaborate with healthcare team to provide coordinated care.
• Ensure adherence to clinical standards and documentation of patient data.
• Respond rapidly to patient needs and emergencies.

Skills

RN License CA

NIHSS

BLS

ACLS

PALS

BSN/ADN or higher

Education

Bachelor's or Associate degree in Nursing

Job description

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Bakersfield, California.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 10/19/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary

Emergency Room (ER) Registered Nurse in the healthcare provider organization. This role involves providing comprehensive nursing care to acutely ill patients within a fast-paced emergency environment. The position requires a healthcare professional skilled in assessment, critical thinking, and coordination of patient care, following established clinical standards and practices.

Job Details

• Shift Time: Nights
• Shift Hours: 12 hours
• Minimum Hours Per Week: 36 hours
• Required Qualifications: Valid and unrestricted State of California Registered Nurse (RN) License, NIHSS certification, American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), graduation from an accredited registered nursing program (bachelors or associate degree preferred).
• Responsibilities include: assessing patient condition, implementing nursing care plans, collaborating with healthcare team, ensuring adherence to clinical standards, documenting patient data, and responding rapidly to patient needs.
• Candidates must possess knowledge of advanced nursing theory, medical terminology, medical instruments, medication effects, infection control, team collaboration, and evidence-based practices.
• Schedule: Night shift, 12‑hour shifts, minimum 36 hours per week.
• Submission Requirements: Certified in BLS, ACLS, PALS, NIHSS, valid California RN license, and graduation from an accredited nursing program are mandatory for consideration.

Benefits

• The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salariesli>
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits

Cross Country Job ID #1323567. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax‑free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Emergency Room

About Cross Country Nurses

You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.

Benefits

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus