Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department - $2,940 per week

Cross Country Nurses; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing or generous housing allowance

Comprehensive health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Unlimited free CE credits

Referral bonuses

Travel reimbursement

401(k) retirement plan

Direct deposit/free checking

CE credits

Job summary

A leading travel nursing agency is seeking a travel nurse RN for the Emergency Department role in Bakersfield, California. The role involves treating patients requiring urgent medical care, with responsibilities including assessing conditions and administering necessary care. Candidates must hold an active RN license and have at least one year of acute care experience. The position offers comprehensive benefits, including housing allowance and competitive salaries, supporting nurses in building their careers.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of recent acute care experience in specialty.
• Active RN license required.

Responsibilities

• Provide necessary care and monitor health conditions.
• Assess the condition of the patient and administer medicine.
• Determine discharge or longer hospital stay arrangements.

Skills

Acute care experience

Patient assessment

Emergency care

Education

Active RN license

Job description

Job Description & Requirements

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

• Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 04/13/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 48 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Description

As an emergency room nurse (RN ER), you will be the first line of defense for patients who require any type of urgent medical care. You will treat patients who are suffering from trauma, injury or severe medical conditions. Working quickly to assess the condition of the patient, you will provide necessary care, monitor health conditions, administer medicine, and utilize medical equipment. Once the patient is stabilized and their medical problem is treated, you will then determine whether the patient should be discharged or make arrangements for a longer hospital stay.

Minimum Requirements

• At least 1 year of recent acute care experience in specialty
• Active RN license

Benefits

• 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

Job ID #1235761. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48 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.