Travel Registered Nurse ER Job

HealthForce Healthcare; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 96,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Recruitment support

Travel assistance

Credentialing help

Staff support

Job summary

HealthForce Healthcare is seeking a Registered Nurse for an Emergency Room travel assignment in Bakersfield, California. The 13-week contract starts 10/12/2026 with nights and 12-hour shifts (3x12).

Weekly pay ranges from $2,119 to $2,191 and guaranteed hours are 0.0; position is travel – temporary in a hospital setting. You will provide direct ER nursing care, assess and document patient status, supervise nursing staff, and coordinate with the multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse license valid for the location.
• ER nursing experience or ability to provide high-acuity, emergent care.
• Ability to work nights and 12-hour shifts.
• Willingness to participate in travel, temporary assignment.
• Eligibility to work in the United States for a 13-week contract.

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct and coordinated nursing care for ER patients per standards.
• Assess needs, plan and implement care, document progress, adjust as needed.
• Supervise nursing staff across levels to ensure safe care.
• Coordinate care with multidisciplinary team to optimize outcomes.
• Monitor status, recognize changes, respond with appropriate interventions.
• Maintain safety, infection control and quality standards.

Skills

ER nursing experience

Nursing assessment

Job description

Overview

Registered Nurse – Emergency Room position in Bakersfield, California, starting 10/12/2026 for 13 weeks. Weekly pay ranges from $2,119 to $2,191 per week. Guaranteed hours: 0.0. Shift: Nights, 12-hour shifts (3x12). Assignment type is travel – temporary in a hospital setting.

Overview

Registered Nurse – Emergency Room position in Bakersfield, California, starting 10/12/2026 for 13 weeks. Weekly pay ranges from $2,119 to $2,191 per week. Guaranteed hours: 0.0. Shift: Nights, 12-hour shifts (3x12). Assignment type is travel – temporary in a hospital setting.

Key Highlights

• Weekly pay: $2,119–$2,191 per week
• Guaranteed hours: 0.0
• Contract duration: 13 weeks
• Shift: Nights, 12-hour shifts (3x12)
• Start date: 10/12/2026
• Work setting: Hospital environment
• Employment type: Travel – temporary assignment

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct and coordinated nursing care for patients in the ER according to established standards of care and the nursing process
• Assess patient needs, plan and implement care, document progress, and adjust plans as needed
• Supervise and direct activities of nursing staff across multiple levels to ensure safe, efficient care
• Coordinate care with multidisciplinary team members and other services to optimize patient outcomes
• Monitor patient status, recognize changes, and respond promptly with appropriate interventions
• Maintain patient safety, infection control, and quality standards through vigilant practice and adherence to policies

Requirements

• Active Registered Nurse license for practice in the applicable location
• ER nursing experience or demonstrated ability to provide high-acuity, emergent care
• Ability to work nights and 12-hour shifts
• Willingness to participate in a travel, temporary assignment
• Eligibility to work in the United States and readiness for a 13-week contract

Benefits and Support

• Recruitment and travel support throughout the assignment
• Credentialing assistance during onboarding
• Ongoing support from a dedicated recruiter and assigned staff
• Access to resources and guidance to help navigate the assignment and schedule

Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.