Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department - $1,902 per week

American Traveler 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: 06/08/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jun 8, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for an Emergency Department position requiring a CA RN license, a minimum of 3 years of ER experience, and Cerner proficiency.

Details

• Night shift schedule, 3x12-hour shifts per week
• Emergency Department setting
• Uses Cerner EMR — experience required

Requirements

• Active CA RN license, unrestricted and currently in hand
• Current certifications required: BLS, ACLS, PALS (all AHA-issued), and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
• Minimum 3 years of ER experience required
• Must have worked in the ER specialty within the last 3 months
• Proficiency with Cerner EMR required
• Two supervisor references required — one from within the past year and one from within the past two years
• Active, unrestricted license with no prior hits or restrictions
• Date of birth and Social Security number required for consideration

Additional Information

• RTO is capped at 5 days for the duration of the contract
• A specialty-specific skills checklist completed within the past year is required
• All employment gaps of one month or longer must be documented and explained in your work history

American Traveler Job ID #P-710662. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Emergency Dept

About American Traveler

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.

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