Travel Emergency Department Registered Nurse - $1,729 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: 08/03/2026
• Duration: 8 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

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

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced ER RN for an 8-week night shift contract requiring active CA RN license and proficiency in both Epic and Cerner EMR systems.

Details

• Emergency Department (ER) setting
• Schedule: 3x12-hour night shifts per week
• 8-week contract duration
• No RTO (time off requests) will be approved for this contract

Requirements

• Active CA RN license required, unrestricted and in hand
• Current certifications required: BLS, ACLS, PALS (all American Heart Association), and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
• Minimum 3 years of ER nursing experience required
• Recent ER experience within the last 3 months required
• Proficiency in both Epic and Cerner EMR systems required; minimum 6 months of Epic experience within the last 12 months
• Two supervisor references required: one from within the past year and one from within the past two years
• Active, unrestricted RN license with no prior license hits
• Date of birth and Social Security Number required for consideration

Additional Information

• This is an Epic conversion contract — dual EMR proficiency in both Cerner and Epic is essential to this role
• Candidates with more than 5 days of RTO requested will not be considered
• Orientation is available on either August 3rd or August 17th
• A specialty-specific skills checklist completed within the past year is required

American Traveler Job ID #P-710732. 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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