Travel Registered Nurse Med Surg Job

Overview
Registered Nurse, Med Surg – Travel assignment in Bakersfield, CA. Start date: 08/17/2026. 8 contract weeks. 36 hours per week (3x12-hour days). Weekly pay range: $2,088-$2,170. Hospital setting.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $2,088-$2,170 per week
- Contract length: 8 weeks
- Shift: 3x12-hour days (36 hours/week)
- Start date: 08/17/2026
- Setting: hospital medical-surgical unit in Bakersfield, CA
- Travel assignment with on-site support and supervision as needed

Responsibilities
- Provide professional nursing care to patients across the age spectrum within an assigned Med Surg unit.
- Collaborate with the health care team to plan and coordinate patient care, ensuring alignment with established goals.
- Assess patient needs through ongoing data collection across physiologic, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual, and cognitive domains; address nutrition, pain, education, family involvement, and advocacy.
- Develop and adjust a goal-directed plan of care, prioritizing patient and family needs, and documenting updates clearly in the medical record.
- Educate patients, families, and caregivers about the plan of care; involve patients in decision-making and ensure appropriate patient/family learning where applicable.
- Implement care safely and consistently; delegate tasks appropriately, participate in orientation and training activities, and support unit compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and standards. Maintain accurate documentation in the electronic medical record and participate in unit activities such as quality improvement and research as requested.
- Communicate effectively with patients, families, and the health care team in a professional and patient-centered manner.

Requirements
- Active Registered Nurse license to practice in California.
- Ability to perform professional nursing care in a Med Surg setting and coordinate care across disciplines.
- Proficiency in documentation within an electronic medical record system; strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to educate patients and families, and to collaborate with the health care team to achieve optimal outcomes.
- Availability to work 3x12-hour day shifts for an 8-week travel assignment; flexibility to adapt to unit needs.
- Compliance with organizational vaccination requirements and participation in required employment verification processes (e.g., E-Verify) as applicable.

Benefits and Support
- Travel assignment with on-site support and access to a dedicated recruiter
- Credentialing and onboarding assistance to facilitate start
- 24/7 travel and recruitment support during the assignment
- Vaccination policy alignment and ongoing safety considerations
- Employment through a travel staffing arrangement with standard assignment resources

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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.

About Healthforce

Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency connecting travel nurses and allied health professionals with high-quality contract assignments across the United States.

We specialize in placing clinicians in travel nursing jobs , allied health travel assignments , and local contract opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings. Whether you are an experienced traveler or taking your first assignment, Healthforce provides the support and opportunities you need to succeed.

Travel Nursing and Allied Health Opportunities Nationwide

Healthforce partners with healthcare facilities across the country to offer a wide range of opportunities for nurses and allied professionals.

• Travel RN jobs in Med Surg, ICU, ER, LTC, and more
• Allied health travel jobs including CT Tech, Rad Tech, PT, OT, Respiratory, and more
• Local contract and per diem opportunities
• Short-term and 13-week travel assignments

Our goal is simple: match you with the right assignment, in the right location, at the right pay.

What Makes Healthforce Different

We know that travel healthcare professionals have options. That is why we focus on delivering a better experience at every step of the process.

• Competitive weekly pay packages with transparent breakdowns
• Fast credentialing support to help you get submitted quickly
• Dedicated recruiters who stay with you from submission to start
• 24/7 support while you are on assignment
• Nationwide job access across multiple specialties and care settings

We do not just place you in a job. We help you build a sustainable travel healthcare career.

Built for Travel Nurses and Allied Professionals

Healthforce is designed around the needs of today’s travel healthcare workforce. We make it easier for clinicians to move quickly, stay informed, and access strong opportunities across the country.

• Quick submissions to open jobs
• Access to multiple job options at once
• Flexible assignment locations
• Ongoing support throughout your contract

Whether you are searching for your next assignment or planning your first travel job, our team is here to help you move forward with confidence.

Start Your Next Travel Assignment

Healthforce is actively hiring travel nurses and allied healthcare professionals for assignments nationwide.

Apply today to connect with a recruiter and explore current travel nursing and allied health job opportunities.