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Registered Nurse Travel Jobs in Bakersfield, CA

Top RN Jobs In & Near Bakersfield, California

We currently offer 13 of the best available travel jobs in the Bakersfield, California area. We have new jobs updating daily, so be sure to Apply Now so our specialists can make sure you get first crack. We make it as easy as possible for you to renew nursing licenses and compare RN nursing jobs by allowing you to filter based on salary, shift type, location or duration to find the right job for you.

The average Registered Nurse travel nurse working in Bakersfield earned about $2,493 per week as of May 1, 2025. Today, you can find RN jobs with a salary range between $1,878 to $3,453 per week.

In Bakersfield proper, the RN travel nursing market can include hospital facilities like Bakersfield Memorial Hospital and Adventist Health Bakersfield with more facilities in nearby areas like Taft, Delano and Lake Isabella to name a few.

We have a variety of options for RN travel jobs in Bakersfield if you have a specific start date in mind. The latest start date for an RN job is Jul 7, 2025 for a Registered Nurse – Labor & Delivery role at $2,312 per week. The earliest start date is Jun 23, 2025 for a Registered Nurse – Ambulatory – OR role at $3,453 per week. Find additional possibilities by sorting “start date” in the list below.

There are a variety of contract lengths available for a Registered Nurse travel nurse job in Bakersfield including 13 weeks and 26 weeks.

Bakersfield is a great location for RN travel nurses to live, work and play! Search for additional RN jobs below or apply now and our AMN Healthcare team will help get you started!

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AMN Healthcare currently has 13 travel Registered Nurse positions available in the Bakersfield, CA area. Search the most recent jobs below, or click the button below to view all jobs.

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Registered Nurse – Ambulatory – OR
  • Bakersfield, California – 93301
  • 8 D,
  • June 23, 2025
  • 13
$3,134 to $3,453
Weekly Pay*
Featuring advanced technology in addition to compassionate care, this esteemed Operating Room (OR) unit is looking to welcome a new member to its nursing team. Innovative care teams deliver optimal care to their patients at this cutting-edge facility. You can expect to work on complex cases with a driven team of passionate Operating Room (OR) professionals, utilizing the best patient care models.
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Registered Nurse – Intensive Care – ICU
  • Bakersfield, California – 93301
  • 12 N,
  • June 23, 2025
  • 13
$3,024 to $3,333
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Intensive Care Unit (ICU). You’ll find a challenging and rewarding environment where patient care is firmly rooted in compassion, innovation, and a drive for great outcomes. This highly esteemed facility welcomes creative, energetic caregivers.
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Registered Nurse – Interventional Radiology
  • Bakersfield, California – 93301
  • 10 D,
  • June 28, 2025
  • 13
$2,791 to $3,075
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding unit is looking for the right IR RN to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Registered Nurse – Emergency Room
  • Bakersfield, California – 93301
  • 12 N,
  • July 7, 2025
  • 13
$1,925 to $2,518
Weekly Pay*
This department provides triage, treatment and support for trauma and emergency patients of all ages in an acute care setting. If the department is designated as a trauma site, the hours and expenses related to triage and treatment of trauma patients is included. However, the hours and expenses related to the administration and support of the Trauma program and it’s services (i.e. Trauma registry, trauma coordinators) should not be included here. Central to all that California has to offer, Adventist Health Bakersfield has been providing an extraordinary team of world-class physicians, top-notch medical technology, caring professionals and award-winning quality since 1910. We are comprised of a 254-bed acute care hospital and 20 primary and specialty care medical offices. As one of America’s fastest growing cities, Bakersfield offers affordable housing on the West Coast, beautiful weather, high-quality education and it is just a few hours away from Yosemite and Sequoia National Parks, the Central California Coast and Southern California’s great sports, theaters, concerts and amusement parks. Job Summary: Delivers coordinated nursing care for a patient or an assigned group of patients according to established standards of care and the nursing process. Supervises and directs the activities of various levels of assigned nursing staff, and coordinates care with other disciplines while utilizing critical thinking, professional and supervisory discretion, and independent judgment. Job Requirements: Education and Work Experience: Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN): Preferred Acute care facility experience: Preferred Licenses/Certifications: Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in the state of practice: Required Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) or Basic Life Support (BLS OR HS-BLS OR RQIBLS) certification: Required Essential Functions: Collects relevant data pertinent to the patient?s health or situation. Analyzes the assessment data in determining diagnosis and care issues. Develops a plan that prescribes interventions to attain outcomes. Implements the plan, coordinates care delivery, and employs strategies to promote health and a safe environment. Evaluates progress toward attaining outcomes. Identifies outcomes for the patient or the patient?s situation. Collaborates with the team of patient, family, and healthcare providers in providing patient care in a safe, healing, humane, and caring environment. Provides learning opportunities for patients/family members and team members. Directly provides health information to patients, families, and treatment team. Participates in discharge planning in order to provide continuity of care. Delegates appropriately and coordinates duties of healthcare team members. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
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Statistics on RN Travel Jobs in Bakersfield, CA

View helpful statistics based on historical data about RN travel jobs in and near Bakersfield. This data is based on the last three months of RN job postings in and around Bakersfield. Our statistics are updated regularly, which means you can find the most accurate Registered Nurse job salary trends, the types of shifts, and common contract durations available in Bakersfield and more. Find out more about travel nursing salaries here.

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FAQs About Registered Nurse Jobs in Bakersfield, California

On average, how much does an RN travel nurse make in Bakersfield?

A Registered Nurse in Bakersfield can make an average of $2,256 per week.

What hospitals and healthcare facilities have Registered Nurse staff in or around Bakersfield?

  • Bakersfield Memorial Hospital in Bakersfield
  • Mercy Southwest Hospital in Bakersfield
  • Adventist Health Bakersfield in Bakersfield
  • Adventist Health Hanford in Hanford (74.7 miles from Bakersfield)
  • Adventist Health Simi Valley in Simi Valley (77.4 miles from Bakersfield)
  • St. John’s Regional Medical Center in Oxnard (81.7 miles from Bakersfield)

Historically, what is the most common contract length for Registered Nurse travel job in Bakersfield?

Based on recent travel nursing agencies data, the most common duration for a Registered Nurse job in Bakersfield is 13 weeks.

How many travel Registered Nurse jobs are available in Bakersfield currently?

There are currently 13 Registered Nurse travel jobs available in Bakersfield. We also get new jobs daily, so be sure to apply now and a recruiter will help you find the perfect fit as jobs become available.

How much does a night shift Registered Nurse make on average in Bakersfield and nearby cities?

A: 12 Hour Night shift Registered Nurse in Bakersfield can make an average of $2,165 per week based on recent job availability and travel nurse salary data.

What shifts are most common for RN travel jobs near Bakersfield?

Based on the last 6 months of data, 12 Hour Night shifts were the most common in Bakersfield and surrounding areas.

How much does a day shift Registered Nurse make on average in Bakersfield and nearby cities?

A: 12 Hour Day shift Registered Nurse in Bakersfield can make an average of $2,098 per week based on recent job availability.

What are the top paying Registered Nurse jobs available in or near Bakersfield currently?

Locating RN Travel Nursing Jobs in Bakersfield

Facilities like Bakersfield Memorial Hospital, Mercy Southwest Hospital and Adventist Health Bakersfield in Bakersfield all offer RN departments. It’s an amazing city to work in and is close to neighborhoods like Kern (zip code 93305), East Bakersfield (zip code 93305) and Kayandee (zip code 93307).

Other popular cities near Bakersfield for RN job opportunities are Taft (29.4 miles), Delano (30.2 miles), and Lake Isabella (35 miles). These nearby zip codes often have opportunities: 93230 (74.7 miles), 93062 (77.4 miles), and 93030 (81.7 miles).

Bakersfield Hospitals

In Bakersfield there are 7 hospitals & healthcare facilities with RN staff. See what types of shifts, contract durations, job specialties, and nearby neighborhoods each facility might offer to help you find your next RN travel nursing position in or nearby Bakersfield.

Adventist Health Bakersfield
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 10 D, 10 E, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
4 wks, 7 wks, 8 wks, 10 wks, 11 wks, 12 wks, 13 wks, 20 wks, 25 wks, and 26 wks
Departments
Cardiac Catheterization Lab Registered Nurse, Cardiac Catheterization Lab Registered Nurse, Emergency Room RN, Intensive Care Unit RN, Labor & Delivery Registered Nurse, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Operating Room RN, Operating Room Surgical Technology, Operating Room Surgical Technology, Operation Room Nursing Surgical Technology, Operation Room Nursing Surgical Technology, Post Anesthesia Care Unit, Postpartum, RN Case Manager, and Telemetry RN
Address
2615 Chester Ave.
Bakersfield, CA 93301
Nearby Neighborhoods
Kern (93305), Landco (93384), East Bakersfield (93305), Kayandee (93307), Kern City (93309)
Bakersfield Memorial Hospital
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
13 wks, 14 wks, 16 wks, 18 wks, 19 wks, and 28 wks
Departments
Cardiac Catheterization Lab Registered Nurse, Cardiac Catheterization Lab Registered Nurse, Cardiovascular Operating Room Registered Nurse, Emergency Room LPN/LVN, Emergency Room RN, First Assist Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit RN, Interventional Radiology, Labor & Delivery Registered Nurse, Medical Surgical Registered Nurse, Nurse Manager, Operating Room RN, Operating Room Surgical Technology, Operating Room Surgical Technology, Operation Room Nursing Surgical Technology, Operation Room Nursing Surgical Technology, Outpatient LPN/LVN, Pediatric Emergency Room, Pediatric Intensive Care Unit RN, Pediatric RN, Post Anesthesia Care Unit, Postpartum, RN Case Manager, and Telemetry RN
Address
420 34th Street
Bakersfield, CA 93301
Nearby Neighborhoods
Kern (93305), East Bakersfield (93305), Kayandee (93307), Landco (93384), Kern City (93309)
Mercy Southwest Hospital
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
13 wks, 14 wks, 16 wks, and 20 wks
Departments
Emergency Room LPN/LVN, Emergency Room RN, First Assist Registered Nurse, Labor & Delivery Registered Nurse, Operating Room RN, Operating Room Surgical Technology, Operating Room Surgical Technology, Operation Room Nursing Surgical Technology, Operation Room Nursing Surgical Technology, Post Anesthesia Care Unit, and Telemetry RN
Address
400 Old River Road
Bakersfield, CA 93311
Nearby Neighborhoods
Quailwood (93309), Kern City (93309), Gosford (93311), Landco (93384), Venola (93313)
* Estimate of payments is intended for informational purposes and includes hourly wages, as well as reimbursements for meal & incidental expenses and housing expenses incurred on behalf of the Company. Please speak with a recruiter for additional details.