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Job DescriptionStep into a mission-driven role as a Travel ICU Registered Nurse in Bakersfield, California, where every shift is an opportunity to save lives, advance practice, and mentor peers under high-stakes conditions. In this ICU assignment, you’ll lead critical care for adults with respiratory, cardiac, and multi-system emergencies, manage ventilators and hemodynamic support, titrate vasoactive medications, and coordinate care with physicians, pharmacists, and therapists. Your clinical judgment will guide early interventions, infection control, and patient-family communication, helping families find hope amid rapid change. Beyond the bedside, this adventure invites you to discover California’s rich scenery—coastal drives along the Pacific, the granite majesty of Sierra Nevada foothills, wine country vineyards, and the sprawling beauty of urban and rural towns. The state’s diversity complements your professional growth with exposure to varied patient populations, protocols, and census patterns, empowering you to refine your practice while enjoying time off to explore. The assignment starts on 12/08/2025 for a set of weeks, with the possibility to extend or rotate through additional locations across the United States, tailoring your career path to your professional and personal goals. Bakersfield itself offers a welcoming community with a thriving restaurant scene, parks and outdoor spaces, and a strategic base for exploring the Sierra foothills and weekend getaways along the coast. Location benefits: Bakersfield offers a welcoming community atmosphere with convenient amenities, affordable living options, and access to outdoor recreation, including parks, biking trails, and nearby mountains for weekend escapes. As part of a broader national travel program, you’ll also have the option to experience different facilities across the U.S.—urban centers and community hospitals alike—gaining exposure to diverse ICU protocols, equipment, and care models. You’ll benefit from the security of working with a company that coordinates housing, scheduling, and streamlined logistics, so you can focus on clinical excellence and patient outcomes. And because every traveler deserves support, 24/7 assistance travels with you, backed by a dedicated team ready to handle emergencies, coordinate credentialing, and resolve issues so you can stay present at the bedside. Role specifics and benefits: In this ICU RN role, you’ll perform and oversee critical care duties including patient assessment, invasive line care, ventilator management, sedation and analgesia monitoring, early mobility strategies, and rapid response escalation when patient status changes. You’ll participate in care planning, participate in daily rounds, document thoroughly, and educate patients and families to demystify complex therapies. The position offers competitive weekly pay between $1,907 and $2,090, with housing assistance and a sign-on bonus to ease transition. We also provide extension opportunities for continued assignments, predictable opportunities to increase responsibility, and access to continuing education resources to help you stay at the forefront of critical care. In addition to clinical support, you’ll receive mentorship, structured orientation, and access to a broad network of clinical peers who share best practices. You’ll be part of a system that prioritizes safety, standardization, and evidence-based practice, and you’ll benefit from proactive scheduling and a transparent path toward advancement. How this role supports you: you’ll receive dedicated travel coordination, credentialing assistance, and ongoing clinical support; a mentored onboarding with hands-on simulation refreshers to ensure confidence on day one; and the chance to extend into other facilities with similar patient populations to maintain momentum and growth. Company values: Our organization is built on empowering clinicians to grow—whether through leadership tracks, specialty certifications, or cross-functional collaboration. We foster a supportive, inclusive culture where feedback is welcomed, achievements celebrated, and work-life balance respected. You’ll join teams that value your input, encourage professional resilience, and invest in your long-term success through dedicated resources, education stipends, and a commitment to your well-being as a caregiver. Here, your impact is recognized, your voice matters in shaping safer patient care, and your career trajectory is designed to align with your aspirations. Call to action: If you’re ready to apply your ICU expertise where it truly matters, to explore California’s vast landscapes while shaping the future of critical care, we invite you to join us. Apply today to embark on a journey that honors your skill, expands your practice, and partners with you for a rewarding career across multiple locations and assignments. Note: The hours and pay rates listed are estimates and may vary; final compensation packages and guaranteed hours will be confirmed during the hiring process. Thank you for choosing TLC Nursing for your next travel assignment. Let's expedite your submission to the job of your liking by completing your professional profile on our iTraveler app. We invite you to download our iTraveler app from the App Store or Google Play to simplify your travel nursing journey. The iTraveler app streamlines your experience, providing access to job listings, schedules, and important updates at your fingertips. Stay connected with TLC Nursing and take control of your healthcare career with the iTraveler app. We highly recommend our applicants install the iTraveler app along with completing their professional profile and uploading the following documents: • Resume, • Active BLS, • COVID Vaccination Card, • Two Professional References, • Skills checklist Did you know you can earn up to $1000 per referral? You DO NOT need to be an employee of TLC Nursing to earn this $$$. You can track each of your referrals and get paid out with Visa Gift Cards once your referral meets our requirements. Click Here to Get Started earning unlimited Referral BONUS!!! You DO NOT need to be a current or former employee of TLC Nursing to earn referral bonuses; EVERYONE Qualifies for this BONUS!!! So, WHY choose to travel with TLC Nursing? TLC Nursing is your destination for boutique travel nursing jobs. TLC Nursing has the best and the highest paying travel RN, travel LPN, and travel Allied jobs. Discover rewarding careers in travel nursing with TLC Nursing, a nurse-owned and operated travel nursing agency. Our wide range of job listings includes travel nursing jobs, travel allied jobs, travel RN jobs, and travel LPN jobs. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive work environment that fosters growth and development. At TLC Nursing, we're not just a staffing agency but a healthcare family dedicated to positively impacting our community. Join a dynamic team and become part of a caring community that values your skills, dedication, and contributions. Why Join TLC Nursing? Competitive Compensation: Earn the best weekly rates on your assignment. We will beat any offer for the same open position. Diverse Work Settings: You will experience diverse environments such as acute care, long-term care, schools, clinics, summer camps, and prisons. Guaranteed Hours: Secure a consistent 36 or 40-hour workweek with opportunities for overtime. Benefits: Your Wellbeing Matters: Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance. 25K Life Insurance on day one! 401k with matching contribution. Paid Time Off (PTO) Immediate availability of Aflac for your purchase. Stay Comfortable: Opt for our fully furnished housing, including utilities, or choose a housing stipend. Unlimited referral bonus! Access to unlimited continuing education units online. We are proudly a Nurse-owned and operated travel nurse and travel healthcare staffing agency! Vermont Business Magazine voted us The Best Staffing Agency in 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019, and 2017! 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