Travel Nurse RN - Operating Room - $2,038 to $2,164 per week in Bakersfield, CA
Company: TravelNurseSource
Location: Bakersfield
Posted on: February 18, 2026
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Job Description:
Registered Nurse (RN) | Operating Room Location: Bakersfield, CA
Agency: AMN Healthcare Pay: $2,038 to $2,164 per week Shift
Information: Days - 3 days x 12 hours Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: 3/16/2026 About the Position TravelNurseSource is
working with AMN Healthcare to find a qualified OR RN in
BAKERSFIELD, California, 93301! Job Description & Requirements
Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse - Operating Room - Travel -
(OR RN) StartDate: 3/16/2026 Available Shifts: 12 D Pay Rate:
$2038.00 - $2164.00 Formerly known as Bakersfield Heart Hospital
since 1999, Adventist Health Specialty Bakersfield is building upon
a legacy of exceptional heart care and expanding our ability to
better serve Kern County for decades to come. We are comprised of a
47-bed hospital with three operating rooms, four cardiac
catheterization labs and offer a range of specialty services to the
community. 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. Required Qualifications Registered Nurse, OR
Experience: 2 years Licenses: RN-CA Certifications: BLS(Copy
Needed) SSN Required DOB Required References: 2 References in the
last 12 months CA license in hand (, expiration) BLS Must have SSN
& DOB Specialty Bakersfield, Day Shift, RN with orthopedic, neuro
spinal and cardio vascular experience. Ability to scrub cases as
well is highly desirable. Facility Location Surrounded by mountain
ranges, wildflowers and the Kern River, Bakersfield is the ideal
destination for anyone seeking an abundance of recreational
opportunities. Hike the neighboring Sierra Nevada Mountains, enjoy
whitewater rafting or kayaking, or explore the vibrant downtown
district. Boasting a dynamic musical community, the city is also
known as the birthplace of the country music genre known as the
“Bakersfield sound.” Job Benefits At AMN Healthcare we take care of
our travelers! We offer: Competitive pay rates Free, quality,
private housing Medical, Dental, Vision 401(k) and Flex Spending
Life Insurance Accident and Short-term Disability Coverage Free
Continuing Education Refer a friend and earn extra cash! About the
Company At AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most
trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping healthcare
organizations provide quality patient care that continually evolves
to make healthcare more human, more effective, and more achievable.
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Benefits of Travel Nursing A diverse portfolio of experiences adds
depth to your professional profile. This can be beneficial if you
decide to pursue leadership roles, advanced degrees, or specialized
certifications. Facing new challenges regularly builds resilience.
Travel nurses often become more adaptable, resilient, and confident
in their abilities to handle unforeseen circumstances. In times of
public health crises, travel nurses often play essential roles in
vaccination campaigns, disease control efforts, and other
initiatives that contribute to the well-being of communities.
Travel nursing offers flexibility in terms of assignment duration
and location. You can choose short-term or long-term assignments,
and the flexibility allows for a better work-life balance. Working
with diverse patient populations and teams hones your emotional
intelligence. Understanding and navigating different emotions
becomes crucial in providing compassionate patient care.
Requirements Registered Nurse, OR Experience: 2 years Licenses:
RN-CA Certifications: BLS(Copy Needed) SSN Required DOB Required
References: 2 References in the last 12 months CA license in hand
(, expiration) BLS Must have SSN & DOB Specialty Bakersfield, Day
Shift, RN with orthopedic, neuro spinal and cardio vascular
experience. Ability to scrub cases as well is highly desirable.
Benefits At AMN Healthcare we take care of our travelers! We offer:
Competitive pay rates Free, quality, private housing Medical,
Dental, Vision 401(k) and Flex Spending Life Insurance Accident and
Short-term Disability Coverage Free Continuing Education Refer a
friend and earn extra cash! 29369943EXPTEMP
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