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Vivian Health

Travel Telemetry Charge Nurse - $2,625 per week

Vivian Health, Bakersfield, California, United States, 93399

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American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Telemetry Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Bakersfield, California.

Job Description & Requirements

Specialty:

Telemetry

Discipline:

RN

Start Date:

12/15/2025

Duration:

13 weeks

36 hours per week

Shift:

12 hours, days

Employment Type:

Travel

Job Description American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Telemetry position in an acute care setting in California, requiring a CA RN license and recent charge nurse experience.

Responsibilities

Work in the Telemetry unit within an acute care hospital setting

Day shifts with 12-hour scheduling and every other weekend required

First to float as needed within the facility

Charge nurse responsibilities required during shifts

Patient population consists of telemetry monitoring cases

Uses Cerner EMR system

Assignment duration is 13 weeks

Blend of charge nurse, clinical mentor, and manager responsibilities, including rounding on patients, addressing service or safety issues, and providing staff support

Three weeks of comprehensive orientation, including one week classroom and two weeks on unit

Must be comfortable with on-shift leadership and supporting a positive work environment

Mandatory participation in facility-specific skills assessment and orientation modules

Scrub color requirements will be communicated prior to start

Requirements

Active CA RN license required at the time of application

Minimum of 3 years of recent RN experience required

Must have served as a charge RN in the most recent assignment

Current ACLS, BLS (AHA), and NIHSS (AHA or APEX) certifications required No first-time travelers will be considered

Two professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months and one peer or supervisor from within the last three years

Copy of driver's license required

Must not have been employed by any CommonSpirit, CHI, or Dignity facility in the past year

Benefits

High Pay and Bonuses

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options

401(k) Plan

Weekly Payroll Deposit

Free Online CEUs

Generous Housing Allowance

Travel and Licensure Reimbursements

Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy

Traveler Rewards and Discounts

American Traveler Job ID #P-637535. 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 - Telemetry

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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