Travel Nurse RN - Nurse Manager - $2,800 to $3,000 per week in Bakersfield, CA

Registered Nurse (RN) | Nurse Manager
Location: Bakersfield, CA
Agency: United Health Care Staffing, Inc.
Pay: $2,800 to $3,000 per week
Shift Information: Nights - 3 days x 12 hours
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

TravelNurseSource is working with United Health Care Staffing, Inc. to find a qualified Nurse Manager RN in Bakersfield, California, 93301!

Travel RN – Nurse Shift Manager | Bakersfield, CA | Leadership Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic RN Nurse Shift Manager to join a leading healthcare facility in Bakersfield, CA . This is a unique opportunity for seasoned nurses to step into a leadership-focused role , combining clinical expertise with team management and patient care oversight.

Position Details

• Title: Travel RN – Nurse Shift Manager
• Location: Bakersfield, CA (93311)
• Shift: Nights
• Schedule: Every Other Weekend (EOW), First to Float
• Employment Type: Travel/Contract
• Interview Process: Manager Interview Required

Compensation Highlights

• OT after 8 hours/day (24 regular + 12 OT hours)
• OT billed after 40 hours/week (same rate as regular)

Role Overview

This position is a hybrid leadership role , combining responsibilities of a:

• Charge Nurse
• Clinical Mentor
• Shift Manager

You will play a key role in ensuring safe, high-quality patient care while supporting staff, resolving issues, and maintaining smooth unit operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide on-shift leadership and clinical oversight
• Serve as a resource for staff on clinical and operational matters
• Perform patient rounding to ensure quality and safety standards
• Address patient care concerns, service issues, and safety risks
• Support and mentor nursing staff to maintain a positive work environment
• Take charge nurse assignments as needed based on census and staffing
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes

Required Qualifications

• Active RN License (CA)
• BLS, ACLS, NIHSS (AHA or APEX required)
• Recent experience as a Charge RN (required in last assignment)
• Prior travel experience required (No first-time travelers)

Orientation

• 3 Weeks Total Orientation
  • Week 1: Classroom Training
  • Weeks 2–3: Unit-Based Orientation

Additional Information

• Floating: Required (first to float)
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
• Strong emphasis on leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills

Ideal Candidate

• Proven leadership experience in acute care settings
• Confident in handling high-pressure situations and staffing challenges
• Strong clinical judgment and decision-making skills
• Excellent team-building and communication abilities

✨ Step into a leadership role where you can make a real impact—apply today to lead, mentor, and elevate patient care in Bakersfield!

About United Health Care Staffing, Inc.

"Better Pay" and "Zero Headaches" and Ready to love your scrubs again?

At United Health Care Staffing, we don’t just fill shifts; we fulfill bucket lists. Since 2004, we’ve been the ultimate career wingman for nurses, therapists, and allied health pros who crave better pay, real flexibility, and zero administrative headaches.

We believe you are a human, not just a headcount. Whether you are chasing travel adventures across the U.S. or seeking the perfect local placement, we handle the gritty logistics so you can focus on saving lives (and actually enjoying your days off).

Join the team where "Heart meets Tech"—and get the VIP career treatment you deserve.

Requirements

ACLS (AHA), BLS (AHA), NIHSS - AHA or APEX

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