RN Jobs in Bakersfield, CA

Registered Nurses (RN) play a pivotal role in the nursing industry, providing critical care and support to patients across a variety of healthcare settings. These professionals are responsible for assessing patient conditions, recording medical histories, administering treatments, performing diagnostic tests, and educating patients on their illnesses or injuries. RNs are also essential in implementing and evaluating patient care plans, communicating with healthcare teams, and advocating for patient rights. They may specialize in various areas such as critical care, pediatrics, or geriatrics.

Before becoming a RN, a person may have roles such as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), or a Medical Assistant (MA). These positions provide valuable experience and insight into the nursing profession. To become a RN, individuals must earn a diploma, associate degree, or bachelor's degree in nursing. They must then pass the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-RN) to become licensed. Additional certifications and skills RNs should have include Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS). Critical thinking, communication, empathy, and attention to detail are also vital skills for this role.

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L&D RN (Registered Nurse) in Delano, CA - Contract

  • Capstone Healthcare Staffing
  • Delano, CA (24 miles from Bakersfield, CA)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Delano, CA (24 miles from Bakersfield, CA)
  • 18 hours ago

As a Labor & Delivery Registered Nurse, you will play a crucial role in supporting mothers and their newborns during the birthing process....

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OR RN (Registered Nurse) in Bakersfield, CA - Contract

  • Capstone Healthcare Staffing
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 21 days ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 21 days ago

Registered Nurse - Operating Room Bakersfield, CA Specialty: Operating Room (OR) Position Type: Travel Contract Length: 13 weeks Pay: $2242 - $2701 | Shift: 4x10 Days Are you an experienced Operating...

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Travel Surgical First Assistant RN

  • Fusion Medical Staffing
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 3 days ago

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Travel OR RN

  • Fusion Medical Staffing
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 20 days ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 20 days ago

(AHA/ARC), PALS (AHA/ARC) or ENPC certifications OR Nursing Certification (CNOR) Other certifications and licenses may be required for this position Summary: The Operating Room Registered Nurse provides...

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Travel Nurse (RN) - Labor & Delivery (L&D)

  • Epic Travel Staffing
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 22 hours ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 22 hours ago

Epic Travel Staffing is hiring a Travel RN - Labor and Delivery Shift: Nights, 7p-7a, 12x3, 36 hrs per week, will consider 48's Length: 13 weeks Requirements: CA license 2 Years Experience AHA BLS AHA...

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RN, Surgery, Specialty Bakersfield (Full-Time, Day Shift)

  • Adventist Health
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 1 hour ago

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...

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Registered Nurse - Operating Room

  • Soliant Health
  • Lamont, CA (11 miles from Bakersfield, CA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Lamont, CA (11 miles from Bakersfield, CA)
  • 1 hour ago

Desired Qualifications: Active and unrestricted RN license. Minimum of 1 year of recent experience in an operating room setting....

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Registered Nurse - Operating Room (OR RN) in Arvin, CA

  • Soliant Health
  • Arvin, CA (22 miles from Bakersfield, CA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Arvin, CA (22 miles from Bakersfield, CA)
  • 1 hour ago

Category Nursing - RN-Operating Room Job Type Contract A rewarding contract opportunity awaits skilled and compassionate Registered Nurses with a background in the Operating Room....

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Operating Room Registered Nurse

  • MedPro Healthcare Staffing
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 1 hour ago

Key Words: Registered Nurse, RN, Operating Room, Scrub, Circulate, OR, Contract Nurse, Travel Nurse, Agency RN, Travel RN, Nursing, Contract, Perioperative nurse *Weekly payment estimates are intended...

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RN Surgical Services

  • Common Spirit
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 5 hours ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 5 hours ago

Job Summary and Responsibilities As our Surgical Registered Nurse (RN), you will be a pivotal healthcare professional, delivering compassionate, high-quality care that truly impacts our patients' well-being...

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RN Neuro Telemetry

  • Common Spirit
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 5 hours ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 5 hours ago

Job Summary and Responsibilities As our Registered Nurse (RN) in Neuro Telemetry, you will be a pivotal healthcare professional, delivering compassionate, high-quality care that truly impacts our patients...

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Registered Nurse Full Time Nights

  • Ernest Health
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 14 hours ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 14 hours ago

Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree preferred. Current state license as a Registered Nurse required. Current CPR Certification required. One (1) year recent experience preferred....

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Registered Nurse - Operating Room - Full Time - Shift

  • Kern Medical
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 15 hours ago

It is designed to accommodate the expanding experience of the Registered Nurse (RN) resulting in the ability to orient nurses with limited experience and re-entry nurses to current clinical practice...

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Registered Nurse - NICU - Full Time - Shift

  • Kern Medical
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 15 hours ago

Nurse; Or Possession of an active temporary license issued by the State of California to practice as a Registered Nurse....

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Nicu RN

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 16 hours ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 16 hours ago

Description: As a NICU RN, you'll work in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit to provide care for newborns that are either sick or premature....

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Salary for RN Jobs in Bakersfield, CA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

RNs in Bakersfield, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
40.4%
Associate's Degree
24.1%
Master's Degree
16.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
9.2%
High School or GED
6.4%
Doctorate Degree
2.6%
Some College
0.7%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by RNs in Bakersfield, CA
1-2 years
34.5%
None
19.4%
Less than 1 year
18.4%
4-6 years
13.4%
6-8 years
12.9%
2-4 years
1.4%


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