Travel Medical-Surgical RN in Tehachapi, CA

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Job Details

Location Tehachapi, CA
Discipline RN-MS
Date Posted April 22, 2026

Job Description

Set in the scenic surroundings of Tehachapi, CA, this travel nursing role offers the chance to grow your career while enjoying everything this charming mountain community has to offer. Tehachapi is known for its welcoming local vibe, beautiful landscapes, and easy access to outdoor adventurefrom hiking trails and mountain vistas to quaint downtown shops. Embrace the opportunity to broaden your nursing skill set as you encounter a variety of patient needs within a 21-bed facility featuring Medical-Surgical (MS), Swing beds, and 16 beds dedicated to telemetry.

You'll gain valuable experience collaborating with interdisciplinary teams and adapting to different workplace cultures. Exposure to advanced documentation (Cerner), Pyxis medication systems, and a streamlined communication approach will enhance your clinical expertise, all while allowing you to add diverse accomplishments to your professional portfolio.

Schedule/Hours

  • Rotating weekends
  • Set pattern schedules with flexibility to pick up open shifts

Qualifications

  • Valid RN license
  • Experience in medical-surgical and/or telemetry nursing strongly preferred
  • Adaptability to float to the ED for admission holds
  • Proficiency with Cerner and Pyxis systems is beneficial
  • Strong communication and bedside reporting skills

Responsibilities

  • Provide high-quality patient care in MS, Swing, and Telemetry units
  • Manage patient loads with ratios of Tele 4:1 and MS/Swing 5:1
  • Respond to rotating weekend shifts and occasional call-offs
  • Collaborate with pharmacists (on-site days/remote nights), remote intensivists, and on-site hospitalists
  • Perform thorough shift reports at the bedside using AIDET communication approach

Benefits and Perks

  • Premium travel compensation
  • Tax-advantaged stipends for housing and meals
  • Comprehensive healthcare, dental, and vision benefits
  • Access to 401(k) retirement options for long-term security
  • Dedicated travel assistance to streamline every assignment move
  • Boost your nursing resume with valuable multi-unit experience and exposure to diverse patient populations

Ready to discover all Tehachapi has to offer and expand your clinical portfolio? Apply today to launch your next rewarding travel adventure and elevate your nursing career!

Compensation for this position ranges from $26.59 to $50.00. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.

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