Registered Nurse - NICU - Full Time - Shift
Kern MedicalBakersfield, California, United States
Posted March 5, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Kern Medical, founded in 1867, is a 222‑bed acute‑care teaching hospital serving the Fresno‑Los Angeles region. The hospital offers a Level II trauma program, high‑risk pregnancy care, inpatient psychiatric services, and a network of integrated outpatient clinics. As an academic partner of UCLA’s David Geffen School of Medicine, it trains more than 200 residents, fellows, and medical students annually across specialties such as internal medicine, surgery, and emergency medicine. Kern Medical distinguishes itself through its commitment to community‑focused, high‑quality care, continual adoption of advanced technologies, and a collaborative culture that blends clinical excellence with education.
Job Description
Kern Medical is seeking a Registered Nurse to work in the NICU. The successful candidate will have a valid and unrestricted license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of California. The position offers a range of benefits, including a new hire bonus, premium pay, shift differential pay, and a comprehensive benefits package.
Requirements
- Graduation from an accredited registered nursing program with a Bachelor or Associate's degree preferred
- Valid and unrestricted license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of California
- Current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) card
- Possession of specific certificates of competency or completion of designated education as a condition of employment
Benefits
- New Hire Bonus: $6,000.00
- New Hire Premium: +6% of base rate of pay, matched up to 6% if contributed to Deferred Compensation Plan
- Shift Differential Pay: P.M. shift (7:00 PM - 7:30 AM) = 10% of base pay
- Comprehensive Benefits Package: includes Holidays, Paid Time Off, Retirement, Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance