Travel nursing at Ridgecrest Regional Hospital
1081 North China Lake Blvd, Ridgecrest, CA 93555 · Critical Access · Emergency department
Charts in Altera ParagonHousing stipend ceiling (GSA FY2027)
$1,148/wk
≈ $4,975/month tax-free max for Bakersfield / Ridgecrest (lodging $164/night year-round), plus up to $518/wk for meals.
Aim for $3,000–$4,000/month in rent (60–80% of the ceiling). Landlords often price right up to the ceiling; with a stipend at the max, staying in that range keeps about $975–$1,975 a month for you.
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Altera Paragon
Paragon® for Hospitals EHR, reported to CMS for 2024.
Nursing license in California
Not a compact state
You'll likely need a CA license (or a temporary permit) before you start. California details
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