Travel PICU RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PICU
- Pediatric Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in San Diego, California.

• Specialty:
  PICU
  - Pediatric Intensive Care
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/09/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift:
  10 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 4x10hrs
• Hours:
  
  40 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Nov 9, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Pediatric ICU RN for a 13-week day shift assignment requiring active CA RN license and critical care pediatric experience.

• Work in a Level 1 trauma, Magnet-recognized children's hospital PICU setting
• 4x10-hour day shifts with variable start times between 10:30am and 12:30pm
• Possible standby/on-call based on department needs
• Call requirements include 1 call shift per weeknight or every other weekend, plus 1 holiday call as needed
• Must be available to work weekends with full scheduling flexibility
• No floating required to sister facilities
• Uses Epic charting system
• Scrubs of any color permitted

• Active CA RN license required (in hand or with confirmed ETA from licensing board)
• Current BLS/CPR (AHA) and PALS (AHA) certifications required
• Minimum 1 year of pediatric hospital experience required
• Minimum 1 year of travel experience required
• Critical care experience required
• Associate's degree required
• Experience with airway management, ventilators, extubation, pain control, cardiac monitoring, fluid and electrolyte management, and discharge instructions
• Accurate SSN and DOB required for system access and compliance

• Provide critical care nursing to pediatric ICU patients including airway and ventilator management
• Facility recognized as a Top 10 Children's Hospital, Magnet facility, Beacon Award recipient, and teaching hospital
• Compliance documents due by the Wednesday prior to start
• Maximum RTO of 6 days must be confirmed upfront
• Required to work 2 out of 3 holidays
• First-time travelers are accepted for this position
• Local candidates within 50 miles of the facility are not accepted
• Former permanent staff must be separated for at least 1 year before being eligible to travel
• Candidates who are DNR status with CHOC will not be considered due to the Rady-CHOC merger
• Travelers who reach their one-year mark at Rady or CHOC must wait 90 days before returning as a traveler
• Free traveler parking available

American Traveler Job  #P-775569. Pay package is based on 10 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title:
Travel RN
- Pediatric ICU

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.