Travel Nurse RN - PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care - $3,225 per week

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Oakland, California.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 07/27/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
The Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) Nursing position is located in Oakland, California. This role involves providing specialized critical care nursing to pediatric patients in a facility setting. It requires a dedicated healthcare professional committed to delivering high-quality patient care within a fast-paced environment.

Job Details:

• Schedule: Days shift with 12 hours per day, minimum of 36 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications: Five years of experience in cardiac care, five years of straight Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) experience (not floating), graduate of an accredited nursing program, valid registered nurse license in the state where care is provided, Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, Pediatric Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification, and licensure and certifications must be current.
• Preferred Qualifications: Bachelors degree in nursing or related field.
• Float: Float rotation may be required.
• Additional Information: The assignment starts on 07/27/2026. Candidates should be prepared to meet the clinical and operational staffing requirements of the position.

Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits

Cross Country Job ID #1278196. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Pediatric Intensive Care Unit

About Cross Country Nurses

You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.

Benefits

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus