Travel PICU RN - $2,428 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in San Diego, California. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care Discipline: RN Start Date: 12/07/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, rotating Employment Type: Travel Assignment Overview Shift: Rotating, 3x12hrs Hours: 36 hrs/wk Start Date: Dec 7, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is hiring a Registered Nurse for a Pediatric ICU position requiring a CA RN license, 2 years of recent independent PICU experience, and CVP/ICP monitoring skills. Details High acuity Pediatric ICU (PICU) unit within a Level 1 trauma teaching hospital Patient population includes injury, respiratory failure, shock, multi-system failure, poisonings, near drowning, meningitis, post-op cardiac surgical care, and neurosurgery cases Patient ratio of 1:1-2 Variable Day/Night or straight night shifts available (3x12 hours, 7:00-19:00 or 19:00-7:00) Weekend requirements vary by shift: day shift requires 4 weekend shifts (Sat/Sun), night shift requires 5 weekend shifts (Fri/Sat), with one full weekend off per 4-week schedule No on-call requirements Floating within scope required to meet facility needs, including between PICU, CVPICU, and NICU units Uses Epic charting system Any scrub color permitted Free traveler parking available Requirements Active CA RN license required, or must have an ETA for licensure to be considered Current BLS and PALS certifications required Minimum 2 years of recent, independent PICU experience required within the last year (not including orientation time) Experience in a PICU unit with at least 10 beds required Level 1 trauma experience required At least one prior travel assignment preferred, though strong candidates without travel experience will be considered Experience required with ventilators, multiple monitors, CVP monitoring, and EKG Skills required include IV therapy/phlebotomy, arterial line management, ventilator management, interpretation and management of dysrhythmias, central venous pressure monitoring, and external ventricular drain (EVD) care ICP monitoring experience preferred Additional Information Deliver high-acuity nursing care within a nationally recognized, Magnet-designated, Level 1 trauma pediatric hospital Facility has been named one of the Top 10 Best Children's Hospitals in the Nation by U.S. News & World Report and holds Beacon Award Excellence and Great Place to Work certifications Must work 2 of the following 3 holidays, including holiday eves: Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's, with no holiday time off approved Maximum RTO is 7 days, with a minimum of 3 shifts required during that week First-time travelers are welcome to apply, though candidates with prior travel experience are preferred Local candidates within 50 miles of the facility are not accepted Former permanent staff must be separated from the facility for at least 1 year before becoming eligible to travel Clinicians who are DNR (Do Not Return) for Children's Hospital of Orange County (CHOC) will not be considered due to the merger with Rady Children's Health Travelers who complete a full year at Rady or CHOC must wait 90 days before returning as a traveler American Traveler Job ID P-747338. 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: Travel RN - Pediatric ICU About American Traveler 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.