Travel PICU Registered Nurse - $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: 08/24/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) Nurse position in Oakland, California. This role involves providing high-quality intensive care for pediatric patients within a dedicated unit. The nurse will be responsible for delivering specialized patient care, following hospital policies and procedures, and working collaboratively with the healthcare team to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Job Details:

• Schedule: Night shifts, 12 hours per day, with a minimum of 36 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications: 5 years of cardiac experience; 5 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); Pediatric Advanced Cardiac Life Support (PALS).
• Preferred Qualifications: Bachelors degree in nursing or a related field.
• Additional Information: Candidates must possess and maintain relevant licenses and certifications as listed. No minimum experience requirement beyond the specified qualifications. The position is located in Oakland, California, with start date on 08/24/2026.

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 #1278194. 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