Travel Nurse RN - PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care - $3,355 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 09/28/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
A Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) Registered Nurse position is available in Santa Clara, California. This role involves providing specialized care to critically ill pediatric patients in a fast-paced environment. Candidates are required to bring their nursing license on the first day of their assignment.

Job Details:

• Location: Santa Clara, California
• Specialty: Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU)
• Shift Hours: 12 hours each night shift
• Minimum Hours Per Week: 36 hours
• Start Date: 09/08/2026
• Required Qualifications: Graduate of an accredited nursing program; Registered Nurse License (in the state where care is provided); Basic Life Support (BLS); Pediatric Advanced Cardiac Life Support (PALS); ACLS. No minimum experience required.
• Preferred Qualifications: None specified.
• Schedule: Night shifts, 12 hours per day, minimum 36 hours per week.
• Additional Information: Candidates must possess all required certifications and license. No qualification assessment is needed for this role.

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

Posted Date: 2026-09-07

Cross Country Job ID #1278226. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 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