Travel Registered Nurse

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN CVICU for a travel nursing job in Orange, California.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: CVICU
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/31/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 31, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a CVICU RN with at least 2 years of CVPICU/PICU experience for a night shift position requiring CA licensure.

Details

• work in the Cardiovascular Pediatric ICU (CVPICU) of a children's hospital
• highly variable patient population that is mostly surgical, with a large majority being infants and varying acuity levels
• unit utilizes ECMO with dedicated technicians running the pumps
• specialized procedures and equipment include Nitric Oxide, pacemakers, chest tubes, and invasive monitors
• performs bedside procedures such as chest tube placement and cardioversions
• uses Cerner documentation system
• night shift schedule of 3x12-hour shifts (7:00 PM - 7:00 AM)
• requires 4 weekend shifts per month with some holiday coverage in rotation with regular staff
• floating required, prioritized to PICU or NICU first, then to Pediatric M/S Onc floor as needed
• no floating to ED or Mental Health units
• no on-call requirements

Requirements

• active California RN license required in hand at time of consideration
• minimum 2 years of CVPICU/PICU experience required
• current certifications required: ACLS, BLS, and PALS
• CCRN certification preferred
• prior travel nursing experience preferred, though strong candidates with 2+ years of experience may be considered as first-time travelers
• Trauma Level I experience preferred
• skills required include IV therapy/phlebotomy, administration of blood and blood products, arterial line management, central line/implanted line care, and PICC line management
• experience with emergency medications, antiarrhythmics, continuous sedation, and IV vasopressors required
• pediatric dosage calculation skills required
• respiratory skills required including intubation assistance/management and ventilator management for ventilated patients
• cardiovascular skills required including CVP monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, and post cardiac surgery/pacemaker insertion care
• ECMO experience preferred
• experience with post-acute abdominal surgery and post-neurosurgery care required
• experience with post-op day 2 surgical recovery required
• two supervisor-level or above references required, from the applicable unit and dated within 1 year of start date or from most recent employer

Additional Information

• provide direct nursing care to critically ill pediatric cardiovascular patients, including surgical and post-surgical cases
• travelers are prioritized for floating assignments per facility policy
• up to 16 hours of orientation modules may be required, varying by specialty
• maximum of 7 days RTO permitted, with no RTO allowed during the first week of the assignment
• local candidates within 50 miles of the facility are not accepted
• former staff must be separated for at least 1 year before reapplying to travel positions
• candidates previously marked as do-not-return from Rady Children's will not be considered for this position due to health system merger
• return CHOC travelers previously cancelled from Rady's require leadership review for rehire eligibility

American Traveler Job ID #P- . 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 - Pediatric Cardiovascular 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.