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Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Per Diem Nursing Jobs California for RNs

Top PICU Travel Nurse Jobs in California for Registered Nurse

AMN Healthcare can help you find the top PICU travel nurse jobs in California. We currently offer 1 of the best available PICU nurse travel jobs in the state. California PICU travel jobs are currently available in cities like Downey. We have new jobs updating daily, so be sure to Apply Now so our specialists can make sure you get first crack. At AMN Healthcare, we’ve made it easy for you to compare California PICU nursing jobs by allowing you to filter based on salary, shift type, location or duration to find the right job for you.

Currently, you can find PICU jobs in California with a salary range from $67 per hour. The city with the highest paying PICU job in California currently is Downey with a position for a Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Nurse (PICU RN) at $72 per hour.

There are many incredible hospital facilities in California to find PICU travel nursing work in. Kaiser Permanente – Downey Medical Center in Downey all have PICU departments that may have jobs available.

If you have a specific start date in mind, we have a variety of options for PICU travel jobs in California.

There are a variety of contract lengths available for a Pediatric Intensive Care Unit travel nurse job in California.

California is a popular place to work for PICU travel nurses, with great things to do, people to meet and places to see! You can learn more about travel nursing benefits here.

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Top Cities in California with Per Diem Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Jobs

AMN Healthcare currently has 1 Pediatric Intensive Care Unit jobs in California and 6 Pediatric Intensive Care Unit jobs nationwide. Be sure to check back daily for updates, or if you’re not finding what you’re looking for immediately, sign up for the AMN Passport App and we’ll connect you directly with a recruiter that can help expedite the process of finding your perfect opportunity.

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Highest Paying Jobs in Downey, CA

AMN Healthcare currently has per diem Pediatric Intensive Care Unit positions available in Downey.
per diem
Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Nurse (PICU RN)
  • Downey, California – 90242
  • 12 N,
  • January 4, 2025
$67 to $72
Hourly Pay*
PICU RN’s provide care for children and adolescents with life-threatening or high acuity conditions that require constant monitoring. PICU RN’s provide medications, intravenous fluids, and artificial nutrition. PICU RN’s collaborate with families, physicians and other healthcare professionals or clinicians, to determine the best course of patient care and recovery. PICU RN’s work in the pediatric intensive care unit; an area within a hospital specializing in the care of critically ill infants, children, and teenagers. The unit below PICU is called Peds, similar to a Med Surg unit at an adult facility. PICU RN’s often float to Peds as needed.Education/Requirements:
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN): 4-Year Education 
  • Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN): 2-Year Education 
  • You must earn an ADN or BSN degree and pass the NCLEX to apply for a license as a RN. 
  • RN‘s can only work with an active state license.
  • ACLS and PALS are often required
*At least 2+ years' experience. Up to 36 hours per week, weekends included. Looking for 5 on AM and 5 on PM shifts. Should be available for a min. of 2 shifts a week.
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Highest Paying Jobs in Detroit, MI

AMN Healthcare currently has per diem Pediatric Intensive Care Unit positions available in Detroit.
per diem
Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Nurse (PICU RN)
  • Detroit, Michigan – 48201
  • 12 N,
  • January 4, 2025
$40 to $43
Hourly Pay*
PICU RN's provide care for children and adolescents with life-threatening or high acuity conditions that require constant monitoring. PICU RN's provide medications, intravenous fluids, and artificial nutrition. PICU RN’s collaborate with families, physicians and other healthcare professionals or clinicians, to determine the best course of patient care and recovery. PICU RN's work in the pediatric intensive care unit; an area within a hospital specializing in the care of critically ill infants, children, and teenagers. The unit below PICU is called Peds, similar to a Med Surg unit at an adult facility. PICU RN’s often float to Peds as needed.Education/Requirements:
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN): 4-Year Education 
  • Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN): 2-Year Education 
  • You must earn an ADN or BSN degree and pass the NCLEX to apply for a license as a RN. 
  • RN‘s can only work with an active state license.
  • ACLS and PALS are often required
*Per Diem Shifts Available  Recent Experience Required.
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Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Nurse (PICU RN)
  • Detroit, Michigan – 48201
  • 12 D,
  • January 4, 2025
$40 to $43
Hourly Pay*
PICU RN's provide care for children and adolescents with life-threatening or high acuity conditions that require constant monitoring. PICU RN's provide medications, intravenous fluids, and artificial nutrition. PICU RN’s collaborate with families, physicians and other healthcare professionals or clinicians, to determine the best course of patient care and recovery. PICU RN's work in the pediatric intensive care unit; an area within a hospital specializing in the care of critically ill infants, children, and teenagers. The unit below PICU is called Peds, similar to a Med Surg unit at an adult facility. PICU RN’s often float to Peds as needed.Education/Requirements:
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN): 4-Year Education 
  • Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN): 2-Year Education 
  • You must earn an ADN or BSN degree and pass the NCLEX to apply for a license as a RN. 
  • RN‘s can only work with an active state license.
  • ACLS and PALS are often required
*Per Diem Shifts Available  Recent Experience Required.
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Highest Paying Jobs in Washington, DC

AMN Healthcare currently has per diem Pediatric Intensive Care Unit positions available in Washington.
per diem
Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Nurse (PICU RN)
  • Washington, District of Columbia – 20007
  • 12 D,
  • January 4, 2025
$85 to $91
Hourly Pay*
PICU RN's provide care for children and adolescents with life-threatening or high acuity conditions that require constant monitoring. PICU RN's provide medications, intravenous fluids, and artificial nutrition. PICU RN’s collaborate with families, physicians and other healthcare professionals or clinicians, to determine the best course of patient care and recovery. PICU RN's work in the pediatric intensive care unit; an area within a hospital specializing in the care of critically ill infants, children, and teenagers. The unit below PICU is called Peds, similar to a Med Surg unit at an adult facility. PICU RN’s often float to Peds as needed.Education/Requirements:
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN): 4-Year Education 
  • Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN): 2-Year Education 
  • You must earn an ADN or BSN degree and pass the NCLEX to apply for a license as a RN. 
  • RN‘s can only work with an active state license.
  • ACLS and PALS are often required
*Must be willing to work 13 week contract *  *Must have flexible availability*
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Highest Paying Jobs in New York, NY

AMN Healthcare currently has per diem Pediatric Intensive Care Unit positions available in New York.
per diem
Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Nurse (PICU RN)
  • New York, New York – 10065
  • 12 N,
  • January 4, 2025
$75 to $81
Hourly Pay*
PICU RN’s provide care for children and adolescents with life-threatening or high acuity conditions that require constant monitoring. PICU RN’s provide medications, intravenous fluids, and artificial nutrition. PICU RN’s collaborate with families, physicians and other healthcare professionals or clinicians, to determine the best course of patient care and recovery. PICU RN’s work in the pediatric intensive care unit; an area within a hospital specializing in the care of critically ill infants, children, and teenagers. The unit below PICU is called Peds, similar to a Med Surg unit at an adult facility. PICU RN’s often float to Peds as needed.Education/Requirements:
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN): 4-Year Education 
  • Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN): 2-Year Education 
  • You must earn an ADN or BSN degree and pass the NCLEX to apply for a license as a RN. 
  • RN‘s can only work with an active state license.
  • ACLS and PALS are often required
*Per Diem Shifts Available  Recent Experience Required.
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Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Nurse (PICU RN)
  • New York, New York – 10065
  • 12 D,
  • January 4, 2025
$75 to $81
Hourly Pay*
PICU RN’s provide care for children and adolescents with life-threatening or high acuity conditions that require constant monitoring. PICU RN’s provide medications, intravenous fluids, and artificial nutrition. PICU RN’s collaborate with families, physicians and other healthcare professionals or clinicians, to determine the best course of patient care and recovery. PICU RN’s work in the pediatric intensive care unit; an area within a hospital specializing in the care of critically ill infants, children, and teenagers. The unit below PICU is called Peds, similar to a Med Surg unit at an adult facility. PICU RN’s often float to Peds as needed.Education/Requirements:
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN): 4-Year Education 
  • Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN): 2-Year Education 
  • You must earn an ADN or BSN degree and pass the NCLEX to apply for a license as a RN. 
  • RN‘s can only work with an active state license.
  • ACLS and PALS are often required
*Per Diem Shifts Available  Recent Experience Required.
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Statistics on PICU Jobs in California

Review helpful statistics about PICU traveling nurse jobs in California. The data is based on the last three complete months of PICU job postings in the state of California. It is regularly updated, so you can find the most recent Pediatric Intensive Care Unit job salary trends, the types of shifts and contract durations most commonly available in California for travel nursing jobs.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Per Diem Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Jobs in California

How much does an Pediatric Intensive Care Unit travel nurse make on average in California?

A PICU nurse in California can make an average of $70 per hour.

How much does a night shift PICU travel nurse make on average in California?

A: A 12 Hour Night shift Pediatric Intensive Care Unit nurse in California can make an average of $70 per hour based on recent job availability.

How much does a day shift PICU travel nurse make on average in California?

A: A 12 Hour Day shift Pediatric Intensive Care Unit nurse in California can make an average of $70 per hour based on recent job availability. Learn more about Travel Nursing Salaries.

How many travel Pediatric Intensive Care Unit jobs are available in California?

There are currently 1 Pediatric Intensive Care Unit travel nursing jobs available in California. We also get new jobs daily, so be sure to apply now and a recruiter will help you find the perfect fit as jobs become available.

What healthcare facilities have RN Pediatric Intensive Care Unit staff in California?

  • Nexxrad in Long Beach
  • AltaMed Medical and Dental Group – West Covina in West Covina
  • UC Davis Department of Psychiatry in Sacramento
  • Kingsburg Community Health Center in Kingsburg
  • Kaiser Permanente – Lancaster Medical Office Building in Lancaster

What types of shifts are most common for PICU travel nursing jobs in California?

Based on the last 6 months of data, 12 Hour Night shifts were the most common shifts in California cities.

Locating PICU Travel Nursing Jobs in California

In California, cities like Downey have per diem PICU nursing jobs and traveling nurse housing available. It’s a great state to work in, hosting facilities like Nexxrad, AltaMed Medical and Dental Group – West Covina, UC Davis Department of Psychiatry, Kingsburg Community Health Center and Kaiser Permanente – Lancaster Medical Office Building, all with nurse specialties and Pediatric Intensive Care Unit staff.

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Healthcare Facilities in California that offer Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Jobs

These are just examples of some of the healthcare facilities in and around the California area that have historically offered jobs for Pediatric Intensive Care Unit professionals.
Bakersfield Memorial Hospital
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
19, 16, 13, 18, and 28
Departments
Cardiovascular Operating Room Case Manager Cath Lab Cath Lab Emergency Room Emergency Room First Assist Intensive Care Unit Interventional Radiology Labor & Delivery Medical Surgical Nurse Manager Operating Room Operating Room Outpatient Pediatric Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Post Anesthesia Care Unit Postpartum Telemetry
Address
420 34th Street
Bakersfield, CA 93301
Nearby Neighborhoods
Kern (93305), East Bakersfield (93305), Kayandee (93307), Landco (93302), Kern City (93309)
Kaiser – Oakland Medical Center
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
13
Departments
Ambulatory Post Anesthesia Care Unit Intensive Care Unit Intensive Care Unit Labor & Delivery Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Oncology Operating Room Pediatric Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Post Anesthesia Care Unit Postpartum Telemetry Telemetry Wound/Ostomy/Continence
Address
280 West MacArthur Boulevard
Oakland, CA 94611
Nearby Neighborhoods
Adams Point (94610), Sharfter (94609), Grand Lake (94610), Rockridge (94618), Uptown (94617)
Kaiser – Santa Clara Medical Center
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
13
Departments
Cardiovascular ICU Case Manager Emergency Room Intensive Care Unit Intensive Care Unit Labor & Delivery Labor & Delivery Medical Surgical Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Oncology Operating Room Operating Room Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Post Anesthesia Care Unit Postpartum Telemetry
Address
700 Lawrence Expressway
Santa Clara, CA 95051
Nearby Neighborhoods
Roundup Trailer Lodge (95054), Garden Court Mobile Home Village (95054), Santa Clara Trailer Village (95054)
Kaiser – Los Angeles Medical Center
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 10 D, 12 D, and 12 N
Job Durations
13 and 11
Departments
Ambulatory Post Anesthesia Care Unit Cardiovascular ICU Cardiovascular Operating Room Cardiovascular Operating Room Cardiovascular Operating Room Case Manager Case Manager Intensive Care Unit Intensive Care Unit Interventional Radiology Labor & Delivery Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Operating Room Operating Room Pediatric Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Post Anesthesia Care Unit Post Anesthesia Care Unit Progressive Care Unit Progressive Care Unit Telemetry
Address
4867 Sunset Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90027
Nearby Neighborhoods
Los Feliz (90027), Silver Lake (90026), Hollywood (90028), Rampart Village (90057), Echo Park (90026)
Children’s Hospital Los Angeles General Pediatrics
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 12 D, and 12 N
Job Durations
13, 6, and 7
Departments
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Outpatient Clinic Outpatient Clinic Pediatric Pediatric Cardivascular Operating Room Pediatric Emergency Room Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Pediatric Operating Room Pediatric Post Anesthesia Care Unit
Address
4650 Sunset Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90027
Nearby Neighborhoods
Los Feliz (90027), Silver Lake (90026), Rampart Village (90057), Echo Park (90026), Silver Lake Heights (90039)
LUCILE SALTER PACKARD CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL AT STANFORD
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 8 N, 10 D, 10 E, 10 N, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
13
Departments
Dialysis Labor & Delivery Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Operating Room Pediatric Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Pediatric Operating Room Pediatric Operating Room Pediatric Post Anesthesia Care Unit
Address
725 Welch Road
Palo Alto, CA 94304
Nearby Neighborhoods
Southgate (94302), Professorville (94302), College Terrace (94305), Evergreen Park (94305), Mayfield (94306)
Kaiser Permanente – Downey Medical Center
Shifts
12 D, 12 N, and 13 N
Departments
Neonatal Intensive Care – Level III-IV Pediatric Pediatric Intensive Care Unit
Address
9333 Imperial Hwy
Downey, CA 90242

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* Estimate of payments is intended for informational purposes and includes hourly wages, as well as reimbursements for meal & incidental expenses and housing expenses incurred on behalf of the Company. Please speak with a recruiter for additional details.