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Pediatric Per Diem Nursing Jobs California for RNs

Top Peds Travel Nurse Jobs in California for Registered Nurse

AMN Healthcare can help you find the top Peds travel nurse jobs in California. We currently offer 1 of the best available Peds nurse travel jobs in the state. California Peds travel jobs are currently available in cities like Modesto. 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 Peds nursing jobs by allowing you to filter based on salary, shift type, location or duration to find the right job for you.

What are the benefits of travel nursing? The average wage for an Pediatric travel nurse in California as of Apr 1, 2025 was $70 hourly. Currently, you can find Peds jobs in California with a salary range from $36 per hour. The city with the highest paying Peds job in California currently is Modesto with a position for a Pediatric Nurse (PEDS RN) at $39 per hour.

There are many incredible hospital facilities in California to find Peds travel nursing work in. Doctors Medical Center – Modesto in Modesto all have Peds departments that may have jobs available.

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

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

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

Top Cities in California with Per Diem Pediatric Jobs

AMN Healthcare currently has 1 Pediatric jobs in California and 3 Pediatric 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 Pediatric Registered Nurse Jobs in Modesto, CA

AMN Healthcare currently has per diem Pediatric positions available in Modesto.
per diem
Pediatric Nurse (PEDS RN)
  • Modesto, California – 95350
  • 12 D,
  • May 22, 2025
$36 to $39
Hourly Pay*
PED’s RN’s care for children and adolescents’ patients who are acutely ill with a wide variety of medical problems and diseases or are recovering from surgery. The Peds unit of a facility is where ill patients go to recover before being discharged. They handle large patient loads, juggle multiple patient populations, and adapt to the ever-changing face of nursing care. Although most PED’S RN’s work in the Pediatric unit of hospitals, they can work in a variety of settings includes camps, clinics, schools, and ambulatory care centers.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 Pediatric Registered Nurse Jobs in Wichita, KS

AMN Healthcare currently has per diem Pediatric positions available in Wichita.
per diem
Pediatric Nurse (PEDS RN)
  • Wichita, Kansas – 67214
  • 12 N,
  • May 22, 2025
$39 to $42
Hourly Pay*
PED’s RN’s care for children and adolescents’ patients who are acutely ill with a wide variety of medical problems and diseases or are recovering from surgery. The Peds unit of a facility is where ill patients go to recover before being discharged. They handle large patient loads, juggle multiple patient populations, and adapt to the ever-changing face of nursing care. Although most PED’S RN’s work in the Pediatric unit of hospitals, they can work in a variety of settings includes camps, clinics, schools, and ambulatory care centers.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 Assignments Available    Recent Experience and Flexible Schedule Required. 
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Statistics on Peds Jobs in California

Review helpful statistics about Peds traveling nurse jobs in California. The data is based on the last three complete months of Peds job postings in the state of California. It is regularly updated, so you can find the most recent Pediatric 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 Jobs in California

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

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

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

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

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

A: A 12 Hour Day shift Pediatric nurse in California can make an average of $54 per hour based on recent job availability. Learn more about Travel Nursing Salaries.

How many travel Pediatric jobs are available in California?

There are currently 1 Pediatric 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 staff in California?

  • Doctors Medical Center – Modesto in Modesto
  • Kaiser Permanente – Downey Medical Center in Downey

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

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

Locating Peds Travel Nursing Jobs in California

In California, cities like Downey have per diem Peds nursing jobs and traveling nurse housing available. It’s a great state to work in, hosting facilities like Doctors Medical Center – Modesto and Kaiser Permanente – Downey Medical Center, all with nurse specialties and Pediatric staff.

Healthcare Facilities in California that offer Per Diem Pediatric Jobs

These are just examples of some of the healthcare facilities in and around the California area that have historically offered per diem jobs for Pediatric professionals.
Bakersfield Memorial Hospital
Kaiser – San Francisco Medical Center
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 8 N, 10 D, 10 E, 12 D, and 12 N
Job Durations
13 wks and 14 wks
Address
2425 Geary Boulevard
San Francisco, CA 94115
Nearby Neighborhoods
Anza Vista (94115), Amanico Ergina Village (94115), Marcus Garvey Square (94115), North of the Panhandle (94117), Martin Luther King Square (94115)
Kaiser – Walnut Creek Medical Center
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
13 wks
Address
1425 South Main Street
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Kaiser – Oakland Medical Center
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 10 D, 10 E, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
13 wks
Address
280 West MacArthur Boulevard
Oakland, CA 94611
Nearby Neighborhoods
Adams Point (94610), Sharfter (94609), Grand Lake (94610), Rockridge (94618), Uptown (94617)
Kaiser – Santa Rosa Medical Center
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 10 D, 10 E, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
13 wks
Address
401 Bicentennial Way
Santa Rosa, CA 95403
Nearby Neighborhoods
Monroe (95401), Montgomery Village (95405), Roseland (95407), South Santa Rosa (95407), Melita (95409)
Kaiser – South Sacramento Medical Center
Shifts
12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
11 wks and 13 wks
Address
6600 Bruceville Rd.
Sacramento, CA 95823
Nearby Neighborhoods
Pollock (95823), Fruitridge Manor (95824), Cordova (95822), Polk (95820), Ramona (95819)
Loma Linda Univ Child Hosp
Shifts
12 D and 12 N
Job Durations
12 wks, 13 wks, 14 wks, and 15 wks
Address
11234 Anderson St, LLUMC House Staff Office CP 21005
Loma Linda, CA 92354
Mercy San Juan Hospital
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
13 wks, 16 wks, 17 wks, and 20 wks
Departments
Cardiac Catheterization Lab Registered Nurse, Cardiovascular ICU Registered Nurse, Emergency Room RN, Intensive Care Unit RN, Interventional Radiology, Labor & Delivery Registered Nurse, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Operating Room RN, Operation Room Nursing Surgical Technology, Pediatric RN, Post Anesthesia Care Unit, RN Case Manager, and Telemetry RN
Address
6501 Coyle Avenue
Carmichael, CA 95608
* 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.