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Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Travel 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 9 of the best available PICU nurse travel jobs in the state. We also have 2 exclusive, high-paying Pediatric Intensive Care Unit travel nurse jobs you won’t find anywhere else. California PICU travel jobs are currently available in cities like Palo Alto, Los Angeles and Santa Clara. 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.

The average wage for an Pediatric Intensive Care Unit travel nurse in California as of Feb 1, 2025 was $3,040 weekly. Currently, you can find PICU jobs in California with a salary range between $2,795 to $3,487 per week. The city with the highest paying PICU job in California currently is Santa Clara with a position for a Registered Nurse – Pediatric Intensive Care – PICU at $3,080 per week.

There are many incredible hospital facilities in California to find PICU travel nursing work in. Children’s Hospital Los Angeles General Pediatrics in Los Angeles and Kaiser – Santa Clara Medical Center in Santa Clara 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. The earliest start date in California is Apr 8, 2025 for a Registered Nurse – Pediatric Intensive Care – PICU role at $3,487 per week. The latest start date for an job in California is Apr 22, 2025 for a Registered Nurse – Pediatric Intensive Care – PICU role at $3,080 per week. You can also find the best time for you by sorting on “start date” in the list below.

There are a variety of contract lengths available for a Pediatric Intensive Care Unit travel nurse job in California including 13 weeks.

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 Travel Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Jobs

AMN Healthcare currently has 9 Pediatric Intensive Care Unit jobs in California and 37 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 Santa Clara, CA

AMN Healthcare currently has travel Pediatric Intensive Care Unit positions available in Santa Clara.
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Registered Nurse – Pediatric Intensive Care – PICU
  • Santa Clara, California – 95051
  • 12 N,
  • April 22, 2025
  • 13
$2,795 to $3,080
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU). You’ll find a challenging and rewarding environment where patient care is firmly rooted in compassion, innovation, and a drive for great outcomes. This highly esteemed facility welcomes creative, energetic caregivers.
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Highest Paying Jobs in Palo Alto, CA

AMN Healthcare currently has travel Pediatric Intensive Care Unit positions available in Palo Alto.
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Registered Nurse – Pediatric Intensive Care – PICU
  • Palo Alto, California – 94304
  • 12 D, 12 N,
  • April 8, 2025
  • 13
$3,164 to $3,487
Weekly Pay*
36 Bed PEDI CVICU Unit, Pre op and post cardiac surgery for congential defects. Medical management for patients with heart failure, Ventricular Assist, EMCO, arrhythmias and transplants Age range for neonates to young adult. Required Experience: PEDI CVICU, Ventalators, Cooling Blanket, IV Insertion, EPIC Charting Experience, High Frequency Vents and Oscillators, Nitric Oxide, Intracardiac Lines and Centra Line.
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Registered Nurse – Pediatric Intensive Care – PICU
  • Palo Alto, California – 94304
  • 12 D, 12 N,
  • April 8, 2025
  • 13
$3,164 to $3,487
Weekly Pay*
36 Bed PEDI CVICU Unit, Pre op and post cardiac surgery for congenital defects. Medical management for patients with heart failure, Ventricular Assist, EMCO, arrhythmias and transplants Age range for neonates to young adults. Required Experience: PEDI CVICU, Ventalators, Cooling Blanket, IV Insertion, EPIC Charting Experience, High Frequency Vents and Oscillators, Nitric Oxide, Intracardiac Lines and Centra Line.
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Registered Nurse – Pediatric Intensive Care – PICU
  • Palo Alto, California – 94304
  • 12 D, 12 N,
  • April 8, 2025
  • 13
$3,164 to $3,487
Weekly Pay*
36 Bed PEDI CVICU Unit, Pre op and post cardiac surgery for congenital defects. Medical management for patients with heart failure, Ventricular Assist, EMCO, arrhythmias and transplants Age range for neonates to young adults. Required Experience: PEDI CVICU, Ventalators, Cooling Blanket, IV Insertion, EPIC Charting Experience, High Frequency Vents and Oscillators, Nitric Oxide, Intracardiac Lines and Centra Line.
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Registered Nurse – Pediatric Intensive Care – PICU
  • Palo Alto, California – 94304
  • 12 D, 12 N,
  • April 8, 2025
  • 13
$3,164 to $3,487
Weekly Pay*
36 Bed PEDI CVICU Unit, Pre op and post cardiac surgery for congenital defects. Medical management for patients with heart failure, Ventricular Assist, EMCO, arrhythmias and transplants Age range for neonates to young adults. Required Experience: PEDI CVICU, Ventalators, Cooling Blanket, IV Insertion, EPIC Charting Experience, High Frequency Vents and Oscillators, Nitric Oxide, Intracardiac Lines and Centra Line.
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Registered Nurse – Pediatric Intensive Care – PICU
  • Palo Alto, California – 94304
  • 12 D, 12 N,
  • April 8, 2025
  • 13
$3,164 to $3,487
Weekly Pay*
Float between the 36 Bed PICU, Level I Trauma Unit and the 36 Bed PEDI CVICU Unit. PEDI CVICU Unit Description: Pre op and post cardiac surgery for congenital defects. Medical management for patients with heart failure, Ventricular Assist, EMCO, arrhythmias and transplants Age range for neonates to young adults. PICU Description: Level 1 Trauma, Neurosurgical, ENT, HEM/ONCOL, Transplant, Pedi MICU and SICU.
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Highest Paying Jobs in Los Angeles, CA

AMN Healthcare currently has travel Pediatric Intensive Care Unit positions available in Los Angeles.
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Registered Nurse – Pediatric Intensive Care – PICU
  • Los Angeles, California – 90027
  • 12 N,
  • April 14, 2025
  • 13
$3,095 to $3,411
Weekly Pay*
Top 10 Diagnosis/Procedures: Surgical unit that cares for patients pre-operatively and immediately post-operatively from cardiac surgery. Approximately 60% of patients are neonates but care for patients until adulthood. In addition care for patient waiting for
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Highest Paying Jobs in Aurora, CO

AMN Healthcare currently has travel Pediatric Intensive Care Unit positions available in Aurora.
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Pediatric Intensive Care – PICU
  • Aurora, Colorado – 80045
  • 12 N,
  • June 10, 2025
  • 13
$2,093 to $2,306
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU). You’ll find a challenging and rewarding environment where patient care is firmly rooted in compassion, innovation, and a drive for great outcomes. This highly esteemed facility welcomes creative, energetic caregivers.
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Registered Nurse – Pediatric Intensive Care – PICU
  • Aurora, Colorado – 80045
  • 12 N,
  • June 10, 2025
  • 13
$2,093 to $2,306
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU). You’ll find a challenging and rewarding environment where patient care is firmly rooted in compassion, innovation, and a drive for great outcomes. This highly esteemed facility welcomes creative, energetic caregivers.
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travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Pediatric Intensive Care – PICU
  • Aurora, Colorado – 80045
  • 12 N,
  • June 10, 2025
  • 13
$2,093 to $2,306
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU). You’ll find a challenging and rewarding environment where patient care is firmly rooted in compassion, innovation, and a drive for great outcomes. This highly esteemed facility welcomes creative, energetic caregivers.
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Highest Paying Jobs in El Paso, TX

AMN Healthcare currently has travel Pediatric Intensive Care Unit positions available in El Paso.
travel Exclusive Compact State
Registered Nurse – Pediatric Intensive Care – PICU
  • El Paso, Texas – 79902
  • 12 D,
  • April 8, 2025
  • 13
$2,066 to $2,277
Weekly Pay*
Total Staffed Beds: 320 Level IV Trauma Center; Teaching Hospital Specializes in cancer care, maternity, and orthopedics. Close To El Paso Zoo! Common Diagnosis/Treatment: Respiratory distress, cardiac, Cerebral palsy , Seizures, surgeries, Bleedings, endocrinology,Surgical, Liver, Renal, Pedi-Oncology, Neurological, Trauma, septic shock, Diabetic Ketoacidosis, Electrolyte Imbalances, Coagulopathy, CP/MR/ Down syndrome and Disabled patients. # of Beds: 16 Nurse to Patient Ratio: 1-2 and 1-4 Charting: Cerner Scrub Color: Areas of Float Support: Pediatrics and Nicu Special Procedures: Sedation, IVIG infusion, endocrinology infusions,
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travel Exclusive Compact State
Registered Nurse – Pediatric Intensive Care – PICU
  • El Paso, Texas – 79902
  • 12 N,
  • April 8, 2025
  • 13
$2,066 to $2,277
Weekly Pay*
Total Staffed Beds: 320 Level IV Trauma Center; Teaching Hospital Specializes in cancer care, maternity, and orthopedics. Close To El Paso Zoo! Common Diagnosis/Treatment: Respiratory distress, cardiac, Cerebral palsy , Seizures, surgeries, Bleedings, endocrinology,Surgical, Liver, Renal, Pedi-Oncology, Neurological, Trauma, septic shock, Diabetic Ketoacidosis, Electrolyte Imbalances, Coagulopathy, CP/MR/ Down syndrome and Disabled patients. # of Beds: 16 Nurse to Patient Ratio: 1-2 and 1-4 Charting: Cerner Scrub Color: Areas of Float Support: Pediatrics and Nicu Special Procedures: Sedation, IVIG infusion, endocrinology infusions,
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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 Travel 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 $3,022 per week.

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 $3,074 per week 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 $3,043 per week 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 9 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?

  • Kaiser Permanente – Lancaster Medical Office Building in Lancaster
  • Kaiser Permanente Point West Medical Offices in Sacramento
  • Burre Dental Center in Eureka
  • Redwood Pediatrics in Fortuna
  • Tehama County Health Services Agency in Red Bluff

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.

What is the most common contract duration for PICU travel jobs in California?

Based on recent months, the most common contract for a Pediatric Intensive Care Unit travel job in California is 13.

Locating PICU Travel Nursing Jobs in California

In California, cities like Bakersfield, Los Angeles, Oakland, Palo Alto, and Santa Clara have travel PICU nursing jobs and traveling nurse housing available. It’s a great state to work in, hosting facilities like Kaiser Permanente – Lancaster Medical Office Building, Kaiser Permanente Point West Medical Offices, Burre Dental Center, Redwood Pediatrics and Tehama County Health Services Agency, 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.
Kaiser – Santa Clara Medical Center
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 8 N, 10 D, 10 E, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
13
Departments
Cardiovascular ICU Cardiovascular Operating Room Case Manager Intensive Care Unit Intensive Care Unit Labor & Delivery Labor & Delivery Medical Surgical Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Operating Room Operating Room Pediatric 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)
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 Emergency Room 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 (93384), Kern City (93309)
Kaiser – Los Angeles Medical Center
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 8 N, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
15, 13, 18, 14, and 11
Departments
Ambulatory OR Cardiovascular ICU Cardiovascular Operating Room Cardiovascular Operating Room Cardiovascular Operating Room Case Manager Case Manager Dialysis Emergency Room Intensive Care Unit Intensive Care Unit Labor & Delivery Labor & Delivery Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Operating Room 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)
Kaiser – Oakland Medical Center
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 10 D, 10 E, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
13
Departments
Intensive Care Unit Intensive Care Unit Labor & Delivery Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Oncology Operating Room Pediatric Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Post Anesthesia Care Unit Postpartum Telemetry Telemetry
Address
280 West MacArthur Boulevard
Oakland, CA 94611
Nearby Neighborhoods
Adams Point (94610), Sharfter (94609), Grand Lake (94610), Rockridge (94618), Uptown (94617)
Loma Linda University Medical Center
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
15, 12, 13, 10, 14, and 11
Departments
Cardiovascular ICU Case Manager Emergency Room Intensive Care Unit Medical Surgical Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Operating Room Operating Room Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Progressive Care Unit Telemetry
Address
11234 Anderson St, Room 1140
Loma Linda, CA 92354
John Muir Medical Center – Walnut Creek Campus
Shifts
12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12, 16, 13, and 7
Departments
Dialysis Emergency Room Intensive Care Unit Interventional Radiology Labor & Delivery Labor & Delivery Medical Surgical Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Pediatric Post Anesthesia Care Unit Post Anesthesia Care Unit Progressive Care Unit
Address
1601 YGNACIO VALLEY RD.
Walnut Creek, CA 94598
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)
Loma Linda Univ Child Hosp
Shifts
12 D and 12 N
Job Durations
15, 12, 13, and 14
Departments
Cardiovascular ICU Emergency Room Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Pediatric Pediatric Emergency Room Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Telemetry
Address
11234 Anderson St, LLUMC House Staff Office CP 21005
Loma Linda, CA 92354
Kaiser – Downey Medical Center
Shifts
8 D, 10 E, 10 N, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
13
Departments
Case Manager Case Manager Intensive Care Unit Labor & Delivery Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Postpartum Telemetry
Address
9333 E. Imperial Highway
Downey, CA 90242
Kaiser – Roseville Medical Center
Shifts
12 D and 12 N
Job Durations
13 and 8
Departments
Labor & Delivery Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Operating Room Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Post Anesthesia Care Unit Telemetry
Address
1600 Eureka Road
Roseville, CA 95678

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