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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 3 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 Santa Clara and Loma Linda. 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 Dec 1, 2024 was $3,092 weekly. Currently, you can find PICU jobs in California with a salary range between $2,534 to $3,035 per week. The city with the highest paying PICU job in California currently is Loma Linda with a position for a Registered Nurse – Pediatric Intensive Care – PICU at $2,792 per week.

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 Feb 4, 2025 for a Registered Nurse – Pediatric Intensive Care – PICU role at $2,792 per week. The latest start date for an job in California is Feb 11, 2025 for a Registered Nurse – Pediatric Intensive Care – PICU role at $3,035 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.

Top Cities in California with Travel Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Jobs

AMN Healthcare currently has 3 Pediatric Intensive Care Unit jobs in California and 32 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.
travel Exclusive Seasonal
Registered Nurse – Pediatric Intensive Care – PICU
  • Santa Clara, California – 95051
  • 12 D,
  • February 11, 2025
  • 13
$2,754 to $3,035
Weekly Pay*
travel Exclusive Seasonal
Registered Nurse – Pediatric Intensive Care – PICU
  • Santa Clara, California – 95051
  • 12 N,
  • February 11, 2025
  • 13
$2,754 to $3,035
Weekly Pay*
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Highest Paying Jobs in Loma Linda, CA

AMN Healthcare currently has travel Pediatric Intensive Care Unit positions available in Loma Linda.
travel
Registered Nurse – Pediatric Intensive Care – PICU
  • Loma Linda, California – 92354
  • 12 D,
  • February 4, 2025
  • 13
$2,534 to $2,792
Weekly Pay*
: Care for patients with PIV, central lines, arterial lines, chest tubes. Care for vented patient with trachs or ETT. Care for patient on drips, sedation,
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Highest Paying Jobs in Phoenix, AZ

AMN Healthcare currently has travel Pediatric Intensive Care Unit positions available in Phoenix.
travel Seasonal Compact State
Registered Nurse – Pediatric Intensive Care – PICU
  • Phoenix, Arizona – 85016
  • 12 N,
  • January 27, 2025
  • 13
$2,247 to $2,476
Weekly Pay*
Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Pediatric Intensive Care – PICU
  • Phoenix, Arizona – 85016
  • 12 N,
  • January 27, 2025
  • 13
$2,247 to $2,476
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding Pediatric Intensive Care unit, based in exciting Phoenix is looking for the right RN to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Highest Paying Jobs in Denver, CO

AMN Healthcare currently has travel Pediatric Intensive Care Unit positions available in Denver.
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Pediatric Intensive Care – PICU
  • Denver, Colorado – 80218
  • 12 N,
  • February 3, 2025
  • 13
$1,495 to $1,647
Weekly Pay*
PICU (pediatric intensive care) RN needed for 350 bed Level 4 Trauma Center using Meditech charting. 20 bed unit with 1:1-2 staffing. We are home to a Cancer Center distinguished as a Center of Excellence and the largest Bone Marrow Transplant Center in the Rocky Mountain region
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Highest Paying Jobs in Wichita, KS

AMN Healthcare currently has travel Pediatric Intensive Care Unit positions available in Wichita.
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Pediatric Intensive Care – PICU
  • Wichita, Kansas – 67214
  • 12 N,
  • February 10, 2025
  • 13
$1,802 to $1,986
Weekly Pay*
15 bed Pediatric Intensive Care unit (PICU), based in exciting Wichita is looking for the right RN to join their team. 700+ bed teaching hospital; We recently  completed a $36 million renovation of our Women’s Hospital,  another reason we’re known as the region’s “Baby Hospital”. Expect the unexpected with big-city amenities and Midwestern cost of living!  Themed gardens at Botanica Wichita include a wildflower meadow and a Chinese garden. The Museum of World Treasures has Egyptian mummies and a T. rex skeleton.  In Wichita  you can dine at more than 1,000 restaurants or browse eclectic shops, antique stores, and open-air shopping centers.
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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.

Salary Range

Salary Trends

Jobs by Facility types

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 $3,014 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 $3,028 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 $2,955 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 3 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.

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, Loma Linda, Los Angeles, Oakland, and Santa Clara have travel 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.

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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Address
9333 Imperial Hwy
Downey, CA 90242
* 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.