NICU RN
San Diego, CA
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Rotating
$2,709/weekOverview
- Start Date11/16/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftRotating
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationChildrens410 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Rotating, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Nov 16, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 2
Description
American Traveler is hiring a Registered Nurse for a Level 4 NICU position requiring 2 years of recent Level 4 (or strong Level 3 surgical) experience and a CA RN license.
Details
- Level 4 NICU setting within a 60-staffed-bed children's hospital
- Variable 3x12 or 4x12 shift schedule, day or night, published monthly without set rotation
- Must be flexible to work either day or night shifts as scheduled each month
- Must be available to work weekends with full scheduling flexibility
- No on-call requirements
- Required to float within scope of practice to PICU, CTICU, and Med Surg
- Required to float to NICU satellite campuses including Rancho Springs, Palomar, Scripps Encinitas, Scripps La Jolla, and Scripps Mercy
- Uses Epic charting system
- Scrubs of any color permitted
Requirements
- Active CA RN license required in hand, or a confirmed ETA for licensure posting
- 2 years of recent Level 4 NICU experience required
- Will consider strong Level 3 NICU experience with surgical and cardiac background
- Current BLS and Advanced NRP certifications required
- PALS certification preferred
- Experience with oscillator, conventional ventilator, CPAP, and nasal cannula specialty gases
- Experience with PICC lines, Broviacs, UAC/UVC/PAL lines, trachs, ostomies, and G-tubes
- Comfortable managing line changes with multiple drips and pre/post-op care
- Must have own transportation for floating to satellite locations
- Experience attending high-risk deliveries preferred
- Experience with IV therapy, central/implanted line care, and starting/maintaining IVs
- Experience with gastrointestinal care, gastroschisis/omphalocele, and post-abdominal surgery patients
- Experience administering IV vasopressors and emergency medications
- Experience with ventilator management modes including AC, PC, SIMV, CPAP, BIPAP, and PEEP
Additional Information
- Provide direct patient care in a Level 4 NICU within a nationally recognized, Magnet-designated, Level 1 trauma teaching hospital
- Mileage reimbursement provided when floating to locations other than the home base facility
- Required to work 2 of the following 3 holidays: Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's, with no holiday RTO allowed
- Maximum RTO of 6 days
- Local candidates within 50 miles of the facility are not accepted
- Strong first-time travelers with Level 4 NICU experience will be considered
- Former permanent staff must be separated from employment for at least 1 year before being eligible to travel
- Travelers who complete a 1-year assignment must wait 90 days before returning as a traveler
Facility
Rady Children's Hospital - San Diego
1 nurse recommends working with Rady Children's Hospital - San Diego
- Childrens
- 410 beds
Employer
American Traveler
85 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
Savannah was truly perfect. Knowledgeable, responsive, caring, informative, and honest. I didn’t feel like I was apart of a sales scheme. She truly put me at ease during the process. I felt like she had my back and would work to find me what I was looking for. I look forward to working with American Traveler in the future.
Cons
No cons
Recommends working with American Traveler
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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.
About San Diego, CA
As a Travel Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse in San Diego, CA here's what you should know:- The cost of living in San Diego is higher than the national average, especially in terms of housing and transportation.
- Wages may not fully match up with the higher cost of living.
- Average summer highs range from 70-80°F, while winter lows range from 45-55°F.
- San Diego experiences a Mediterranean climate with mild, wet winters and hot, dry summers.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in San Diego, but they may be in high demand and require thorough research and early booking.
- San Diego is car-friendly, but traffic congestion can be an issue in some areas.
- Public transportation options include buses, trolleys, and trains, providing convenient access to various parts of the city.
- San Diego is a diverse city with a wide range of age groups.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to the Mediterranean climate and proximity to the coast.
- San Diego has a large population of travel nurses due to its numerous healthcare facilities and desirable location.
- San Diego offers a vibrant culinary scene with diverse restaurants, a thriving arts and music community, and plenty of outdoor activities such as hiking, surfing, and beach relaxation.
- The city also hosts various sports events and has numerous entertainment options, including theme parks and historic landmarks.
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