PICU RN
Oakland, CA
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Days
$2,388/weekOverview
- Start Date12/08/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationChildrens190 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Dec 8, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced PICU RN with a CA license and teaching hospital background for a pediatric critical care position.
Details
- Pediatric ICU setting at a teaching hospital
- Day shift schedule, 3x12-hour shifts from 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM
- Maintains a 1:2 patient ratio
- Floating to other departments, units, or facilities within a 75+ mile radius may be required
- Epic EMR experience required
Requirements
- Active CA RN license required
- BSN required
- AHA BLS and PALS certifications required
- Minimum 5 years of PICU experience required
- Teaching hospital experience required and must be reflected in employment history
- Pediatric CVICU experience preferred
- Previous charge nurse experience preferred
- Trauma Level I experience preferred
- Skilled in ventilator management, care of ventilated patients, and management of acute airways
- Experience with ABG interpretation, chest tube management, and tracheostomy care
- Proficient in IV therapy, central line care, and PICC line management
- Experience with pediatric dosage calculations and administration of emergency medications
- Skilled in hemodynamic monitoring and management of dysrhythmias
- Knowledge of isolation precautions and infection control/PPE
- 2 professional references from most recent employer required
Additional Information
- Provide critical care nursing to pediatric patients in the PICU
- Any prior employment with University of California medical facilities or their acquired facilities must be disclosed in employment history, including dates, units, and manager names for rehire eligibility review
- All requested time off (RTO) must be disclosed at time of consideration and approved by the manager at time of offer
- No additional RTO requests accepted once the contract begins, and RTO is not permitted within the first two weeks of the assignment
- Local candidates accepted at the same pay rate as travelers
- Travel pairs are allowed but generally will not be placed on the same unit, and married couples may not work on the same unit
Facility
UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital Oakland
1 nurse recommends working with UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital Oakland

- Childrens
- 190 beds
Employer
American Traveler
86 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
Sebrona was so thorough and great to work with.
Cons
None
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 Oakland, CA
As a Travel Pediatric Intensive Care Nurse in Oakland, CA here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Oakland is higher than the national average, especially housing costs.
- However, wages generally match up with the higher cost of living.
- Summer average highs are around 72-75°F, and winter average lows are around 45-48°F.
- Short term rentals are available in Oakland, but they may require some searching due to high demand in the area.
- Oakland is relatively car-friendly, but public transportation options such as buses, BART (Bay Area Rapid Transit), and ferries are also available for getting around.
- Oakland is a diverse city with a wide range of ethnicities and ages.
- Common health issues may include respiratory conditions due to air quality.
- There is a large population of travel nurses in the area.
- Oakland offers a variety of activities including fine dining, waterfront excursions, walks and cruises around Lake Merritt, museums, art galleries, shops, performing arts venues, and musical performances at historic theaters.
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