Pediatric Floor RN
Oakland, CA
Cross Country Nurses
4x10 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,815/weekOverview
- Start Date06/30/2026
- Shift Breakdown4x10 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration14 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary:
The organization is seeking a Pediatric Floor Registered Nurse (RN) for a full-time position in Oakland, California. The role involves working on a pediatric unit providing care for infants, children, and adolescents. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering high-quality patient care within a fast-paced environment. Candidates are required to bring their California nursing license on the first day of employment.
Job Details:
- Schedule: 10-hour days with a variable start time, minimum of 40 hours per week.
- Required Qualifications: Valid California RN license, Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Certified Post-Anesthesia Care Nurse (CPAN) certifications. Must have a minimum of 2 years of nursing experience, including pediatric patient care, with prior travel experience within the last 12 months.
- Preferred Qualifications: Previous charge nurse experience and teaching hospital experience are preferred.
- Float: Float policy permits reassignment to different departments or facilities within a 75+ mile radius if the candidate meets job specifications.
- Additional Information: This role requires working in a Level I Trauma Center environment with a patient census of approximately 25 daily. The unit handles various pediatric diagnoses, including neuro issues, cardiac conditions, post-operative care, and more. The RN will be responsible for managing complex medical equipment, medication administration, and patient assessments. A COVID-19 vaccine plus booster are required, with medical or religious exemptions only.
Benefits:
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
- Private housing or generous housing allowance
- Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
- Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
- Competitive salaries
- Referral bonuses
- Travel reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Direct deposit/free checking
- Unlimited free CE credits
Employer
Cross Country Nurses
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Pros
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Cons
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You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.
About Oakland, CA
As a travel 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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