Travel Contract

Pediatric Floor RN
Oakland, CA
Cross Country Nurses
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$2,570/week
Posted 1 day ago

Overview

  • Start Date09/01/2026
  • Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
  • ShiftDays
  • Duration13 weeks

Pay

Estimated total pay
$2,570/week

Benefits

  • 401k retirement plan
  • Referral bonus

Description

Job Summary
Pediatric Registered Nurse (RN) Pediatric Floor Oakland, CA. This position involves providing specialized nursing care to pediatric patients in an inpatient setting. The RN will deliver compassionate patient support, follow established protocols, and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal care outcomes.

Job Details

  • Schedule: Days shift, 8 hours per day, minimum of 40 hours per week.
  • Required Qualifications: California RN license in hand, BSN degree, 0 years of experience, knowledge of pediatric patient care, charting experience with Epic electronic medical record system.
  • Preferred Qualifications: Level I Trauma Center experience, community hospital experience, inpatient pediatric PACU experience, patient ratio experience.
  • Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS).
  • Skills: Airway assessment, outpatient and inpatient care, central line care and management, conscious sedation, discharge instructions, extubation, follow-up phone calls, management of pediatric patients, medication reconciliation, monitored anesthesia care, pain management, PICC line care and management, placement of oral/nasal airways, pre-admission testing, pre-op education, starting and maintaining IVs.
  • Unit Details: Recovery in Radiology department for patients post-procedure involving sedation or anesthesia. Patients include adolescents, infants, and pediatric populations. Daily census is approximately 6 patients across 2 rooms with 2 beds.
  • Additional Information: Special MRI safety training will be provided; resources may be reassigned to different departments or facilities within a 75+ mile radius. RTO requests require prior approval; booked start dates may be adjusted with permission.
  • Travel Compliance & Submittal: All RTO disclosures must be included at the time of submittal. A minimum of two references from the most recent employer are required.

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
Cross Country Job ID #1298256. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Pediatric Floor

Employer

Cross Country Nurses

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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.

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About Oakland, CA

As a travel nurse in Oakland, CA here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • 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.
Weather
  • Summer average highs are around 72-75°F, and winter average lows are around 45-48°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals are available in Oakland, but they may require some searching due to high demand in the area.
Transportation
  • 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.
Demographics
  • 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.
Things to Do
  • 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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