American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN CVPICU for a travel nursing job in Orange, California.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: CVPICU
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 08/10/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 48 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 4x12hrs
- Hours: 48 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Aug 10, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 4
Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Pediatric Cardiovascular ICU (CVPICU) position at a children's hospital in Orange County, CA, requiring a minimum of 2 years of experience and a CA RN license.
Details
- Pediatric Cardiovascular ICU (CVPICU) at a children's hospital setting
- Highly variable patient population with a large proportion of surgical patients, many of whom are infants
- Patient acuity varies widely across the unit
- Specialized procedures and equipment include ECMO (with dedicated technicians managing pumps), Nitric Oxide, pacemakers, chest tubes, invasive monitors, bedside chest tube placement, and cardioversions
- Documentation system: Cerner
- Night shift schedule: 4x12-hour shifts, 19:00โ07:30
- Self-scheduling model
- 4 weekend shifts per month required
- Some holiday shifts required, shared with regular staff
- Floating required to PICU or NICU (first priority); may also float to Pediatric Med/Surg Oncology floor โ no floating to ED or Mental Health
- No on-call requirements
Requirements
- Active CA RN license required
- Current certifications required: BLS, ACLS, and PALS
- Minimum 2 years of CVPICU or relevant pediatric critical care nursing experience required
- Cerner EMR experience preferred
Additional Information
- Provide critical care nursing to a complex pediatric cardiovascular patient population, including post-surgical and infant patients
- First-time travelers may be considered with a strong 2-year experience background
- RTO (time off requests) limited to a maximum of 7 days for the duration of the contract
- Contract length is 13 weeks minimum; candidates open to a longer assignment are encouraged to indicate their interest
American Traveler Job ID #P-731236. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Pediatric ICU - Pediatric Cardiovascular ICU
About American Traveler
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.