Registered Nurse PICU

Location: San Diego, CA

Profession: Registered Nurse - PICU

Posted: 10/30/2025

Salary: $2444.00/weekly

Shift: Rotating

Job Title

  • Registered Nurse - PICU

Location

  • San Diego, CA

Schedule / Job Type

  • Full-time, rotating shifts, 3 shifts per week

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide nursing care in a pediatric intensive care unit, ensuring patient safety and comfort.
  • Float within scope to meet facility needs, covering various units as required.
  • Work rotating 12-hour shifts, including weekends and holidays, with off days every 4 weeks.
  • Adhere to all hospital policies and documentation procedures using Epic.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver comprehensive patient care.
  • Maintain certification requirements and ensure compliance with hospital standards.

Required Qualifications

  • Minimum of 2 years PICU or strong CVICU experience with floating background.
  • Valid California nursing license.
  • BLS and PALS certifications.
  • Experience with Epic electronic health records.
  • Willing to work holidays and weekends as required.
  • Strong clinical skills, adaptability, and ability to float within scope.

Preferred Experience / Skills

  • Prior travel nursing experience.
  • Experience with pediatric or cardiac ICU care.
  • Familiarity with advanced modalities such as ECMO or heart transplants.
  • Experience in a Level IV NICU setting is a plus.

Why Join Us

  • Opportunity to work at a top-ranked children’s hospital recognized for excellence and innovation.
  • Supportive team environment in a teaching and trauma center dedicated to patient care.

Additional Details

  • Shift hours: Variable 12-hour shifts, including day and night rotations.
  • Travel and local candidates accepted.
  • Must have parity to float within scope and work a flexible schedule.
  • No restrictions on block scheduling.
  • Parking is free for travelers.
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