Job Description

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Bakersfield, California.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 10/12/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary
Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) Nurse in a healthcare setting. This role involves providing specialized critical care to pediatric patients with respiratory failure, dehydration, seizures, and other urgent medical conditions. Candidates will deliver patient-centered care within a fast-paced environment and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal outcomes.

Job Details

• Position Description:
  Unit notes indicate candidates will work in a PICU with 8 beds, caring for pediatric patients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, dehydration, seizures, suicide attempts, overdoses, poisoning, ventilator needs, and diabetic ketoacidosis. The unit utilizes Cerner electronic medical records and is equipped with Spacelab tele monitors. The environment requires reading and interpreting strips independently. An in-house intensivist is available 24/7, with an in-house IV team supporting medication and fluid administration. The unit also involves general pediatric, burn, and NICU float responsibilities for non-burn care pediatrics.
• Required Qualifications:
  BLS Certification, PALS Certification, minimum of 3 years pediatric intensive care unit (PICU) experience, valid license to practice.
• Schedule:
  Nights shift, 12 hours per shift, with a minimum of 36 hours per week, starting on 10/12/2026 and ending on 01/11/2027.
• Additional Information:
  Travelers are the first to float to other units such as general pediatrics, burn unit, and NICU (voluntary). Candidates should be prepared to float as needed. Hospital cancellations may occur up to four shifts in a 13-week assignment, or three shifts for shorter assignments.

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 #1325318. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Pediatric Intensive Care Unit

About Cross Country Nurses

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.

Benefits

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus

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