Travel Pediatric ICU Registered Nurse

Company: Excite Health Partners
Location: Madera
Posted on: October 28, 2025

Job Description:

Job Description Excite Health Partners is seeking a travel nurse RN PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Madera, California. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care Discipline: RN Start Date: 12/02/2025 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, nights Employment Type: Travel Job Title: PICU Registered Nurse \n Facility: Valley Children's Healthcare \n Shift: Night 3x11.5-Hour (19:00 - 07:30) \n Start Date: Not Specified \n Assignment Length: 13.0 weeks \n Job Description: \nJoin the dedicated team at Valley Children's Healthcare as a PICU Registered Nurse, providing exceptional critical care to our young patients. This role focuses on caring for critically ill children in a busy Pediatric Intensive Care Unit, requiring both clinical expertise and compassionate communication. The shift schedule is overnight, with 11.5-hour shifts occurring three times a week from 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM. This is a dynamic environment that demands vigilance, agility, and a genuine desire to improve pediatric patient outcomes. \n What You Bring: \n \n Active and unrestricted Registered Nurse licensure in the state of practice ( California RN license or applicable state license)\n Extensive experience in pediatric nursing, ideally within a PICU setting\n Proficiency in pediatric advanced life support (PALS) and basic life support (BLS) certifications\n Strong critical thinking, quick decision-making skills, and the ability to stay calm under pressure\n Excellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams\n Compassionate, patient-focused approach with a dedication to providing high-quality pediatric care\n \n Preferred Education & Experience: \n \n Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or higher degree preferred\n Minimum of 2 years of recent PICU nursing experience\n Prior experience working with ventilated and critically ill pediatric patients\n Additional certifications such as Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Critical Care Registered Nurse Certification (CCRN), or Pediatric Emergency Nurse Certification (CPEN) are highly desirable\n \n Certifications & Licenses: \n \n Valid California RN license or applicable state license (must be active and in good standing)\n Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) (current and valid)\n Basic Life Support (BLS) (current and valid)\n Additional pediatric or critical care certifications are a plus\n \n Benefits & Opportunities: \n \n Competitive weekly stipend of $1,505 , with taxable pay totaling $3,040.80 per week\n Contract duration of approximately 13 weeks, with potential for extension or permanent placement based on performance and facility needs\n Opportunity to work at a reputable healthcare facility dedicated to pediatric excellence\n Supportive team environment with professional development opportunities\n Exposure to a wide variety of complex pediatric cases enhancing your critical care expertise\n \n Take the next step in your pediatric nursing career by joining Valley Children's Healthcare, where your skills can make a lasting impact on young patients and their families. Apply now to become part of a compassionate, innovative team committed to pediatric health and recovery. Excite Health Partners Job ID 185565. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: RN - PICU About Excite Health Partners For more than a decade, Excite Health Partners has matched opportunities with success. Starting as a two-man company, Excite Health Partners has rapidly expanded becoming a leading provider in healthcare recruitment for health systems across the United States. From Allied Health services to Travel Nursing, we address the ever-growing staffing needs within the industry. We take the time to connect healthcare professionals to the right-fit position, turning jobs into careers. Success starts today, let's get to it. Benefits Referral bonus Medical benefits Weekly pay Dental benefits Holiday Pay Vision benefits Benefits start day 1 Life insurance Guaranteed Hours 401k retirement plan Company provided housing options

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