Travel Nurse RN - ECMO ICU - $3,927 per week

The Judge Group is seeking a travel nurse RN ECMO ICU for a travel nursing job in San Diego, California.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ECMO ICU
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/24/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days, nights, rotating
• Employment Type: Travel

*THIS IS AN ECMO POSITION 
*MUST BE ABLE TO 'SIT THE PUMP' NOT JUST BEDSIDE CARE


Pending State License accepted: Yes, if we have an ETA from licensing of when it will post
Start date: ASAP - URGENT
Shift: 3x12 variable - must be flexible to work days or nights
Years of experience REQ: 1
First-timer travelers accepted: (Y/N) : Y
Weekend REQ: Must be available to work weekends with full flexibility to be scheduled when needed
National Certs REQ: PALS and BLS
Is on-call REQ? No
Will clinician float within scope to meet facility needs? Yes
Floating Req to Sister Facilities: No
Open to accommodating block schedule? No
Locals accepted: No
RTO Restrictions: 6 days RTO max

 

Special Requirements:
• CA license
• 1 year of ECMO experience; will consider no peds if they have solid ECMO training and background in adults experience
• 2 years of pediatric ICU nursing preferred
• Willing to float between CTICU, PICU, and NICU wherever the ECMO patients are
• BLS
• PALS

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
• Monitor the extracorporeal circuit.
• Adjust ECMO support as indicated to ensure adequate organ and tissue perfusion and oxygenation of the ECMO patient.
• Troubleshoot and/or replace malfunctioning components of the extracorporeal circuit, which may include emergent life-threatening situations.
• Administer fluids and/or blood products via the extracorporeal circuit under the direction of a physician.
• Monitor and maintain adequate anti-coagulation per ordered guidelines.
• Assist with progressive mobility for the ECMO patient.

Hospital Highlights: Named one of the Top 10 Best Children's Hospitals in the Nation by U.S News & World Report, Magnet Recognized, Beacon Award Excellence, Teaching facility, Great Place To Work Certified, Level 1 trauma
Scrub Color: Any color
Charting: Epic
Modules: NOT billable
Parking Cost: Free traveler parking

WHY JUDGE HEALTHCARE? Judge Healthcare, a division of The Judge Group, is your trusted partner in healthcare staffing—connecting passionate professionals with rewarding opportunities nationwide. Whether you're a travel nurse, allied health professional, or locum tenens provider, our team is committed to helping you find the right fit with competitive pay and exceptional support. We offer personalized service, nationwide placements, and benefits, including: • Choice of three ACA-compliant medical plans • Dental Insurance • Vision insurance • 401(k) • Short-term disability • Term life insurance • Hospital and critical illness coverage • Cancer Insurance • Telemedicine • ID protection • Group accident coverage Traveler Perks: • Weekly on-time pay with direct deposit • Referral bonus up to $500 • Completion and extension bonuses • Experienced recruiter to work side by side with you from start to finish THE JUDGE DIFFERENCE You deliver outstanding care—we’re here to support your journey. Judge Healthcare’s recruiters are experts in the ever-evolving healthcare landscape, and we take pride in building long-term relationships with our clinicians. We don’t just fill roles—we match professionals with opportunities that align with their goals, lifestyle, and values. Founded on a commitment to quality and service, Judge Healthcare is proud to be part of The Judge Group, a leading professional services firm with over 55 years of experience. Let us help you take the next step in your healthcare career.

About The Judge Group

Benefits

• Referral bonus
• Retention bonus