Travel Pediatrics RN - $2,558 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Pediatrics for a travel nursing job in Sacramento, California.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Pediatrics
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 11/09/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Nov 9, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Pediatrics position requiring CA RN licensure and prior travel nursing experience.

Details

• Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts from 18:45 to 7:15
• Primary placement in Pediatrics with floating required to PICU/NICU
• Patient ratio of 1:4
• Uses Epic charting system
• Pediatric MedSurg, Pediatric Oncology, and Pediatric Step Down work settings

Requirements

• Active CA RN license required
• Current BLS and PALS certifications required
• APHON certification preferred
• Minimum 2 years of Pediatric nursing experience required
• Prior travel nursing experience required
• PICU and NICU float experience preferred
• Epic charting experience required
• Skilled in IV therapy, phlebotomy, and administration of blood and blood products
• Experience with central line and peripheral line care preferred
• Pediatric dosage calculation skills required
• Experience with chemotherapy administration and oncology symptom management preferred
• Knowledge of PEWS/Rapid Response protocols
• Experience with chest tube management, oxygen delivery systems, and oral/nasal suctioning
• Two supervisor references obtained within the past year required

Additional Information

• Provide direct patient care across pediatric specialty areas including oncology and step-down units
• Perform pediatric-specific skills such as NG tube insertion/management, insulin administration, and seizure management
• Monitor and manage patients with neuromuscular and seizure disorders
• Support infection prevention protocols including isolation precautions and PPE use
• Must complete lab work within 3-5 days of contract signing
• Holiday coverage may be required for New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day, with only one holiday request approved per contract
• Maximum RTO of 7 days per contract
• Returning travelers must have a one-year separation period before reapplying
• Local candidates accepted within a 50-mile radius at local rate
• First-time travelers are not eligible for this position due to required travel experience

American Traveler Job ID #P-773898. 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: Travel RN - Pediatrics

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