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Job description
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Critical Care Float for a travel nursing job in Mission Viejo, California.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: Critical Care Float
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 11/09/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, days
Employment Type: Travel
Assignment Overview
Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
Hours: 36 hrs/wk
Start Date: Nov 9, 2026
Length: 13 weeks
Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring a Registered Nurse for a Pediatric Critical Care Float Pool position requiring 5 years of combined NICU/PICU/Peds experience with a strong NICU background.
Details
Home unit is a 22-bed Level III NICU caring for preterm infants as young as 22 weeks gestation, respiratory distress, hyperbili, IDM/poor feeders, failure to thrive, and hypoglycemia with a focus on quiet developmental support
Float requirement to PICU (8-bed Level II) and Pediatrics (24-bed general med/surg with embedded Eating Disorder Stabilization Program and long-term EEG program)
PICU cases include traumas, respiratory diagnoses, ingestions, and occasional surgical patients
Patient ratio of 1:2
Day shift schedule of 3x12 hours from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
6 weekend shifts required per 6-week schedule, including major holiday blocks
Uses Epic EMR
Requirements
Active CA RN license in hand at time of consideration; pending or temporary licenses not accepted
Current BLS, NRP, and PALS certifications required; RNC-NIC and CCRN preferred
Minimum 5 years of experience combined from NICU, PICU, and/or Peds with a strong NICU background required
Prior travel experience required
Experience managing ventilated patients including vent management 2-3 times per week
Skilled in respiratory care including BiPAP/CPAP, HFNC, ABG interpretation, ETT/NT suctioning, and care of acute airways
Experience with IV therapy, phlebotomy, central and PICC line management, and administration of blood products
Experience with emergency medications including antiarrhythmics, IV vasopressors, and continuous sedation preferred
Teaching hospital, community hospital, and Trauma Level I experience preferred
Two supervisor-level references required, dated within 1 year of start date or from most recent employer
Additional Information
Provide critical care nursing support across NICU, PICU, and Pediatrics units as part of a float pool team
Travelers are prioritized for floating assignments
Up to 16 hours of orientation modules may be required, varying by specialty
Maximum of 7 days RTO permitted, with no RTO allowed within the first week of the assignment
No holiday RTO will be accepted
Local candidates within 50 miles of the facility are not accepted
Former staff must be separated for at least 1 year before reapplying for travel positions
Candidates previously marked DNR from Rady's will not be considered for this facility due to merger with Rady Children's Health
American Traveler Job ID #P- . 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 Float Pool
About American Traveler
With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry‑free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.
With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.
American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.
With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.
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Worksite address
mission viejo, CA, 92690, US
Who can apply
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