What are the responsibilities and job description for the Travel Nurse RN - CVPICU - $2,805 per week position at Cross Country Nurses?
Description
Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN CVPICU for a travel nursing job in Palo Alto, California.
Job Description & Requirements- Specialty: CVPICU
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 09/28/2026
- Duration: 9 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary
Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (Open Heart) - Location not specified. This role involves providing comprehensive nursing care within a pediatric cardiovascular intensive care setting. The Clinical Nurse II collaborates closely with the healthcare team to deliver patient-centered, evidence-based care for infants to adults with complex cardiac conditions.
Job Details
- Schedule: Rotating shifts, 12 hours per shift, minimum of 36 hours per week.
- Required Qualifications: BSN degree, current California RN license, American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS). Minimum of three years of pediatric CVICU RN experience. Proficiency in clinical equipment, computer technology, and judicious use of materials; experience in guiding unlicensed assistive personnel is preferred.
- Preferred Qualifications: Not specified.
- Additional Information: The position involves managing complex patient care assignments, participating in evidence-based practice, ensuring safety, and engaging in patient and family-centered care. The role emphasizes integration of best current evidence with clinical expertise and patient/family preferences for delivering optimal healthcare.
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 #1308053. 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: Registered Nurse / Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Open Heart
About Cross Country NursesYou 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
Salary : $2,805