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Registered Nurse (RN), PICU (Full Time, Nights)

CHOC·Irvine, California

$57 - $91/hr·Full Time·On Site·2-5 yrs·Posted 1 month ago
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About the role

Join CHOC’s Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) to provide exceptional care to critically ill children. Collaborate with a dedicated team to ensure the highest standards of patient care and support for families.

Work Location: Orange, California

Work Shift: Night – 12hrs (United States of America)

Why CHOC?

At CHOC, we strive to be the leading destination of children’s health by providing exceptional and innovative care.

We are responsible for the overall health of our community’s pediatric population in our hospitals, clinics, and practices.

And because of our breadth of care, your career at CHOC can be as diverse and fulfilling as you determine.

CHOC’s compensation structure, benefits offerings, and career development programs are geared to helping you achieve your professional and personal goals.

Apply now to see where your career at CHOC can take you.

Environmental Sustainability Statement

Driven by the connection between children's health and a healthy environment, we commit to creating a healthcare model that incorporates environmental sustainability aligned with our mission to protect children's health and patient safety.

Job Summary

Are you interested in joining CHOC’s mighty brigade of nurses in our Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU)? In addition to nurturing a meaningful career for nurses, CHOC also offers an excellent salary and benefits package including an education reimbursement program (up to $10,000 per year).

Pay Range

Minimum $56.96 Midpoint $74.05 Maximum $91.14

Rate of pay is determined by various factors, including but not limited to knowledge, skills, competencies, experience, education, as well as position requirements.

Experience • Required

  • Minimum of one (1) year of critical care nursing experience with six (6) months in a pediatric setting.
  • Preferred: One (1) year acute care nursing in a pediatric inpatient hospital. Preferably a PICU.

Education • Required

Graduation from an accredited school of Registered Nursing; Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN) required within 2 years of hire.

Specialized Skills • Required

Knowledge of and ability to provide appropriate family-centered patient care based upon age appropriateness and cultural and spiritual needs. Excellent customer satisfaction skills; effective communication skills. Ability to prioritize and complete duties in a timely and organized manner. Ability to work collaboratively and in a positive manner with others. Ability to prepare timely and accurate documentation and reports. Ability to perform work according to CHOC policies and procedures, professional standards of care, and applicable laws; demonstrate flexibility and creativity in response to unexpected changes in work load/staffing. Ability to set goals and judge results in accordance with the highest standards; care with sensitivity and respect; advance care through development of new ideas and technology; promote teamwork to achieve CHOC’s mission; and understand and exceed customer expectations.

Licensure • Required

  • Basic Life Support (BLS); Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS); Registered Nurse - California (RN); Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
  • Preferred: Certified Critical Care Registered Nurse

Work Environments - Functional Demand

Medium - High energy level Lift and carry 40-50 lbs. Push/pull +/- 150-200 lbs. (Patients on bed, stretcher) Lateral transfer 150-200 lbs. (ie. Patient) .

Physical activity requirements

Bending, Carry Objects, Climbing, Keyboard use/repetitive motion, Pinching/fine motor activities, Push/Pull, Reaching forward, Reaching overhead, Sitting, Squat/kneel/crawl (Squad & Knee), Standing, Talk or hear, Taste or smell, Twisting, Walking, Wrist position deviation

Physical Activity Lifting

Sensory Requirements: Color Discrimination, Depth Perception, Far Vision, Hearing, Near Vision

Environment Requirements

Airborn Communicable Disease, Bloodborne Pathogens, Chemical, Dust Particular Matter, Extreme Noise Levels, Extreme Temperatures, Radiation, Uneven Surfaces or Elevations

Non-Discrimination Statement

CHOC does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, genetic information, disability, sex, gender (including pregnancy, breastfeeding, childbirth, lactation or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, medical condition, sexual orientation, veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or other protected characteristics in accordance with state and federal laws. CHOC will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, in accordance with the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.

We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply for positions at CHOC, even if your experience doesn’t align perfectly with the listed qualifications for a particular role, as your unique experience may be a great addition to our culture for another one of our opportunities.

If you desire support or accommodations throughout the Talent Acquisition process, please inform your Talent Acquisition Partner.

Benefits

  • Education Reimbursement

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$57 - $91/hr
Location
Irvine, California
Posted
Jun 23, 2026
Application
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Hiring organization

CHOC

Bringing compassion, innovation, and worldclass pediatric care so children have the chance to turn their brightest dreams into reality.

Salary listed on 56 jobs
IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypeNonprofit
Size1,001-5,000 employees
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