Locum Tenens Pediatric Cardiac ICU Nurse Practitioner – San Francisco, CA

Advance your career with a high-impact locum tenens Nurse Practitioner opportunity in the Pediatric Cardiac Intensive Care Unit (PCICU) at a top-ranked hospital in San Francisco, California (94158). Join a renowned healthcare team providing advanced pediatric and neonatal cardiac critical care in one of the nation’s most vibrant cities. This travel nurse practitioner contract offers the chance to work with complex cardiac cases while enjoying all that San Francisco healthcare jobs have to offer.

Job Details – Pediatric Cardiac ICU Nurse Practitioner

• Assignment Type: Locum Tenens (Travel Nurse Practitioner Contract)
• Location: San Francisco, CA 94158 (California healthcare jobs)
• Start Date: January 12, 2026
• End Date: July 13, 2026 (6-month contract, option to extend)
• Shifts: Variable 12-hour shifts (07:00 - 19:00), including days, nights, weekends, and holidays
• Hours per Week: 36
• Minimum Shifts per Month: 4 (12-hour shifts)
• Estimated Weekly Salary: $5,040 - $5,400
• Patient Population: Pediatric, neonatal, and adult congenital cardiac patients
• Unit Size: 18-bed Pediatric Cardiac ICU
• EMR: Epic

Qualifications – Nurse Practitioner (PCICU)

• Active California Nurse Practitioner license (required for all California NP jobs)
• Board Certification: CPNP-AC (Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner – Acute Care)
• DEA license with Schedule 2 authority (CA)
• BLS and PALS certifications (AHA required)
• Minimum 1 year of recent experience in a Pediatric Cardiac ICU or pediatric cardiovascular critical care setting
• Experience with ECMO, CRRT, and heart failure management preferred
• COVID-19 vaccination and booster (medical/religious exemptions considered)
• Strong communication skills and ability to thrive in a multidisciplinary healthcare team

Key Responsibilities – Pediatric Cardiac ICU Nurse Practitioner

• Deliver advanced clinical care to critically ill pediatric and neonatal cardiac patients, including pre- and post-operative management
• Manage complex cardiac cases, including patients on ECMO and CRRT
• Perform procedures such as IVs, arterial lines, and assist with intubation or central line placement
• Collaborate with physicians, fellows, and other nurse practitioners to provide high-quality, evidence-based care
• Document all patient care in the Epic EMR system
• Provide flexible shift coverage, including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Support a high-acuity, fast-paced clinical environment focused on patient-centered care and teamwork

Apply now to join our San Francisco healthcare team as a Locum Tenens Pediatric Cardiac ICU Nurse Practitioner and make a difference in pediatric critical care!

Benefits

GHR Healthcare offers 401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision to Employees. Company paid malpractice is available for 1099 Contractors. Weekly Direct Deposit is a standard benefit for both employees and contractors.

About GHR

About GHR Healthcare Locum Tenens
GHR Healthcare’s Locum Tenens division leverages deep industry knowledge and a nationwide network to connect healthcare professionals with opportunities that elevate careers and broaden impact. We specialize in placing CRNAs, Anesthesiologists, Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants, and Physicians across all specialties in locum tenens roles at hospitals, clinics, and healthcare facilities nationwide.

From the very first conversation, a dedicated career advisor will learn your goals and connect you with positions that align with your skills, schedule, and earning potential.

We’re here to help you unlock new opportunities, advance your career, and create a meaningful impact in healthcare. Explore our job opportunities at jobs.ghrhealthcare.com.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.