ICU Float Pool RN
San Francisco, CA
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Rotating
$3,347/weekOverview
- Start Date09/01/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftRotating
- Duration25 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Rotating, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Sep 1, 2026
- Length: 25 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced ICU RN with recent ECMO experience and a CA RN license for a float pool position at an academic medical center in San Francisco.
Details
- Float pool position covering ICUs, TCUs, ED, and PACU across the health system, not unit-based
- CVICU/CTICU/CCU setting caring for complex critical care and cardiovascular patients
- 12-hour Day/Night rotating shifts (7:00-19:30 or 19:00-7:30), 3x12 per week
- Schedule cycles run 4 weeks and may alternate between day and night shifts based on need
- Patient ratio of 1:2
- Required to float to other facilities and departments within the health system, including a 75+ mile radius
- Uses Epic EMR (experience preferred)
- Cares for patients requiring ECMO, IABP, Impella, LVAD, CRRT, and Pulmonary Artery Catheters
Requirements
- Active CA RN license in hand
- BSN required
- AHA BLS and ACLS certifications required, NIHSS preferred
- Minimum 4 years of recent ICU experience
- ECMO experience required within the last 6 months to 1 year, including bedside management as primary responsibility without dedicated perfusion support
- CVICU/CTICU/CCU experience required
- Teaching hospital experience preferred
- Trauma Level II experience required
- Travel nursing experience required, with a completed travel assignment within the past 12 months (1 year or less of travel experience within the past 5 years)
- Strong interpersonal communication skills and ability to independently manage complex critical care patients
- Experience with VA ECMO, VV ECMO, V-PA ECMO, CRRT (NxStage), IABP (Teleflex), Impella, VADs, heart/lung transplant recovery, and cardiogenic shock management strongly preferred
- Academic medical center experience and simultaneous management of multiple support devices (e.g., ECMO + CRRT) highly desirable
- 2 references from most recent employer required for consideration
Additional Information
- Provide advanced critical care to complex cardiovascular, transplant, and multi-organ support patients within an ICC care model
- May be reassigned to different departments, units, or facilities at any time during the assignment based on qualifications and need
- All employment history with any University of California medical facility or its acquired facilities must be disclosed for rehire eligibility review
- All requested RTO must be submitted at time of offer and approved by the manager; no additional RTO requests will be accepted mid-contract, and RTO cannot fall within the first two weeks of the assignment
- Local candidates are accepted at the same pay rate as travelers
- Travel pairs are permitted but generally will not be placed on the same unit; married couples may not work on the same unit
- Non-billable training modules must be completed prior to start and annually
Facility
UCSF Medical Center at Mission Bay
2 nurses recommend working with UCSF Medical Center at Mission Bay
- Short Term Acute Care
Employer
American Traveler
83 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
Very professional and most accommodating recruiters; they will be in touch consistently to make sure they get the best match for you and work with you every step of the way. Special thanks to Nicole A. The best, ever! 😊
Cons
None
Recommends working with 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.
About San Francisco, CA
As a Travel Cardiovascular ICU Nurse in San Francisco, CA here's what you should know:- San Francisco's cost of living is significantly higher than the national average, especially in terms of housing.
- Wages are relatively high, but they may not fully match the increased cost of living.
- Summer average highs range from 60-70°F, while winter average lows range from 45-55°F.
- Short-term rentals can be found, but they are in high demand and may be relatively expensive.
- It's advisable to start the search early.
- San Francisco is not very car-friendly due to limited parking and heavy traffic.
- However, the city has an extensive public transportation system, including buses, trams, and the famous cable cars.
- San Francisco is a diverse city with a wide range of ages.
- Common health issues include respiratory problems due to the fog and air quality.
- It has a large population of travel nurses due to its numerous healthcare facilities.
- San Francisco offers a plethora of activities, including diverse restaurants, vibrant art and music scenes, numerous sports events, and abundant outdoor opportunities such as hiking, beach activities, and exploring parks.
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