MICU RN
San Francisco, CA
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Days
$3,266/weekOverview
- Start Date12/14/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Dec 14, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced ICU RN with a CA license for a 13-week assignment requiring critical care skills and floating across sister campuses.
Details
- Work in Medical/Surgical ICU setting, training for a new MS-ICU unit opening 1/05/2027
- First week orientation at Davies or MBC campus, then primary assignment at Van Ness campus
- Floating as needed to CPMC sister campuses (Mission Bernal, Davies) based on census and staffing demands
- Day shift schedule: 3x12 hours, 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM
- Every other weekend required
- On-call as needed
- 1:1 patient ratio
- Epic charting system experience required
Requirements
- Active CA RN license required
- Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
- TNCC certification preferred
- Minimum 2 years of ICU experience required
- Epic EMR experience required
- Teaching hospital experience preferred
- Previous charge nurse experience preferred
- Skills required: IV therapy, arterial line management, blood product administration, central line care, PICC line management
- Respiratory skills required: chest tube assist, BiPAP/CPAP management, ventilator management, suctioning (ETT, NT), high flow nasal cannula
- Renal skills required: chronic/acute renal failure management, CRRT/CVVHD preferred
- Medication management required: continuous IV sedation, procedural sedation, titration of cardiac and vasoactive drips
- Neurological skills required: CVA/acute stroke management, EVD, ICP monitoring, post neurosurgery management, spinal cord injury care
- Cardiovascular skills required: Swan Ganz monitoring, sheath removal, VAD management, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, FloTrac/Vigileo monitoring preferred
- ECMO experience preferred
- Multisystem organ dysfunction/failure management required
- GI surgery care experience required
- Infection prevention and isolation precautions/PPE knowledge required
- Massive transfusion protocol experience preferred
- PT/PTT and INR knowledge required
- IV insulin protocol experience required
- Two supervisor references obtained within the past year required
Additional Information
- Provide critical care nursing to medical and surgical ICU patients, including complex respiratory, cardiovascular, neurological, and renal cases
- Must reside within a 50-mile radius for local candidate consideration
- Limited to no RTO accepted for this assignment
- Maximum RTO of 7 days per contract, with only 1 holiday request approved
- Holiday coverage required for New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day
- Returning travelers must have a minimum 1-year separation before reapplying
- First-time travelers are not considered for this role
- Candidates may only apply to one Sutter Health facility at a time
Facility
California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus
4 nurses recommend working with California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus
- Short Term Acute Care
Employer
American Traveler
86 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
Sebrona was so thorough and great to work with.
Cons
None
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 Medical Intensive Care Unit 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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