ICU Registered Nurse
Eureka, CA
Catalytic Solutions
4x10 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse (Travel/Contract)

Location: Eureka, California
Facility Type: Acute Care Hospital
Beds: 150

Job Details

• Start Date: ASAP
• Shift Ratios: 1:2
• Experience Required: Minimum 3 years
• First-Time Travelers: Accepted
• Floating: Required between like units
• Call: Not required
• Pending License: Not accepted
• Guaranteed Hours: Facility may call off 1 shift per 2 weeks
• Charting System: Epic
• Scrub Color: Any solid color (typically Royal Blue or Navy for RNs)
• Parking: Free on first day; assignment parking provided during orientation

Contract Length

• 13 weeks

Required Certifications

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) - AHA or Canadian Heart & Stroke Foundation certification only
• BLS (Basic Life Support) - AHA or Canadian Heart & Stroke Foundation certification only
• Other certifications may be required based on unit and clinical track (e.g., PALS, NRP, Chemotherapy, EFM)

Licensure

• Must have valid state license (no pending licenses accepted)
• NURSYS verification required for all RNs
• State-specific license verifications as applicable

Background Checks & Verifications

• Background check within 45 days of start, covering all locations lived/worked in past 7 years
• Education verification required for all candidates
• State-specific searches required for Washington and Oregon placements
• Drug screening: 10-panel within 90 days of start (no instant tests)
• References: Minimum 2 supervisor references covering 1 year of employment in relevant specialty within last 3 years
• Employment application covering at least last 5 years required

Health Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year of start, signed by MD, NP, PA, or DO
• Fit mask test (N95 or equivalent) required for travel candidates, updated annually
• Immunizations/vaccinations required:

  • TDAP (within 10 years or declination accepted)
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 12 months, updated annually
  • MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) - 2 vaccines or positive titer or declination
  • Hepatitis B vaccination or signed declination
  • Varicella - 2 vaccines or positive titer or declination
  • Seasonal Flu vaccine or declination (required during flu season)
  • COVID-19 vaccine or declination (required if onsite)
• Drug testing: 10-panel drug screen within 90 days of start

Training & Competency Requirements

• Completion of Providence WorkRamp modules prior to start, including:

  • Core modules for profession and region
  • Specialty-specific modules if applicable (e.g., ER, L&D, ICU)
  • Annual regulatory modules
• Competency exams as applicable (e.g., medication test, EFM training for L&D RNs)
• Epic training modules required for charting system access

Additional Requirements

• Float Policy Acknowledgement: Candidate may be required to float to other Providence facilities within reasonable distance
• Photo for badge required (passport style with neutral background)
• Respiratory Safety Clearance for respirator use (annual clearance required)

Notes

• Facility allows floating between like units
• No call required
• Facility may call off 1 shift every 2 weeks
• Pending licenses are not accepted
• First-time travelers are welcome

This position is ideal for experienced RNs looking for a travel contract in an acute care hospital setting with a supportive environment and comprehensive compliance requirements.