ICU Registered Nurse
Modesto, CA
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Registered Nurse Travel/Contract Position

Location: Modesto, California
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Overview

• Accountable for assessment, coordination, delivery, and evaluation of nursing care in an acute patient setting.
• Provide direct patient care, patient/family education, and manage transitions of care.
• Deliver holistic, individualized care considering psychological, sociocultural, spiritual, economic, and lifestyle factors.
• Foster collaborative relationships with patients, families, physicians, and healthcare providers through effective communication.
• Adhere to hospital policies, industry standards, best practices, and applicable laws to promote optimal patient experience.

Shift Details

• Schedule: 3 shifts per week, 12-hour shifts (06:45 - 19:15)
• Weekend Requirement: Every other Saturday and Sunday, plus holidays as needed

Required Licenses & Certifications

• California Registered Nurse (RN) License
• BLS (Basic Life Support) - AHA or ARC only
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) - AHA or ARC only
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) - must be current within 180 days of hire
• TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course) - must be current within 180 days of hire
• NIHSS (National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale) - must be current within 90 days of hire
• EPIC experience required
• Travel nursing experience preferred

Background & Screening Requirements

• 7-year background check required within 6 months of start, including:

  • Social Security trace with all aliases
  • County searches for last 7 years of residence/work/school
  • Nationwide sex offender search within 90 days of start
  • Education verification (highest level achieved)
  • FACIS Level 3 screening within 2 weeks of start and monthly thereafter
  • EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks, updated annually
• Drug screening: Negative 9-panel drug screen within 6 months of start (excluding marijuana/cannabinoids due to CA law)
• Employment history verification for up to 7 years with no gaps over 30 days
• References: 2 professional references required (Aya requirement, not client)

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year of start (must clear candidate for work)
• Fit mask test within 1 year, renewed annually (exceptions apply)
• TB screening: Negative QGold or TSPOT within 90 days or 2 PPDs as specified, renewed annually
• Immunizations or titers required:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years)
  • Rubeola (Measles)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Hepatitis B (series or declination)
  • Varicella
• Seasonal flu vaccination or signed declination required during flu season (Nov 1 - Apr 30)
• Color blindness exam if applicable (in-person exam only)
• Respiratory safety clearance required prior to start and renewed annually (exceptions apply)

Competency & Testing Requirements

• Medication/Pharmacology competency exam as applicable
• Dysrhythmia/EKG competency exam may be required for some units
• ICU RNs may be required to take EKG exam onsite after start
• Unit-specific skills checklist required, renewed annually

Facility-Specific Requirements

• Review and sign facility policies and job description prior to start
• TB questionnaire completed and signed by healthcare provider within 90 days of start, renewed annually
• Various attestations and compliance documents required before start
• Passport-style photo for badge required

Additional Notes

• Candidates must have full 7 years of work history documented with no gaps
• Some certifications and verifications must be completed or current within specified timeframes relative to start date
• Religious and medical exemptions for immunizations and fit testing may be considered with proper documentation and approval

This position offers an opportunity to work in a well-established acute care setting with a comprehensive credentialing and compliance process to ensure patient and staff safety.