Home Health RN
Santa Rosa, CA
Host Healthcare
4x9 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Registered Nurse Travel/Contract Job - Santa Rosa, California

Job Details

• Specialty: Registered Nurse
• Location: Santa Rosa, California
• Employment Type: Travel/Contract
• Contract Length: 13 weeks
• Shift: 5 days a week, 8-hour shifts (8 AM - 5 PM)

Licensure & Certifications Required

• Valid California RN license
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (AHA or ARC)
• Valid California Driver’s License and Auto Insurance (required for driving positions)

Experience Requirements

• Must be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing
• Demonstrated general nursing knowledge including nursing theories, medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology
• General knowledge of healthcare industry standards, safety policies, patient care, privacy, and regulatory changes
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for diverse audiences
• Ability to prioritize assignments, work independently and as part of a team, and manage multiple tasks in an interrupted environment
• Problem-solving skills to evaluate and resolve standard issues
• Commitment to patient privacy and protected health information (PHI)
• Ability to build collaborative relationships with peers and healthcare providers

Background & Screening Requirements

• 7-year background check required within 6 months of start, including SSN trace with all aliases, county searches, sex offender search, education verification, motor vehicle report (for driving roles), and FACIS Level 3 screening
• Annual updates required for EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG, and FACIS screenings
• Drug screening: Negative 9-panel drug screen within 6 months of start (excluding marijuana/cannabinoids per CA law)
• Employment history verification covering 7 years with no gaps over 30 days; full 7 years of work history must be documented in the application
• Professional references required (2 for clinical/allied/per diem acute care; 1 for per diem non-acute care)

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year of start (must indicate cleared for work)
• Fit mask test within 1 year, renewed annually (exceptions apply)
• Immunizations and/or titers required:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years)
  • Negative TB test or chest x-ray within 90 days, renewed annually
  • Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella: Positive titers or vaccination series with boosters as needed
  • Hepatitis B: Positive titer, vaccination series, or signed declination
  • Varicella: Positive titer or vaccination series with boosters as needed
  • Seasonal flu vaccination during flu season (Nov 1 - Apr 30) or signed declination
• Drug testing as noted above
• Color blindness exam if applicable (in-person exam required)
• Respiratory safety clearance prior to start, renewed annually (exceptions apply)

Competency & Skills

• Medication/Pharmacology competency exam as applicable
• Unit-specific skills checklist required, renewed annually
• Dysrhythmia/EKG competency exam may be required for some units
• Additional competency exams may be required depending on unit and role

Facility-Specific Requirements

• Candidate must review and sign facility-specific documents prior to start, including:

  • Job description
  • Standards of business conduct
  • Code of conduct
  • Vendor training
  • Overpayment refund policy
  • Regulatory orientation for contracted workers
  • Conditional offer of employment attestation
  • TB questionnaire (within 90 days, renewed annually)
  • Religious accommodation forms if applicable (for PAPR or vaccine exemptions)
• Personal or auto insurance required and must be effective for the duration of the assignment (for home health/driving roles)

Additional Notes

• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required for this position.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) is preferred but not mandatory.
• Candidates must be able to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong emphasis on compliance with privacy laws and healthcare regulations.

This position offers a structured 13-week travel contract with day shifts in a home health setting requiring a California RN license and standard nursing certifications. Candidates should be prepared for comprehensive background checks, immunization compliance, and facility-specific onboarding requirements.