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

Job Opportunity: ICU Registered Nurse

Location: Modesto, California
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Provide assessment, coordination, delivery, and evaluation of nursing care in an acute patient setting.
• Deliver holistic and individualized care considering psychological, sociocultural, spiritual, economic, and lifestyle factors.
• Educate patients and families and manage transitions of care.
• Collaborate effectively with patients, families, physicians, and healthcare providers.
• Adhere to policies, industry standards, best practices, and applicable laws to promote optimal patient experience.

Shift Details

• 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (3 x 12)
• Weekend requirement: Every other Saturday and Sunday; holidays as needed

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in California
• Minimum of 1 year of ICU (Intensive Care Unit) experience within the last year
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• ACLS certification issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• BLS certification issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross

Experience

• Specialty: Registered Nurse in ICU
• Required years of experience: Not explicitly stated; assume minimum experience appropriate for ICU level nursing (typically 1+ years ICU experience recommended)
• No explicit prior travel experience required

Background and Compliance Requirements

• 7-year background check required within 6 months of start
• Various federal and state screenings including EPLS, HHS/OIG, FACIS Level 3, Sex Offender Search, and others as applicable
• Education verification required (Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred)
• Drug screening: Negative 9-panel drug screen within 6 months of start (excluding marijuana/cannabinoids due to CA law)
• Physical exam within 1 year of start
• Fit mask test within 1 year of start, renewed annually (exceptions apply)
• Immunizations and health screenings including:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years)
  • Negative TB test or chest x-ray (annual renewal required)
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Hepatitis B, Varicella immunity or vaccination as required
  • Seasonal flu vaccination during flu season (Nov-April) or signed declination
• Respiratory safety clearance required annually (exceptions apply)

Additional Certifications and Competencies

• Medication/Pharmacology competency exam as applicable
• Dysrhythmia/EKG competency exam may be required for some telemetry units
• Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) certification may be required
• Other certifications as applicable to ICU nursing

Documentation and Orientation

• Must review and sign facility-specific documents including job description, standards of business conduct, code of conduct, vendor training, and regulatory orientation prior to start
• TB screening questionnaire required within 90 days of start and annually thereafter
• References: 2 professional references required within 3 years for clinical acute care candidates
• Employment application must include full 7 years of work history with no gaps

Notes

• Weekend and holiday coverage required as part of the schedule
• Candidate must be prepared to comply with all health, safety, and regulatory requirements prior to start
• Religious exemptions for certain requirements may be considered on a case-by-case basis with appropriate documentation

This position is ideal for experienced ICU Registered Nurses licensed in California who are comfortable working 12-hour shifts with weekend and holiday rotations in an acute care setting.