PACU Registered Nurse
San Francisco, CA
Host Healthcare
4x10 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Registered Nurse (PACU) - Travel/Contract

Location: San Francisco, California
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Responsible for pre-op patient preparation for surgery including patient assessment, IV insertion, Foley catheter insertion, glucose checks, blood draws, and executing physician orders.
• Discharge patients to the unit or home after surgery.
• Recover patients in the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) and Ambulatory Care Unit (ACU).

Requirements

• Current California RN License
• Minimum 2 years of experience in PACU or ICU
• Certifications:

  • BLS (AHA)
  • ACLS
  • PALS

Shift Details

• 4 shifts per week, 10 hours each (4x10s)
• Variable shifts Monday to Friday:

  • 06:00 AM to 04:30 PM
  • 11:30 AM to 10:00 PM
• No weekends or on-call required

Background Checks & Compliance

• 7-year background check required within 6 months of start, including SSN trace with all aliases, county searches, nationwide sex offender search, education verification, and FACIS Level 3 screening.
• Annual updates required for EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG, and FACIS screening.
• Sex offender search must be run within 90 days of start.
• Education verification required for highest level achieved (not required if high school).
• Transcript/diploma verification as needed, especially for international education.
• Pending background check attestation not accepted for this facility.

Certifications & Competencies

• ACLS, BLS, PALS (AHA or ARC only)
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) - verify by position
• CCRN, TNCC, EFM, CPI - verify by position
• State license verification and NURSYS verification required within 30 days of start
• Medication/Pharmacology competency exams as applicable
• Dysrhythmia/EKG competency exam may be required
• ICU RNs may be required to take an EKG exam onsite after start

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year of start (annual renewal only for specific units)
• Fit mask test within 1 year, renewed annually (exceptions apply)
• Immunizations required:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years)
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 90 days, renewed annually
  • Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella - proof of immunity or vaccination
  • Hepatitis B series or declination
  • Varicella immunity or vaccination
  • Seasonal flu vaccination during flu season (Nov 1 - Apr 30) or signed declination
• Negative 9-panel drug screen within 6 months of start (excluding marijuana/cannabinoids per CA law)
• Color blind exam if applicable (in-person only)
• Respiratory safety clearance prior to start, renewed annually (exceptions apply)

Facility Specific Documents & Policies

• Must review and sign:

  • Job description
  • Standards of Business Conduct
  • Vendor Training (2024 and 2025 as applicable)
  • Code of Conduct (2024 and 2025 as applicable)
  • Overpayment Refund Policy (2024 and 2025 as applicable)
  • Conditional Offer of Employment Attestation
  • General Regulatory Orientation for Contracted Workers
  • Dress Code Policy (review only)
  • Request for Religious Accommodation Form (if applicable)
  • TB Screening Questionnaire within 90 days of start, renewed annually
  • Epic Questionnaire (RN only, required for new candidates starting 11/3/2025 and onward)

Employment History & References

• Full 7 years of work history required on application with no gaps
• Employment verification required for up to 7 years, with explanations for gaps over 30 days
• Attestations for unverifiable employment accepted only under strict conditions
• 2 professional references required for clinical and allied positions (within 3 years)

This position offers a structured schedule with no weekends or on-call duties, ideal for experienced PACU RNs licensed in California seeking a travel contract in a reputable healthcare system. Compliance with extensive background checks, certifications, and health requirements is mandatory.