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

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse (Travel/Contract)

Location: San Francisco, California
Specialty: Registered Nurse (RN)
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Telemetry/Ambulatory Care RN responsible 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 and individualized care considering psychological, sociocultural, spiritual, economic, and lifestyle factors.
• Foster collaborative relationships with patients, families, physicians, and healthcare providers through effective communication.

Requirements

• California RN Licensure
• BLS (AHA) certification
• Minimum 2 years of solid telemetry experience and ACU/PACU experience
• Shift: 4 x 10-hour days, 0600-1000 start times; no on-call or weekend rotation

Certifications & Competencies

• ACLS (AHA or ARC) – verify by position
• BLS (AHA or ARC)
• PALS (AHA or ARC) – verify by position
• NRP (AHA/AAP) – Instructor or Advanced Provider Course, verify by position
• CCRN – verify by position
• TNCC – valid for 4 years, verify by position
• EFM – verify by position (typically for L&D)
• Tech Cert Verification – required within 30 days of start, as applicable
• State License – hard copy or documentation including license number required
• State License Verification – primary source online verification within 30 days of start
• NURSYS Verification (RN) – within 30 days of start
• IV Certification (if applicable)
• Management of Assaultive Behavior (MAB) – verify by position
• NIH Stroke Certification – verify by position
• Miscellaneous certifications as applicable (e.g., Crisis Prevention Institute, EKG/Medication testing)
• Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam – required as applicable
• Competency Exam – minimum passing score 80% or Angoff score, as applicable
• Dysrhythmia/EKG Competency Exam – may be required for some Tele units

Background Checks & Screening

• 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 international search if applicable.
• FACIS Level 3 screening required within 2 weeks of start and monthly thereafter.
• EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG, OFAC Sanctions List, Medi-Cal Suspended and Ineligible Provider List as applicable.
• Sex Offender Search within 90 days of start.
• Transcript/Diploma verification or attestation if verification unsuccessful.
• Pending background check attestation not accepted at this facility.

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Physical Exam within 1 year of start (Aya Physical Statement acceptable).
• Fit Mask test within 1 year, renewed annually (specific mask types accepted).
• Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap within 10 years (TDAP required, TD alone not accepted).
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 90 days of start; TB questionnaire within 90 days, renewed annually.
• Immunizations or positive titers required for:

  • Rubeola (Measles)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Hepatitis B (series or declination)
  • Varicella
• Drug Testing: Negative 9-panel drug screen within 6 months of start (excluding marijuana/cannabinoids per CA law).
• Seasonal Flu Vaccination or signed declination required during flu season (11/1-4/30).
• Color Blind Exam (in-person) if applicable.
• Respiratory Safety Clearance prior to start, renewed annually (not required for some roles).

Employment History & Documentation

• Full 7 years of work history required on application with no gaps; verification required for up to 7 years.
• References: 2 professional references required for clinical/allied/per diem acute care; 1 for per diem non-acute care.
• Unit-specific skills checklist required, renewed annually (Aya only).

Facility Specific Documents

• Candidate 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
  • TB Questionnaire
  • Dress Code Policy (review only)
  • Request for Religious Accommodation Form (if applicable)
  • Epic Questionnaire (RN only, required for new candidates starting 11/3/2025 and onward)

Additional Notes

• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required for this position.
• Contract length is 13 weeks.
• No weekend or on-call shifts required.

This position is ideal for experienced telemetry RNs with ambulatory care experience seeking a travel contract in San Francisco with a reputable healthcare system.