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

Job Summary: Registered Nurse (Travel/Contract)

Location: Tracy, California
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Requirements

• Licenses & Certifications:

  • California RN License (CA RN License)
  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) - AHA or ARC only
  • BLS (Basic Life Support) - AHA or ARC only
  • PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) - AHA or ARC only
• Experience:

  • Specialty: Registered Nurse (no explicit years stated, assume minimum RN experience)
• Schedule:

  • Every other weekend requirement

Background Checks & Verifications

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

  • SS Trace with all aliases
  • County searches for last 7 years of locations lived/worked/schooled
  • Nationwide Sex Offender Search (within 90 days of start)
  • Education verification (highest level achieved, not required if high school)
  • FACIS Level 3 screening within 2 weeks of start and monthly thereafter
  • EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG checks (updated annually)
  • Transcript/Diploma verification (official transcripts accepted if verification unsuccessful)
• Employment application must include full 7 years of work history with no gaps
• Employment verification for up to 7 years required; gaps over 30 days must be explained
• References: 2 professional references required (Aya requirement, not client)

Certifications & Competencies

• Additional certifications may be required depending on position:

  • NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Procedure) - AHA/AAP only, Instructor or Advanced Provider Course
  • CCRN (Critical Care RN)
  • TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course) - valid for 4 years
  • EFM (Electronic Fetal Monitoring) - typically for Labor & Delivery
  • NIH Stroke Certification (expiration 1-2 years)
  • CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute)
  • Management of Assaultive Behavior (MAB) - may be completed onsite during orientation
• Competency exams as applicable:

  • Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam
  • Dysrhythmia/EKG Competency Exam (may be required for some units)
  • Pass/Fail Testing (EKG/Medication) for ICU RNs at certain locations

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year of start (must indicate "cleared for work")
• Fit mask test within 1 year, renewed annually (specific mask types accepted)
• Immunizations and titers required:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years)
  • Negative TB test or chest x-ray within 90 days, renewed annually
  • Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Rubella - positive titers or vaccines required
  • Hepatitis B series or signed declination
  • Varicella - positive titer or vaccines required
  • Seasonal flu vaccination/documentation required during flu season (Nov-April)
• Drug testing: Negative 9-panel drug screen within 6 months of start (excluding marijuana due to CA law)
• Color blind exam if applicable (in-person exam only)
• Respiratory safety clearance required prior to start, renewed annually

Facility Specific Documents & Policies

• Candidates must review and sign:

  • Job description
  • Standards of Business Conduct
  • Vendor Training (2024 and 2025 versions depending on contract date)
  • Code of Conduct (2024 and 2025 versions depending on contract date)
  • Overpayment Refund Policy (2024 and 2025 versions depending on contract date)
  • General Regulatory Orientation for Contracted Workers
  • Dress Code Policy (review only)
  • Conditional Offer of Employment Attestation (must be completed prior to start)
  • TB Questionnaire within 90 days of start, renewed annually
  • 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.
• This is a travel/contract position requiring flexibility and adherence to all background, health, and certification requirements.
• Candidates must be prepared for every other weekend shifts.

This summary includes all relevant information for healthcare recruiters and workers considering this Registered Nurse travel contract in California.