PACU Registered Nurse
Davis, CA
Host Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Evenings
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse (PACU) - Travel/Contract

Location: Davis, California
Contract Length: 11 weeks

Position Overview

• Accountable for assessment, coordination, delivery, and evaluation of nursing care in an acute patient setting.
• Provides direct patient care, patient/family education, and manages transitions of care.
• Develops and implements individualized care plans considering psychological, sociocultural, spiritual, economic, and lifestyle factors.
• Maintains collaborative relationships with patients, families, physicians, and healthcare providers through effective communication.
• Adheres to hospital policies, industry standards, best practices, and applicable laws to promote optimal patient experience.
• Call may be required on weekends but is minimal and based on departmental need.

Requirements

• License: California Registered Nurse (CA RN) license required.
• Certifications:

  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
  • PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
• Experience: Minimum 2 years of nursing experience (highest required years of experience).
• Technical Skills: Experience with EPIC electronic health record system.
• Prior Travel Experience: Not explicitly required.

Background Checks & Compliance

• 7-year background check required within 6 months of start, including SSN trace, county searches, sex offender search, education verification, 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 due to CA law).
• TB screening: Negative TB test or chest x-ray within 90 days of start, renewed annually.
• Immunizations and Titers: Must provide proof of immunity or vaccination for:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years)
  • Measles (Rubeola)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Hepatitis B (series or declination)
  • Varicella
• Seasonal flu vaccination required during flu season (Nov 1 - Apr 30).
• Physical exam required within 1 year of start.
• Fit test for approved masks required within 1 year of start, renewed annually.

Certifications & Competencies

• Certification verifications required within 30 days of start, including state license and NURSYS verification.
• Competency exams as applicable, including medication/pharmacology and dysrhythmia/EKG competency exams.
• Additional certifications may be required depending on position specifics (e.g., CCRN, TNCC, NRP, EFM).

Documentation & Orientation

• Candidates 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
• Religious exemption forms available for PAPR use and certain vaccine requirements.

Employment History & References

• Full 7 years of work history required on application with no gaps.
• Employment verification for up to 7 years required; gaps over 30 days must be explained.
• Two professional references required for clinical acute care candidates.

Summary

This is a travel/contract Registered Nurse position in the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) in Davis, CA, requiring a California RN license, BLS/ACLS/PALS certifications, EPIC experience, and at least 2 years of nursing experience. The contract length is approximately 11 weeks. Candidates must comply with extensive background checks, immunization requirements, and facility-specific documentation and orientation prior to start. Minimal weekend call may be required.