Outpatient Surgery RN
Tracy, CA
Host Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Registered Nurse – Outpatient Surgery (Travel/Contract)

Location: Tracy, California
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

• Provide direct patient care, patient/family education, and manage transitions of care in an outpatient surgery setting (Phase II/Ambulatory Surgery).
• Develop and coordinate individualized interdisciplinary care plans considering psychological, sociocultural, spiritual, economic, and lifestyle factors.
• Foster collaborative relationships with patients, families, physicians, and healthcare team members through effective communication.
• Perform routine nursing assignments and develop competence through structured work.

Work Schedule

• Day shift, 5 days per week, 8 hours per day (9:30 AM – 6:00 PM)

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in California
• Minimum 3 years of experience in outpatient surgery, with outpatient surgery experience within the last year
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• Certifications:

  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
  • BLS (Basic Life Support) issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• Experience with Epic electronic health record system

Facility Highlights

• Acute Care Hospital with 81 staffed beds.
• Charting system: EPIC.
• Free parking in any unrestricted space.
• Recently expanded ER, Family Birth Center, outpatient surgery center, and imaging center.

Background and Compliance Requirements

• 7-year background check 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.
• Drug screening: Negative 9-panel drug screen within 6 months of start (excluding marijuana/cannabinoids per California law).
• 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.
• Two professional references required within 3 years (Aya requirement, not client).

Health and Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year of start, including clearance for work.
• Fit mask test within 1 year, renewed annually (specific mask types required).
• TB screening: Negative QGold or TSPOT within 90 days or 2-step PPD testing with annual renewal.
• Immunizations or titers required 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) or signed declination with mask requirement in patient care areas.
• Color vision exam (in-person) required if applicable.
• Respiratory safety clearance required annually (not required for some lab and pharmacy roles).

Additional Certifications and Competencies

• Some positions may require:

  • Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) – Instructor or Advanced Provider Course
  • Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) – valid for 4 years
  • Electronic Fetal Monitoring (EFM) – typically for Labor & Delivery
  • Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI)
  • Medication/Pharmacology competency exams as applicable
  • Dysrhythmia/EKG competency exam for some telemetry units
• ICU and Med/Surg/Telemetry RNs at certain locations may be required to take onsite EKG exams after start.

Facility-Specific Documents and Policies

• Candidates must review and sign facility-specific documents prior to start, including:

  • Job description
  • Standards of Business Conduct
  • Vendor Training (2024 and beyond)
  • Code of Conduct (2024 and beyond)
  • Overpayment Refund Policy (2024 and beyond)
  • General Regulatory Orientation for Contracted Workers
  • Dress Code Policy (review only)
• Conditional offer of employment attestation required prior to start.
• Religious exemption forms required for facial hair (PAPR) and certain vaccine exemptions; approvals handled on a case-by-case basis.

Notes on Location

• Tracy, CA is described as a friendly city with a vibrant arts and entertainment scene, numerous festivals, and easy access to recreational areas such as the Bay Delta, Yosemite, Tahoe, and San Francisco.

This summary includes all relevant information for healthcare recruiters and workers considering this travel nursing opportunity.