Emergency Department Registered Nurse
San Francisco, CA
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse - Emergency Room

Location

• San Francisco, California

Employment Type

• Travel/Contract

Contract Length

• 13 weeks

Shift Details

• Night shift, 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (7:00 PM to 7:30 AM)
• Weekend rotation required
• No on-call requirement

Job Description

• Provide nursing care demonstrating knowledge of evidence-based practice, pathophysiology, pharmacology, and regulatory standards.
• Perform clinical procedures including IV insertion, Foley catheterization, and wound dressings.
• Utilize telemetry monitoring, ventilators, and administer medications safely.
• Accurately document patient assessments and changes in condition.
• Educate patients and families effectively.
• Act as a patient advocate and work both independently and collaboratively within the healthcare team.
• Maintain professional appearance and complete assigned duties timely.
• Accept constructive feedback and take initiative for follow-up care.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in California
• Minimum 2 years of Emergency Department (ED) nursing experience, including experience within the last year
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• Certifications:

  • Basic Life Support (BLS) issued by the American Heart Association
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) issued by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) issued by the American Heart Association

Background and Compliance Requirements

• 7-year background check including social security trace, county searches, sex offender registry, education verification, and FACIS Level 3 screening.
• Annual updates required for EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG, and FACIS screenings.
• Education verification required; Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred.
• Negative 9-panel drug screen within 6 months (excluding marijuana/cannabinoids due to California law).
• Physical exam within 1 year of start, including clearance for work.
• Fit test for approved masks within 1 year, renewed annually.
• Immunizations and/or titers required:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years)
  • Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella (MMR) immunity or vaccination
  • Hepatitis B series or declination
  • Varicella immunity or vaccination
  • Annual flu vaccination or signed declination during flu season (Nov 1 - Apr 30)
• Negative TB test or chest x-ray within 90 days of start, renewed annually.
• Respiratory safety clearance required annually.
• Color vision exam by licensed healthcare provider prior to start.
• References: 2 professional references within last 3 years required.

Documentation and Training

• Must review and sign facility-specific documents including job description, standards of business conduct, code of conduct, vendor training, and regulatory orientation prior to start.
• Required to complete competency exams as applicable, including medication and telemetry competencies.
• ICU and telemetry RNs at this location must pass an onsite EKG exam after start.
• Unit-specific skills checklist required, renewed annually.

Work History and Application

• Complete 7 years of work history with no gaps in application.
• Employment verification required for up to 7 years; gaps over 30 days must be explained.
• Attestations for unverifiable employment are limited and require approval.

This position offers an opportunity to work in a fast-paced Emergency Department setting with a reputable healthcare system in San Francisco, requiring strong clinical skills, certifications, and compliance with extensive background and health documentation standards.