ICU RN
San Francisco, CA
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$3,031/weekOverview
- Start Date12/14/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Referral bonus
- School loan reimbursement
- Vision benefits
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Company provided housing options
- License and certification reimbursement
- Life insurance
- Medical benefits
- Mileage reimbursement
- Pet insurance
- Discount program
- Employee assistance programs
- Guaranteed Hours
- Health savings account
- Holiday Pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Continuing Education
- Dental benefits
Qualifications
- Associate of Science in Nursing, Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Description
Registered Nurse - ICU (Travel/Contract)
Overview
- Location: San Francisco, California
- Unit: New MS-ICU unit planned to open 1/05/2027. Travelers train for this unit.
- Contract Length: 13 weeks
- Shift: Day shift, 3x12-hour shifts (7:00 to 19:30), 12 hours per day, 36 hours per week
- Orientation: First week at one of two orientation sites, then work at the primary campus
- Floating: As needed based on census and staffing demands, to units within scope of practice and sister campuses
- On Call: As needed
- Weekends: Every other weekend
- RTO: Limited/no RTO accepted
Required Qualifications
- Valid California RN license
- 2 years of ICU (Intensive Care Unit) experience
- ICU (Intensive Care Unit) experience within the last year
- BLS issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
- ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
- NIHSS (NIH Stroke Certification; free online training available)
- Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Health Requirements
- Physical exam within 1 year of start; does not need annual renewal
- TB screening: negative QuantiFERON or T-SPOT within 90 days of start, or two PPDs (first within 1 year, second within 90 days of start). TB questionnaire within 90 days of start, renewed annually.
- Measles, mumps, rubella, varicella immunity (titer or vaccination records); hepatitis B immunity or signed declination; Tdap within 10 years
- Annual flu vaccination or documentation during flu season (11/1 to 4/30); workers without proof must mask in patient care areas
- Negative 9-panel drug screen within 6 months of start (marijuana/cannabinoids excluded for new screens)
- Fit test within 1 year of start, renewed annually (PAPR training required if failed for reasons other than facial hair)
- In-person color vision exam if applicable; online color blind exams are not accepted
- RespSafety clearance (EScreen or RespSafety forms accepted), renewed annually
Background and Application Requirements
- 7-year background check completed within 6 months of start
- Sex offender search within 90 days of start
- FACIS Level 3 screening within 2 weeks of start, with monthly updates
- EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG searches, updated annually
- Education verification (highest level attained); official transcripts accepted only after verification attempts fail
- Employment application with full 7 years of work history and no gaps
- Work history verification for up to 7 years; gaps over 30 days must be explained; gaps or discrepancies over 1 year require approval
- Two professional references (for clinical, allied, and per diem acute care candidates); references do not hold up client clearance
- Candidates may not start with open background cases; conditional clearances are not accepted
Other Documents
- Facility-specific policies, codes of conduct, and orientation documents must be reviewed and signed before start
- Photo for badge (per diem only)
- Personal or auto insurance is not required for this role
Employer
Host Healthcare
267 nurses recommend working with Host Healthcare
Pros
Mikayla was great to work with. She guided me the whole way through the credentialing process, told me what to expect, and was responsive anytime I had questions. I would recommend Mikayla as a recruiter and would work with her in the future.
Cons
No cons in working with Mikayla at all.
Recommends working with Host Healthcare
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At Host Healthcare, we provide a truly comfortable experience as you explore your travel nursing, therapy, or allied career. We make your travel healthcare journey easy by taking care of all the details, so you don’t have to.
We are on a mission to help others live better and we do this by helping the healers of the world be as comfortable as possible. With access to tens of thousands of travel nursing, therapy, and allied jobs in all 50 states, our responsive and friendly recruiters find your dream position based on what’s important to you.
During your assignment, get access to premium benefits, including Day 1 medical that continues up to 30 days between assignments, 401K matching, travel reimbursements, dedicated housing support, and more. We also offer 24/7 support from our team and access to our on-staff clinicians so you can feel comfortable and confident throughout your entire assignment.
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About San Francisco, CA
As a Travel Intensive Care Unit Nurse in San Francisco, CA here's what you should know:- San Francisco's cost of living is significantly higher than the national average, especially in terms of housing.
- Wages are relatively high, but they may not fully match the increased cost of living.
- Summer average highs range from 60-70°F, while winter average lows range from 45-55°F.
- Short-term rentals can be found, but they are in high demand and may be relatively expensive.
- It's advisable to start the search early.
- San Francisco is not very car-friendly due to limited parking and heavy traffic.
- However, the city has an extensive public transportation system, including buses, trams, and the famous cable cars.
- San Francisco is a diverse city with a wide range of ages.
- Common health issues include respiratory problems due to the fog and air quality.
- It has a large population of travel nurses due to its numerous healthcare facilities.
- San Francisco offers a plethora of activities, including diverse restaurants, vibrant art and music scenes, numerous sports events, and abundant outdoor opportunities such as hiking, beach activities, and exploring parks.
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