ICU RN
San Francisco, CA
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$3,031/weekOverview
- Start Date12/14/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- 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
ICU Registered Nurse (Travel)
Overview
- Location: San Francisco, California
- Employment type: Travel/Contract
- Contract length: 13 weeks
- Unit: New MS-ICU unit, planned to open 1/05/2027. Travelers will help train for it.
- Shift: Night, 3x12-hour shifts (7:00 PM to 7:30 AM)
- Hours: 12 hours per day, 36 hours per week
- Limited/no RTO accepted
Assignment Details
- Orientation: First week at one of two facility sites
- Assignment base: Main campus, with floating as needed based on census and staffing to units within scope of practice and sister facilities in the system
- On call: As needed
- Weekends: Every other weekend
Required Qualifications
- Valid RN license in California
- ICU - Intensive Care Unit (2 years of experience)
- ICU - Intensive Care Unit experience within the last year
- ACLS issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
- BLS issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
- NIH Stroke Certification (NIHSS), free online course; expires 1 or 2 years from the achievement date, depending on the certificate
- Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) / Associate Degree in Nursing
Other Certifications Listed (verify by position)
- PALS, NRP (AHA/AAP only; instructor or advanced provider course), CCRN, TNCC, EFM (typically for L&D), Management of Assaultive Behavior (MAB), CPI
Testing and Competencies
- Medication/pharmacology competency exam: must meet or exceed the Angoff score
- Competency exam: minimum passing score of 80%, or the Angoff score if higher
- ICU RNs must take an onsite EKG exam after start
Onboarding and Compliance Requirements
- Background: 7-year background check within 6 months of start; sex offender search within 90 days; federal exclusion screenings (SAM/EPLS, HHS/OIG, OFAC, FACIS Level 3) within 2 weeks of start and updated monthly; education verification of highest level achieved (not required for high school only); pending background check attestations are not accepted
- Licensure: Primary source verification of state license and NURSYS verification within 30 days of start
- Work history: Application covering the full 7 years with no gaps; verify up to 7 years of employment; explain gaps over 30 days; 2 professional references within 3 years of hire
- Health: Physical exam within 1 year of start; TB questionnaire within 90 days of start (renewed annually); TB test within 90 days of start, or a PPD/IGRA-based screen with annual renewal (chest X-ray if positive); negative 9-panel drug screen within 6 months of start (new screens exclude marijuana/cannabinoids); in-person color blind exam
- Immunizations: Tdap (within 10 years); documented immunity or vaccination for measles, mumps, rubella, varicella, and hepatitis B; annual flu vaccine documentation during flu season (November 1 to April 30) or a signed declination
- Respiratory protection: Fit test within 1 year of start, renewed annually (acceptable masks: 3M 1870+, 1860 Small, 1804 Regular, 1804 Small); RespSafety clearance, renewed annually (Escreen or Resp Safety forms accepted)
- Documents: Review and sign facility job description, standards of business conduct, general regulatory orientation, code of conduct, overpayment refund policy, and vendor training before start
Employer
Host Healthcare
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Recommends working with Host Healthcare
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.
Travel comfortably with Host Healthcare.
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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