ICU RN
San Francisco, CA
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$3,031/weekOverview
- Start Date11/30/2026
- 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
Assignment Overview
- Location: San Francisco, California
- Unit: New MS-ICU unit, planned to open 1/05/2027. Travelers will train for this unit.
- Contract length: 13 weeks
- Shift: Day, 3x12-hour shifts (7:00 to 19:30), 12 hours per day, 36 hours per week
- Orientation: First week at one of two facility sites, then assigned to the primary campus
- Accepted candidates: Limited or no RTO accepted
Schedule and Float Scope
- On call: As needed
- Weekends: Every other weekend
- Floating: As needed, based on census and staffing, to units within scope of practice and to sister facilities in the system
Required Qualifications
- Valid California RN license
- ICU - Intensive Care Unit (2 years of experience)
- ICU - Intensive Care Unit experience within the last year
- BLS (AHA or ARC only)
- ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
- NIHSS (free online training is available; the source lists an upload expiration of 1 or 2 years from the achieved date)
- Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) / Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
Certifications and Competencies Listed (Required by Position)
The source lists the following as applicable by position, pending verification:
- PALS (AHA or ARC only)
- NRP (AHA/AAP only; must be Instructor or Advanced Provider Course)
- CCRN
- TNCC (valid for 4 years)
- EFM (typically for L&D; AWHONN certification valid for 2 years)
- Management of Assaultive Behavior (MAB)
- CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute)
- Medication pharmacology competency exam
- Unit competency exam, with a minimum passing score of 80% unless the Angoff score is higher
- ICU and MS/Tele RNs must take an onsite EKG exam after start
Pre-Start Health Requirements
- Physical exam within 1 year of start
- TB questionnaire within 90 days of start, renewed annually
- TB test (negative QuantiFERON or T-SPOT within 90 days of start, or 2 PPDs) or negative chest x-ray within 1 year of start
- Negative 9-panel drug screen within 6 months of start
- Immunization proof for Tdap, measles, mumps, rubella, hepatitis B, and varicella (titers or vaccine records; medical or religious exemptions may be considered)
- Flu vaccination or documentation during flu season (11/1 to 4/30)
- In-person color blind exam (online exams not accepted)
- Fit test within 1 year of start, renewed annually (PAPR training required if the test is failed for reasons other than facial hair)
- RespSafety clearance, renewed annually
Background and Employment History
- 7-year background check within 6 months of start, plus sex offender, OIG/SAM, OFAC, FACIS Level 3 (within 2 weeks of start), and Medi-Cal provider list searches
- Education verification of highest level achieved (not required for high school)
- Employment application with a full 7 years of work history, no gaps
- Work history verification for up to 7 years; gaps over 30 days must be explained, and gaps over one year require approval
- Two professional references required for clinical candidates
- Pending background check attestations are not accepted, and conditional clearances are not allowed at any facility in the system
Onboarding Documents
- Review and sign before start: job description, general regulatory orientation, standards of business conduct, code of conduct (2025), vendor training (2025), overpayment refund policy (2025), and the conditional offer of employment attestation (must be completed before start)
- Review before start: dress code policy
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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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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