MICU 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
ICU Registered Nurse
- Location: San Francisco, California
- Employment type: Travel/Contract
- Contract length: 13 weeks
- Unit: New MS-ICU unit, planned to open 1/05/2027
- Orientation: First week at one of two sister campuses, then the primary campus assignment
- Shift: Day, 3x12-hour shifts, 7:00 to 19:30
- Hours: 12 per day, 36 per week
Schedule and Float
- On call: As needed
- Weekends: Every other weekend
- Float scope: As needed, based on census and staffing, to units within scope of practice and sister campuses
- RTO: Limited/no RTO accepted
Required Qualifications
- Valid RN license in California
- Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) / Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
- MICU (Medical Intensive Care Unit) experience of 2 years
- MICU (Medical Intensive Care Unit) experience within the last year
- BLS (Basic Life Support) 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; the source offers a free online course, and uploads must show the expiration date from the achieved date, 1 or 2 years)
Certifications and Competencies (Position-Dependent)
The source lists these as "verify by position," so they are not confirmed as required for every assignment:
- PALS, NRP, CCRN, TNCC, EFM, MAB, CPI
- IV certification (may be required for some imaging techs)
- Competency exam: passing score of 80% or the Angoff score if higher; ICU nurses at one site must also take the Telemetry competency test and the unit-specific test
- Medication/pharmacology competency exam
- Unit-specific skills checklist
- EKG exam onsite after start for ICU and telemetry RNs
- Nursys verification and state license verification, both within 30 days of start
Health and Compliance
- Physical exam: Within 1 year of start
- TB: Questionnaire within 90 days of start, renewed annually. Plus a negative QuantiFERON-Gold or T-SPOT within 90 days, or 2 PPDs (the first within 1 year and the second within 90 days). A negative chest X-ray is required within 1 year for those with a positive history or symptoms.
- Immunizations: Tdap within 10 years (or lifetime Tdap with a Td booster in the past 10 years). Measles, mumps, rubella, and varicella titers or vaccines. Hepatitis B titer, series, or signed declination.
- Flu: Seasonal flu vaccine or documentation during flu season (11/1 to 4/30). Candidates without valid proof must wear a mask in patient care areas.
- Drug screen: Negative 9-panel drug screen within 6 months of start. Marijuana/cannabinoids are excluded from new screens.
- Respiratory safety: Clearance completed prior to start and renewed annually. Fit test within 1 year of start, renewed annually, with acceptable 3M masks listed in the source.
- Color vision: In-person exam by a licensed provider before start. Online exams are not accepted.
Background and Employment History
- Background check: 7-year background check within 6 months of start, including a nationwide sex offender search within 90 days
- Exclusion and screening checks: Federal and state exclusion-list searches, plus a FACIS Level 3 search within 2 weeks of start, with monthly updates
- Education: Highest level of education verified (not required for a high school diploma as the highest level)
- Work history: Full 7 years of work history on the application, with no gaps. Employment verification covers up to 7 years, and any gap over 30 days must be explained.
- References: 2 professional references required for acute care candidates, dated within 3 years of hire
Orientation and Policies
- Review and sign facility policies, the job description, the code of conduct, the standards of business conduct, the general regulatory orientation, and the dress code prior to start
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 Medical 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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