Endoscopy RN
San Francisco, California
UCSF Health Medical Center

Registered Nurse – Endoscopy (Travel/Contract)

Location: San Francisco, California
Shift: Day (5x8 hours), 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Contract Length: 20 weeks

Job Description

• Work primarily in an outpatient Endoscopy Center with pre/post procedure and inpatient experience required.
• Ability to float to other facilities within the system.
• 8-hour day shifts.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in California.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
• Minimum 2 years of Endoscopy experience, including experience within the last year.
• Experience in both outpatient and inpatient settings.
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.
• Current Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification issued by the American Heart Association.

Preferred Qualifications

• Trauma I/II experience.

Certifications & Competencies

• AHA BLS and ACLS (no exceptions, must be current).
• Pass/Fail Telemetry exam on first day (specific to certain units).
• Medication/Pharmacology competency exam with a passing score of 80% or higher, completed through approved vendors.
• Unit-specific competency exam with a passing score of 80% or higher, completed within 12 months prior to start.
• Core clinical competency modules (Parts I, II, III) with passing scores, updated annually.
• Acknowledgement of Pass/Fail Testing required for all RNs.

Background & Verification Requirements

• 7-year criminal background check including all counties of residence/work and 5 specific Bay Area counties.
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks within 30 days of start.
• Education verification or copy of diploma/transcript.
• NURSYS verification for RN license within 30 days of start.
• Work history verification for 7 years matching resume; gaps of 30+ days must be explained.
• Skills checklist updated annually.

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year of start, including physician’s statement of fitness to work.
• Fit mask test within 1 year of start (specific approved mask types required).
• Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap vaccine within 10 years (declinations not accepted except with medical exemption).
• Two negative TB tests required: one within 1 year and one within 3 months of start (PPD, QuantiFERON, or T-Spot).
• Annual TB questionnaire within 30 days of start.
• Immunity or vaccination documentation required for:

  • Rubeola (Measles)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Hepatitis B (titer, series, or declination)
  • Varicella (IGG titer or 2 vaccines; history of disease not accepted)
• Standard 9-panel drug test (excluding THC) within 30 days of start, re-run every 2 years.
• Seasonal flu vaccine or facility-specific declination required during flu season (Nov-April).
• COVID-19 vaccination is strongly recommended but not required as of current policy.

Additional Requirements & Information

• Must complete facility-specific learning modules prior to or on Day 1 of orientation.
• Pass/Fail Telemetry exam required for nurses working in specified units.
• Management of Assaultive Behavior (MAB) and Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) may be required depending on unit assignment.
• Emergency contact information must be provided.
• Cyber Security Awareness Training and HIPAA Healthcare Provider Module with quizzes required, with passing scores of 80% or higher.
• Candidates must review and acknowledge COVID-19 preparedness and facility policies prior to start.
• References and employment application must be current and include the last 7 years of work history.
• Candidates must be prepared to provide all required documentation and clearances before start date.

Important Notes

• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required for this position.
• Floating to other facilities within the system is expected.
• Candidates must have completed references at time of submission.
• All certifications must be from approved sources (e.g., AHA for BLS/ACLS).
• Compliance with all background checks, health screenings, and facility-specific requirements is mandatory.

This position offers a travel/contract opportunity for experienced RNs with outpatient Endoscopy Center expertise, working day shifts in a major California healthcare setting.