ICU Registered Nurse
Berkeley, California
Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Ashby Campus

Registered Nurse (ICU) - Travel/Contract

Location: Berkeley, California
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

• Shift: 3 shifts of 12 hours each (3/12s)
• Experience Required: Minimum 3 years of RN ICU experience
• License/Certifications Required:

  • California RN License
  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
• Weekend Requirements: Every other weekend (EOW) and as needed by the unit
• On Call: As needed
• Floating: May float to other units within scope of practice, including different campuses (Summit or Herrick). Notice typically given 1.5 hours before shift start. Shuttle provided for floating between campuses. Flexibility required.
• Traveling: Suitable for nurses traveling for more than a year

Background Check Requirements

• 7-year background check within 6 months of start, including:

  • Social Security trace with all aliases
  • County searches for last 7 years of residence/work/school
  • Nationwide sex offender search (within 90 days of start)
  • Education verification (highest level achieved, not required if high school)
  • FACIS Level 3 screening within 2 weeks of start and monthly thereafter
  • EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks, updated annually
  • Motor Vehicle Report if driving position (not applicable here)
• Transcript/Diploma verification if education verification unsuccessful
• State-specific Medi-Cal Suspended and Ineligible Provider List if FACIS III cannot be run

Certifications (Verify by Position)

• ACLS (AHA or ARC)
• BLS (AHA or ARC)
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) - as applicable
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Procedure) - as applicable
• CCRN (Critical Care RN) - as applicable
• TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course) - valid for 4 years
• EFM (Electronic Fetal Monitoring) - typically for Labor & Delivery
• CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute) - as applicable
• State License (copy and primary source verification within 30 days of start)
• NURSYS Verification (RN) within 30 days of start
• IV Certification (if applicable)
• NIH Stroke Certification - verify by position

Competency Exams

• Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam (as applicable)
• Competency Exam (minimum passing score 80% or Angoff score)
• Dysrhythmia/EKG Competency Exam (may be required for some Tele units)

Health and Immunization Requirements

• Physical Exam within 1 year of start (must clear for work)
• Fit Mask Test within 1 year, renewed annually (exceptions apply)
• Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap within 10 years (TDAP required, TD alone not accepted)
• Negative TB test or Chest X-Ray within 90 days, renewed annually
• Immunity or vaccination proof for:

  • Rubeola (Measles)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Hepatitis B (series or declination)
  • Varicella
• Negative 9-panel drug screen within 6 months (excluding marijuana/cannabinoids due to CA law)
• Seasonal Flu Vaccination or signed declination during flu season (Nov 1 - Apr 30)
• Color Blind Exam (in-person, if applicable)
• Respiratory Safety Clearance (renewed annually, not required for some roles)

Facility Specific Documents (Must Review/Complete Prior to Start)

• Job Description
• Standards of Business Conduct
• Conditional Offer of Employment Attestation
• General Regulatory Orientation for Contracted Workers
• HIPAA Agreement
• Badge Form
• Confidentiality Agreement
• Report of Abuse
• IT Department Statement of Confidentiality
• Orientation Booklet and Post Test
• Vendor Training and Code of Conduct (2024 and 2025 versions depending on contract date)
• Overpayment Refund Policy (2024 and 2025 versions depending on contract date)
• Request for Religious Accommodation Form (if applicable)
• TB Questionnaire (within 90 days, renewed annually)
• Epic Questionnaire (RN only, required for new candidates starting 11/3/2025 and onward)

Employment History and References

• Full 7 years of work history required on application (including city and state) with no gaps
• Employment verification for up to 7 years required, including start/end dates, position, and rehire eligibility
• Explanation required for any gaps over 30 days
• 2 professional references required for clinical and allied acute care candidates (within 3 years)

Additional Notes

• Flexibility with floating to different units and campuses is expected
• Shuttle service provided for floating between campuses
• Background checks and certifications must be current and compliant with facility and state requirements
• Religious and medical exemptions for immunizations and PPE requirements may be considered with proper documentation and approval

This position is ideal for experienced ICU RNs seeking a travel/contract role in California with a reputable healthcare system.