RN Case Manager
Eureka, California
Saint Joseph Hospital

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse (Travel/Contract)

Location: Eureka, California
Facility: Providence St. Joseph Hospital

Job Details

• Specialty: Registered Nurse
• Employment Type: Travel/Contract
• Contract Length: 13 weeks
• Start Date: ASAP
• Experience Required: Minimum 2 years acute care experience
• First-timers: Accepted with Clinical approval
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend (EOW)
• Call: Not required
• Floating: May be required to float between like units based on need
• Charting System: Epic
• Parking: Free parking on first day; assignment parking provided during orientation
• Locals Accepted: Yes

Job Description

• Position involves case management duties.
• Acute care experience is mandatory.
• The role requires working every other weekend.
• Floating between similar units may be necessary depending on staffing needs.

Location Highlights

• Eureka is near 7 different state and national parks, including the famous Redwood Highway.
• Opportunities for outdoor activities such as ocean visits and hiking.
• The city features unique Victorian architecture.
• Facility offers multiple housing resources and assistance, including realtor services if needed.

Required Certifications & Licenses

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support): AHA or Canadian Heart & Stroke Foundation certification required.
• BLS (Basic Life Support): AHA or Canadian Heart & Stroke Foundation certification required.
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support): AHA or Canadian Heart & Stroke Foundation certification required.
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program): Current certification from AAP, AHA, or Canadian Paediatric Society.
• State License: Must hold a valid professional nursing license for California.
• NURSYS Verification: Required for all RNs.
• Other certifications may be required based on unit and clinical track (e.g., Chemotherapy, EFM, IV Certification, NIH Stroke Certification, CPI).

Required Background Checks & Verifications

• Background check within 45 days of start, covering all locations lived/worked in the past 7 years.
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks within 30 days of start, updated monthly.
• Education verification for nursing degree required.
• State-specific searches as applicable.
• Drug screening: 10-panel drug screen within 90 days of start (no instant tests).
• References: Minimum 2 supervisor references covering 1 year of employment within the last 3 years in a comparable specialty/setting.

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year of start, signed by MD, NP, PA, or DO.
• Fit mask test (N95 or equivalent) required for travel candidates, updated annually.
• Immunizations or documented immunity required for:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years)
  • TB test (IGRA/TSPOT, QGold, or 2 PPDs within 12 months)
  • MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) - 2 vaccines or positive titer
  • Hepatitis B vaccination or signed declination
  • Varicella - 2 vaccines or positive titer
  • Seasonal Flu vaccine or declination (required during flu season)
  • COVID-19 vaccine or declination (required if onsite)
• Respiratory safety clearance required for travel candidates, updated annually.

Competency & Training Requirements

• Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam as applicable.
• Competency exams required by specialty/unit.
• Color Blind Testing if required by unit.
• Skills checklist updated annually for applicable units.
• Epic training modules required prior to or shortly after start.
• Completion of Providence WorkRamp modules (Core, Specialty, Regional) as assigned based on profession and location.

Additional Requirements

• Employment application covering at least last 5 years (7 years for APN/Subcontractors).
• Skills checklist and competency exams as applicable.
• Floating policy acknowledgment required.

Summary

This is a travel Registered Nurse position in Eureka, CA, requiring acute care experience and a commitment to working every other weekend. The role involves case management and may require floating between units. The facility supports housing assistance and offers a unique location with access to natural parks and outdoor activities. Candidates must meet comprehensive certification, background, health, and training requirements to qualify.