Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Crescent City, California
Sutter Coast Hospital

Job Opportunity: Emergency Room Registered Nurse (RN)

Location: Crescent City, California
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

• Shift: Day shift, 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (9:30 AM – 10:00 PM)
• Hours per Week: 36 hours
• Experience Required: Minimum 5 years of RN experience as per manager
• Schedule: Every other weekend required

Required Certifications

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) – AHA or ARC only
• BLS (Basic Life Support) – AHA or ARC only
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) – AHA or ARC only
• TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course) – valid for 4 years
• State RN License – primary source verification required within 30 days of start
• NURSYS Verification for RN license within 30 days of start
• Additional certifications may be required based on position (e.g., CCRN, NRP, EFM) – verify as applicable

Required Background and Screening

• 7-year background check including SSN trace with all aliases, county searches, nationwide sex offender search, education verification, and FACIS Level 3 screening within 2 weeks of start
• EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG, OFAC Sanctions List, Medi-Cal Suspended and Ineligible Provider List checks as applicable
• Negative 9-panel drug screen within 6 months of start (excluding marijuana/cannabinoids per CA law)
• TB screening: Negative QGold or TSPOT within 90 days of start or 2-step PPD testing with annual renewal
• Physical exam within 1 year of start, including clearance for work and any work restrictions documented
• Fit mask test within 1 year of start, renewed annually (mask types specified)
• Immunizations and titers required:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years)
  • Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella (MMR) – titers or vaccination series with boosters as needed
  • Hepatitis B series or signed declination
  • Varicella – titers or vaccination series with boosters as needed
• Seasonal flu vaccination or signed declination required during flu season (Nov 1 – Apr 30)
• Color blindness exam if applicable (in-person exam by licensed provider)
• Respiratory safety clearance required prior to start, renewed annually

Required Documentation and Compliance

• Full 7 years of work history documented with no gaps, including city and state of employment
• Unit-specific skills checklist required, renewed annually
• Two professional references within 3 years (clinical/allied/per diem acute care)
• Completion and signing of facility-specific documents prior to start, including:

  • Job description acknowledgment
  • Standards of business conduct
  • Vendor training and code of conduct (for contract years 2024 and beyond)
  • Conditional offer of employment attestation
  • TB questionnaire signed by candidate and healthcare provider
  • Religious accommodation forms if applicable (for facial hair or vaccine exemptions)
• EKG competency testing may be required onsite after start for ICU and telemetry RNs at certain locations

Requirements/Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in California
• Minimum 5 years of Emergency Department (ED) nursing experience
• Emergency Department experience within the last year
• Current ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) certification
• Current PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) certification
• Current TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course) certification
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Additional Notes

• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required for this position
• Candidates must be able to work every other weekend
• Verification of education and licensure must be completed prior to or within 30 days of start
• Some certifications and competencies may require verification or renewal depending on the specific unit or role
• Candidates with failed fit tests due to facial hair must shave and retest or complete PAPR training with facility approval
• Medical or religious exemptions for immunizations require proper documentation and approval

This position is ideal for experienced Emergency Room Registered Nurses seeking a travel contract assignment in California with a reputable healthcare system.