PACU Registered Nurse
Petaluma, California
Petaluma Valley Hospital

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse (PACU) - Travel/Contract

Location: Petaluma, California
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

Seeking a Registered Nurse specializing in Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) for a travel/contract position in California.

Experience Requirements

• Specialty: Registered Nurse (PACU)
• Required Years of Experience: Not explicitly stated; default to 13 weeks contract length, but typically PACU roles require relevant RN experience. Confirm with recruiter for exact years.
• Prior Travel Experience: Not specified as required.

Certifications Required

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) – AHA or Canadian Heart & Stroke Foundation certification
• BLS (Basic Life Support) – AHA or Canadian Heart & Stroke Foundation certification
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) – AHA or Canadian Heart & Stroke Foundation certification
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) – Current certification by AAP, AHA, or Canadian Paediatric Society
• Chemotherapy Certification (if applicable)
• Electronic Fetal Monitoring (EFM) Certification (if applicable)
• IV Certification (for LVN/LPN/Other as applicable)
• Management of Assaultive Behavior (MAB) (if applicable)
• NIH Stroke Certification (renew every 2 years)
• CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute) Certification (if applicable)
• State License (valid RN license for California)
• NURSYS Verification (for RN)

Required Documents & Background Checks

• I9 Attestation
• Government-Issued Photo ID (Driver’s License/State ID)
• Social Security Card (for WA state OBRA search if applicable)
• E-Verify Attestation
• Background Check within 45 days of start, covering all locations lived/worked in past 7 years, updated annually
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks within 30 days of start, updated monthly
• Education Verification (nursing degree verification required)
• Transcript/Diploma (only if international education)
• State-specific searches as applicable (e.g., WA State Patrol Search for Washington placements)
• Physical Exam within 1 year of start, signed by MD, NP, PA, or DO
• Fit Mask test (annual, travel only)
• Immunizations and Health Documents:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years or declination)
  • Negative TB or Chest X-Ray (within 12 months, updated annually)
  • MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) vaccination or positive titer or declination
  • Hepatitis B vaccination or signed declination
  • Varicella vaccination or positive titer or declination
  • Flu Seasonal Vaccination (required during flu season or declination)
  • COVID vaccination or declination
• Drug Testing: 10 Panel Drug Screen within 90 days of start (no instant tests)

Competencies & Training

• Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam (as applicable)
• Competency Exams relevant to specialty
• Color Blind Testing (if required by unit)
• Skills Checklist (updated annually)
• WorkRamp Modules:

  • Core Modules for RN/LVN in California (must be completed prior to start)
  • Specialty-specific modules for PACU and other relevant specialties
  • Annual Regulatory Requirements modules
  • Epic Access Training (if applicable)

Additional Requirements

• Float Policy Acknowledgement: May be required to float to other facilities within reasonable distance
• References: Minimum 2 supervisor references covering 1 year of employment within last 3 years in comparable specialty/setting
• Employment Application: Must include at least last 5 years of employment with explanations for gaps or overlaps

Notes

• Non-clinical or remote workers have different or reduced requirements for some certifications and health documents.
• Some requirements are specific to Washington or Oregon placements and may not apply to this California position.
• All certifications and documents must be current and verifiable.
• Background checks and health documents have specific expiration and update requirements.

This position offers a comprehensive compliance and credentialing process to ensure quality and safety standards are met for all healthcare professionals.