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Registered Nurse - ER

Employment Type: Travel/Contract Location: San Francisco, California Contract Length: 13 weeks Hours: 12 hours per shift, 36 hours per week Shift: Primary shift 15:00-03:30, with the ability to move to 19:00-07:30 if needed (3x12 hours) On Call: As needed Weekends: Every other weekend

Role Description

Staff RN providing emergency nursing care to a wide range of age and socioeconomic patient groups as part of a team.

Floating: May float to other facilities in the system as needed based on staffing and census.

Required Qualifications

Valid RN license in California
Emergency Department (ED) experience of 2 years
Emergency Department (ED) experience within the last year
ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
BLS issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
NIHSS (NIH Stroke Scale) certification
Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing

Onboarding and Compliance Requirements

Background: 7-year background check within 6 months of start, sex offender search within 90 days of start, and federal and state exclusion list checks (updated per the source's schedule)
Education verification: Highest level of education verified (not required if high school is the highest level)
Drug screen: Negative 9-panel drug screen within 6 months of start
TB: TB screening questionnaire within 90 days of start, renewed annually, signed by the candidate and a qualified provider; a negative TB test or chest X-ray as specified by the source
Immunizations: Tdap, measles (rubeola), mumps, rubella, hepatitis B, and varicella documentation, or an approved exemption; seasonal flu vaccine documentation during flu season
Fit test: Respiratory fit test within 1 year of start, renewed annually
Physical exam: Required within 1 year of start
Employment history: 7 years of work history on the application, with verification of employment (gaps over 30 days must be explained)
References: 2 professional references required (Aya requirement only)
Licensing verification: Primary-source license verification and NURSYS verification within 30 days of start
Competency and skills: Competency exam and unit-specific skills checklist as applicable

Other Certifications Listed in the Source

The source also lists the following certifications, to be verified by position: NRP, CCRN, TNCC, EFM, Management of Assaultive Behavior (MAB), and CPI.

About San Francisco, CA

As a Travel Emergency Department Nurse in San Francisco, CA here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

San Francisco's cost of living is significantly higher than the national average, especially in terms of housing.
Wages are relatively high, but they may not fully match the increased cost of living.

Weather

Summer average highs range from 60-70°F, while winter average lows range from 45-55°F.

Furnished Housing

Short-term rentals can be found, but they are in high demand and may be relatively expensive.
It's advisable to start the search early.

Transportation

San Francisco is not very car-friendly due to limited parking and heavy traffic.
However, the city has an extensive public transportation system, including buses, trams, and the famous cable cars.

Demographics

San Francisco is a diverse city with a wide range of ages.
Common health issues include respiratory problems due to the fog and air quality.
It has a large population of travel nurses due to its numerous healthcare facilities.

Things to Do

San Francisco offers a plethora of activities, including diverse restaurants, vibrant art and music scenes, numerous sports events, and abundant outdoor opportunities such as hiking, beach activities, and exploring parks.

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