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Job Opportunity: Emergency Room Registered Nurse

Location: San Francisco, California
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

Provide competent, compassionate, and cost-effective patient care in the Emergency Department. Care must align with unit, department, and hospital policies, scientific principles, evidence-based nursing practices, nursing objectives, and standards of care.

Shift Details

3 shifts per week, 12 hours each
Variable shifts: 7am-7pm, 11am-11pm, 3pm-3am, 7pm-7am
Every other weekend rotation required; no on-call

Note: Floating to other campuses may be required when census permits, within scope of practice.

Required Qualifications

Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in California
Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) / Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
Minimum 1 year of Emergency Department (ED) RN experience within the last year
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification
NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification

Background and Compliance Requirements

7-year background check required within 6 months of start
EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG, FACIS Level 3, Sex Offender Search, OFAC Sanctions List, and other federal/state screenings as applicable
Education verification (highest level achieved) required
Drug screening: Negative 9-panel drug screen within 6 months of start (excluding marijuana/cannabinoids per California law)
Physical exam within 1 year of start
Fit mask test within 1 year of start, renewed annually
Immunizations and titers required:
- Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years)
- Negative TB test or chest x-ray within 90 days, renewed annually
- Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Hepatitis B (per protocol)
- Seasonal flu vaccination during flu season (Nov-April) or signed declination
Respiratory safety clearance required prior to start, renewed annually
References: 2 professional references within 3 years (Aya requirement)
Full 7 years of work history required on application with no gaps

Competency and Certification Exams

Medication/Pharmacology competency exam as applicable
Dysrhythmia/EKG competency exam may be required for some telemetry units
Pass/fail EKG exam required onsite for ICU RNs at certain locations

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

Job description acknowledgment
Standards of business conduct
Code of conduct
Overpayment refund policy
Vendor training (current year)
Conditional offer of employment attestation
Religious accommodation forms (if applicable)
TB screening questionnaire

Additional Notes

Candidates must be prepared to comply with all health and safety protocols, including immunizations and screenings.
Floating to other campuses may be required based on census and staffing needs.
Prior travel experience is not explicitly required for this position.

This position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic Emergency Department setting with variable shifts and requires a strong foundation in emergency nursing skills and certifications.

Facility

California Pacific Medical Center - Davies Campus

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Short Term Acute Care
232 beds

ADDRESSCastro & Duboce StreetsSan Francisco, CA 94114

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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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