Labor and Delivery Nurse
San Francisco, California
UCSF Health Medical Center

Job Opportunity: Labor and Delivery Nurse (Travel/Contract)

Location: San Francisco, California
Shift: Night (3 shifts of 12 hours each; 19:00-22:30 / 22:00-7:00)
Contract Length: 14 weeks

Job Description

• Work primarily on Labor and Delivery unit with Postpartum experience required.
• Must be able to circulate C-sections.
• Ability to float to other facilities within the system.
• Must be willing to work every other weekend.

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in California
• Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
• Minimum 3 years of Labor and Delivery experience, including at least 1 year of recent experience
• Experience working with Maternal-Fetal patients
• One completed travel assignment
• Current certifications:

  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) issued by American Heart Association
  • BLS (Basic Life Support) issued by American Heart Association
  • NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program)
  • AWHONN Intermediate Electronic Fetal Monitoring (EFM)
• Ability to circulate C-sections
• Postpartum experience

Compliance and Documentation Requirements

• Current and valid government-issued photo ID matching professional license.
• Background checks including 7-year criminal history, EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG, Sex Offender Search, and Education Verification.
• Primary source verification of state license within 30 days of start.
• Physical exam within 1 year of start including fitness to work statement.
• Drug testing (standard 9 panel excluding THC) within 30 days of start, renewed every 2 years.
• Immunizations and titers required:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years; no declinations accepted except medical exemptions)
  • Two negative TB tests (PPD, QuantiFERON, or T-Spot) with specific timing requirements.
  • Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella: IGG titers or 2 vaccines required.
  • Hepatitis B: titer, series, or declination (declination must be signed within 1 year).
  • Varicella: IGG titer or 2 vaccines required (history of disease not accepted).
  • Seasonal flu vaccine or facility-specific declination during flu season.
• Fit mask test within 1 year of start (specific approved mask types required).
• COVID-19 vaccination is strongly recommended but not required as of current policy.

Training and Competency Requirements

• Pass/Fail Telemetry and Medication exams on first day of orientation (3 attempts allowed).
• Unit-specific competency exams and medication/pharmacology competency exams with minimum passing score of 80%.
• Completion of Core Parts I, II, and III training modules annually with passing scores.
• UCSF-specific learning modules must be completed prior to or on Day 1 of orientation (for Tuesday starts, all modules except in-person trainings must be completed before Day 1).
• Cyber Security Awareness Training and Quiz (annual requirement).
• HIPAA Healthcare Provider Module and Quiz (for clinical staff).
• Acknowledgement of Pass/Fail Testing required for all RNs.

Additional Information

• Must submit references and required documentation at time of offer; late submissions will not be considered.
• Candidates must complete COVID-19 related questionnaires and any exemption forms as applicable.
• Parking and uniform policies must be reviewed and acknowledged prior to start.
• Candidates may be required to complete a respirator medical evaluation questionnaire and fit testing appointment scheduling.
• Employment application must include last 7 years of work history with explanations for gaps over 30 days.
• Skills checklist must be updated annually.
• Work history verification required for 7 years.

This position offers a challenging and rewarding opportunity for experienced Labor and Delivery nurses with travel experience who are ready to work night shifts in a dynamic hospital environment.