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Registered Nurse - Operating Room

Location: San Francisco, California Employment Type: Travel/Contract Contract Length: 11 weeks Shift: Day (4x8 hours), 11:00-19:00, 32 hours/week Schedule: Variable 8-hour days, Monday-Friday Float Scope: May float to other facilities in the system

Required Qualifications

Valid RN license in California
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
BLS issued by American Heart Association
OR Circulate experience (2 years)
OR Circulate experience within the last year
One completed travel assignment within the past 12 months
Experience in an inpatient setting
Experience with robotic surgery (Da Vinci preferred)
Orthopedics experience
Urology experience

Certifications and Verifications

Nursys verification (required for RNs), run within 30 days of start
State license verification, run within 30 days of start
Additional certifications (such as ACLS, PALS, NRP, TNCC, and CPI) are required per unit. Check the unit description for requirements.
Medication/pharmacology competency exam within one year of start, minimum score 80%
Core Part I, II, and III competencies for clinical travelers, minimum score 80%, completed within one year of start and updated annually
Unit-specific competency exam within 12 months of start, minimum score 80%
Unit-specific skills checklist, updated annually

Background and Health Requirements

7-year criminal background check within 30 days of start, renewed annually
EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks within 30 days of start
Education verification by a third-party source for the highest level of education. A copy of the diploma or transcript is acceptable.
Physical exam within one year of start, including a physician statement of fitness signed by an MD, DO, NP, APRN, or PA
9-panel drug test (excluding THC) within 30 days of start, repeated every 2 years. Negative dilute and instant/rapid tests are not accepted.
TB screening (QuantiFERON or chest X-ray, depending on candidate history) plus the annual TB questionnaire
Immunity documentation for measles, mumps, rubella (titer or 2 MMR doses), varicella (titer or 2 doses), and hepatitis B
Tdap vaccination within the last 10 years
Flu vaccine or facility-specific declination required from 11/1 to 4/30
COVID vaccine not required but strongly recommended
Fit testing for N95 masks within one year of start and annually. Acceptable masks are 3M 1870+ or 3M 1860 (small or regular). Halyard masks are not accepted at certain locations.

Employment History

Two supervisory references from the most recent place of employment (charge nurses accepted)
Current resume covering the last 7 years of work history, with gaps of 30 days or more explained
Work history verification for the last 7 years

Orientation

Scrubs are provided for OR roles. Branded scrubs are optional.
RNs must complete learning modules before Day 1 for Tuesday starts. Other candidates complete modules during orientation on the unit.
Advanced HIPAA module and quiz required for nursing candidates
Cyber Security Awareness training and quiz required annually

About San Francisco, CA

As a Travel Operating Room Circulating 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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