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PreOp/PACU Registered Nurse
San Francisco, California
California Pacific Medical Center - Davies Campus

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Job Opportunity: PreOp Registered Nurse (Travel/Contract)

Location: San Francisco, California
Specialty: Registered Nurse (PreOp / PACU)
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

Primarily working in PreOp with some transition to PACU.
Responsibilities include:
- Pre-op patient assessments
- IV insertion
- Foley catheter insertion
- Glucose checks
- Blood draws
- Executing physician orders
- Discharging patients to the unit or home after surgery
- Recovering patients in PACU and ACU

Shift Details

4x10 hour shifts, variable schedule Monday through Friday
Shift times: 6:00 AM - 4:30 PM or 11:30 AM - 10:00 PM
No weekends or on-call required

Required Qualifications

California RN License
BLS (AHA)
ACLS (AHA or ARC)
PALS (AHA or ARC)
Minimum 5 years of experience in PreOp/PACU nursing
Must have Pre-Op experience

Background and Compliance Requirements

7-year background check required within 6 months of start
Education verification (Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred)
EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG, FACIS Level 3, Sex Offender Search, OFAC Sanctions List, and other screenings as required
Physical exam within 1 year of start (annual renewal if assigned to specific units)
Fit test within 1 year of start, renewed annually
Immunizations and health screenings required:
- Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years)
- Negative TB test or chest x-ray (annual renewal)
- Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Rubella immunity or vaccination
- Hepatitis B vaccination or declination
- Varicella immunity or vaccination
- Seasonal flu vaccination during flu season (Nov-April) or signed declination
Negative 9-panel drug screen within 6 months of start (excluding marijuana/cannabinoids per CA law)
Respiratory safety clearance prior to start, renewed annually
References and full 7 years of work history required

Additional Notes

Unit-specific skills checklist required, renewed annually
Various facility-specific documents and trainings must be reviewed and signed prior to start
No prior travel experience explicitly required for this position

This position is ideal for experienced PreOp/PACU RNs licensed in California seeking a travel contract with a reputable healthcare system in San Francisco.

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

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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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