Home Health Registered Nurse
Alameda, California
Sutter Health Care at Home Bay Atlantic

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse (Home Health)

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

Job Description

• Provide direct patient care under the supervision of the Clinical Manager and Primary Care Clinician.
• Implement physician plans of care and obtain physician orders.
• Supervise home health aides and coordinate care within an interdisciplinary team.
• Participate in utilization management and control of patient supplies.
• Deliver care tailored to the age-related, developmental, psychosocial, environmental, educational, and communication needs of patients.
• Accountable for ensuring the plan of care is followed according to professional standards and agency protocols.
• On-call as needed; no floating or weekend shifts required.

Required Certifications

• California Registered Nurse (CA RN) license
• AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - AHA or ARC only (verify by position)
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - AHA or ARC only (verify by position)
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) - AHA/AAP only, must be Instructor or Advanced Provider Course (verify by position)
• Other certifications may be required depending on position (e.g., CCRN, TNCC, EFM, CPI)

Background Checks & Verifications

• 7-year background check required within 6 months of start, including SSN trace with all aliases, county searches, sex offender search, education verification, and motor vehicle report (for driving positions).
• FACIS Level 3 screening required within 2 weeks of start and monthly thereafter.
• EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG, OFAC sanctions list, and Medi-Cal Suspended and Ineligible Provider List checks as applicable.
• Education verification required (Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred).
• State license primary source verification within 30 days of start.
• NURSYS verification within 30 days of start.

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year of start (must indicate cleared for work).
• Fit test within 1 year of start, renewed annually (exceptions apply).
• Immunizations and/or titers required:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years)
  • Negative TB test or chest x-ray within 90 days, renewed annually
  • Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Rubella (MMR) immunity or vaccination
  • Hepatitis B series or declination
  • Varicella immunity or vaccination
  • Seasonal flu vaccination during flu season (Nov 1 - Apr 30) or signed declination
• Drug screening: Negative 9-panel drug screen within 6 months of start (excluding marijuana/cannabinoids per CA law).

Competency & Skills Requirements

• Medication/Pharmacology competency exam as applicable.
• Unit-specific skills checklist required, renewed annually.
• Dysrhythmia/EKG competency exam may be required for some units.
• Pass/fail testing (e.g., EKG/medication) may be required for ICU RNs at certain locations.

Employment History & References

• Full 7 years of work history required on application with no gaps.
• Employment verification for up to 7 years required; gaps over 30 days must be explained.
• Two professional references required for clinical positions (within 3 years).

Additional Information

• Personal or auto insurance required for home health and driving positions, effective for the duration of the assignment.
• Candidates must review and sign facility-specific documents including job description, standards of business conduct, code of conduct, vendor training, and regulatory orientation prior to start.
• TB screening questionnaire required within 90 days of start and renewed annually.
• Religious exemption forms available for certain vaccine and PAPR requirements; must be approved by Aya Healthcare.

Experience Requirements

• Specialty: Registered Nurse
• Required years of experience: Not explicitly stated; assume minimum 2 years typical for home health RN roles unless otherwise specified.
• Prior travel experience: Not required.

This position offers a travel contract opportunity to work in home health nursing with a reputable healthcare system in California, focusing on patient-centered care coordination and supervision in a home setting.