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PACU RN
San Francisco, California
UCSF Health Stanyan Hospital

$2,354-2,850/week
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Registered Nurse - PACU

Overview

  • Location: San Francisco, California
  • Employment type: Travel/Contract
  • Contract length: 13 weeks
  • Shift: Day shift, 5 x 8-hour days (8:00 to 16:30), 40 hours per week
  • Schedule: Monday to Friday, variable start time (8:00 to 11:00), on-call available
  • Flexibility: Able to orient and work at other medical center locations in the system

Required Qualifications

  • Valid RN license in California
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing
  • PACU - Post Anesthesia Care (3 years of experience)
  • PACU - Post Anesthesia Care experience within the last year
  • Experience in an inpatient setting
  • Pre/Post Cath Lab experience
  • One completed travel assignment
  • ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support issued by American Heart Association
  • BLS issued by American Heart Association
  • PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support issued by American Heart Association

Competencies and Testing

  • Medication/pharmacology competency exam within one year of start, with a minimum passing score of 80% (completed through an approved vendor)
  • Unit-specific competency exam within 12 months of start, with a score of 80% or higher
  • Core Parts I, II, and III, each with a passing score of 80% or higher, completed within one year prior to start and updated annually
  • Math exam required for all RNs
  • Unit-specific skills checklist, updated annually

Health and Immunizations

  • Physical exam within one year of start, including a physician statement of fitness to work, signed by an MD, DO, NP, APRN, or PA
  • Drug screen: standard 9-panel excluding THC, within 30 days of start, re-run every 2 years (dilute and instant/rapid tests not accepted)
  • TB: negative QuantiFERON within 3 months prior to start, or the applicable alternative documentation
  • Rubeola, mumps, rubella: IgG titer or 2 vaccines
  • Varicella: IgG titer or 2 vaccines (history of disease not accepted)
  • Hepatitis B: vaccine series and titer, or declination
  • Tdap or Td within the last 10 years
  • Seasonal flu vaccine or facility-specific declination required from 11/1 to 4/30
  • Fit mask testing within one year of start, updated annually
  • COVID vaccination is not required but is strongly recommended

Background and Onboarding

  • 7-year criminal background check within 30 days of start, renewed annually
  • Exclusion checks (EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG) within 30 days of start
  • Education verification by a third-party source (copy of diploma or transcript accepted in lieu)
  • State license primary source verification within 30 days of start
  • Drivers license or state ID, identity matching professional license
  • Facility learning modules and HIPAA, cyber security, and confidentiality training
  • Advanced HIPAA module and quiz for nursing candidates
  • Emergency contact information and employee photo for badge

References and History

  • Two supervisory references, preferably from the most recent place of employment (charge nurses acceptable)
  • Current resume covering the last 7 years of work history; gaps of 30 days or more must be explained
  • Work history verification for 7 years; attestations are not accepted for the most recent employment

About San Francisco, CA

As a Travel Post Anesthesia Care 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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