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Registered Nurse Travel/Contract Position

Location: Tracy, California
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Requirements

Valid California RN License
Certifications:
- ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) - AHA or ARC only
- BLS (Basic Life Support) - AHA or ARC only
- PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) - AHA or ARC only
Every other weekend availability required

Background Check Requirements

7-year background check within 6 months of start, including:
- Social Security Trace with all aliases
- County searches for last 7 years of residence/work/school
- Nationwide Sex Offender Search (within 90 days of start)
- Education verification (highest level achieved, except if high school)
- FACIS Level 3 screening within 2 weeks of start and monthly thereafter
- EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks, updated annually
- Motor Vehicle Report if applicable (driving positions only)
Transcript/Diploma verification if education verification unsuccessful
Pending background check attestation may be required if background is delayed (subject to facility approval)

Certifications & Verifications

State License: Copy and primary source online verification within 30 days of start
NURSYS Verification for RN within 30 days of start
NIH Stroke Certification (verify by position)
Other certifications may be required depending on position (e.g., CCRN, TNCC, EFM, NRP, CPI, MAB)
IV Certification may be required for some allied roles
Management of Assaultive Behavior (MAB) training can be completed onsite during orientation if needed

Competency Exams

Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam as applicable
Competency Exam with minimum passing score of 80% (or Angoff score if higher)
Dysrhythmia/EKG Competency Exam may be required for some units

Health & Immunization Requirements

Physical Exam within 1 year of start (must state "cleared for work")
Fit Mask Test within 1 year, 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) - proof of immunity or vaccination
- Hepatitis B series or signed declination
- Varicella immunity or vaccination
- Seasonal Flu Vaccination during flu season (11/1 - 4/30) or signed declination
Drug Screening: Negative 9-panel drug screen within 6 months (excluding marijuana/cannabinoids per CA law)
Color Blind Exam (in-person, if applicable)
Respiratory Safety Clearance, renewed annually (not required for some roles)

Facility Specific Documents & Policies

Must review and sign:
- Job Description
- Standards of Business Conduct
- Vendor Training (2024 and 2025 versions depending on contract date)
- Code of Conduct (2024 and 2025 versions depending on contract date)
- Overpayment Refund Policy (2024 and 2025 versions depending on contract date)
- Conditional Offer of Employment Attestation
- General Regulatory Orientation for Contracted Workers
- Dress Code Policy (review only)
- Request for Religious Accommodation Form (if applicable)
- TB Screening Questionnaire within 90 days of start, renewed annually
- Epic Questionnaire (RN only, required for new candidates starting 11/3/2025 and onward)

Employment History & References

Full 7 years of work history required on application, including city and state, with no gaps
Employment verification for up to 7 years required; gaps over 30 days must be explained
2 professional references required for clinical/allied/per diem acute care candidates (within 3 years)
1 professional reference required for per diem non-acute care candidates

Additional Notes

Candidates with religious exemptions for vaccines or facial hair must complete specific accommodation forms and receive approval
Some certifications and requirements may vary by position; verify with assigned manager or clinical lead
Background checks and credential verifications have specific expiration and renewal timelines to maintain compliance

This position offers a travel/contract opportunity for Registered Nurses licensed in California with required certifications and compliance with extensive background, health, and competency requirements.