Emergency Department Registered Nurse
San Francisco, California
California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse - Emergency Room

Location

• San Francisco, California

Employment Type

• Travel/Contract

Contract Length

• 13 weeks

Shift Details

• Night shift, 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (7:00 PM to 7:30 AM)
• Weekend rotation required
• No on-call requirement

Job Description

• Provide nursing care in the Emergency Department with a strong understanding of evidence-based practice, pathophysiology, pharmacology, and regulatory standards.
• Perform clinical procedures including IV insertion, Foley catheterization, and wound dressings.
• Utilize telemetry monitoring, ventilators, and administer medications safely.
• Accurately document patient assessments and changes in condition.
• Educate patients and families effectively.
• Act as a patient advocate and work both independently and collaboratively within the healthcare team.
• Demonstrate professionalism, accept constructive feedback, and complete assigned duties timely.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in California
• Minimum 2 years of Emergency Department nursing experience, including experience within the last year
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• Certifications:

  • Basic Life Support (BLS) issued by the American Heart Association
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) issued by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) issued by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross

Background and Compliance Requirements

• 7-year background check including social security trace, county searches, sex offender search, and education verification.
• FACIS Level 3 screening required within 2 weeks of start and monthly thereafter.
• Annual updates for EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG, and other sanction lists as applicable.
• Education verification required; Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred.
• Negative 9-panel drug screen within 6 months of start (excluding marijuana due to California law).
• Full 7 years of work history with no gaps over 30 days; employment verification required.
• TB screening questionnaire within 90 days of start, renewed annually.
• Physical exam within 1 year of start.
• Fit mask test within 1 year of start, renewed annually.
• Immunizations and/or titers required:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years)
  • Measles (Rubeola)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Hepatitis B (series or declination)
  • Varicella
  • Seasonal flu vaccination during flu season (Nov 1 - Apr 30)
• Respiratory safety clearance required annually.
• Color blindness exam if applicable (in-person by licensed provider).
• Completion of facility-specific documents and trainings prior to start, including code of conduct, vendor training, and regulatory orientation.

Additional Information

• ICU and telemetry RNs at this facility may be required to take an EKG competency exam onsite after start.
• Unit-specific skills checklist required and must be renewed annually.
• Candidates must review and sign facility policies including dress code and standards of business conduct.
• Religious exemptions for facial hair and certain vaccines may be considered with appropriate documentation and approval.
• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required.

This position offers an opportunity to work in a fast-paced Emergency Department setting with a reputable healthcare system in San Francisco, requiring strong clinical skills and adherence to comprehensive compliance standards.