Travel Nurse RN - Case Management
Eureka, California
Saint Joseph Hospital

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse (Travel/Contract)

Location: Eureka, California
Facility: Providence St. Joseph Hospital

Job Details

• Specialty: Registered Nurse
• Employment Type: Travel/Contract
• Contract Length: 13 weeks
• Start Date: ASAP
• Experience Required: Minimum 2 years acute care experience
• First-timers: Accepted with Clinical approval
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend (EOW)
• Call: Not required
• Floating: May be required to float between like units based on need
• Charting System: Epic
• Parking: Free parking on first day; assignment parking provided during orientation
• Locals Accepted: Yes

Job Description

• Must have acute care experience.
• Case Management role.
• Floating between units may be required based on need.
• Opportunity to work in a scenic location near 7 state and national parks, including Redwood forests and coastal areas.

Required Certifications

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) – AHA or Canadian Heart & Stroke Foundation certification
• BLS (Basic Life Support) – AHA or Canadian Heart & Stroke Foundation certification
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) – AHA or Canadian Heart & Stroke Foundation certification
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) – Current certification by AAP, AHA, or Canadian Paediatric Society
• Chemotherapy certification (if applicable)
• Electronic Fetal Monitoring (EFM) certification (if applicable)
• IV Certification (for LVN/LPN/Other as applicable)
• Management of Assaultive Behavior (MAB) (if applicable)
• NIH Stroke Certification (renew every 2 years)
• CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute) certification (if applicable)
• State License (RN license valid in California)
• NURSYS Verification (for all RNs)

Required Background and Compliance Checks

• Background Check within 45 days of start, covering all locations lived/worked in past 7 years
• EPLS/GSA/SAM check within 30 days of start, updated monthly
• HHS/OIG check within 30 days of start, updated monthly
• Education Verification (3rd party) for nursing degree
• State-specific searches as applicable (Washington/Oregon if applicable)
• Drug Testing: 10 Panel Drug Screen within 90 days of start (no instant tests)
• References: Minimum 2 supervisor references covering 1 year of employment in a comparable specialty within last 3 years
• Employment Application: Must include at least last 5 years of employment with month/year format

Health Requirements

• Physical Exam within 1 year of start, signed by MD, NP, PA, or DO
• Fit Mask test (N95 or equivalent) required for travel starts after 2/5/2024, updated annually
• Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap vaccine within 10 years or declination
• Negative TB test or Chest X-Ray within 12 months, updated annually
• MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) vaccination or positive titer with acceptable documentation
• Hepatitis B vaccination series or signed declination
• Varicella vaccination or positive titer with acceptable documentation
• Seasonal Flu Vaccine or declination (required during flu season)
• COVID-19 Vaccine or declination
• Respiratory Safety Clearance (RespSafety) for respirator use, medically cleared annually

Competency Requirements

• Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam (as applicable)
• Competency Exams as required by specialty
• Color Blind Testing (if required by unit)
• Skills Checklist updated annually (clinical specialties)
• Medication Aide exam for CNAs in LTC specialty at specific Oregon facilities

Facility Specific Training and Modules

• Completion of Providence WorkRamp Core Modules prior to start (varies by profession and region)
• Specialty-specific WorkRamp Modules for ER, L&D, Leadership roles, and others as applicable
• Epic training modules required, with transcript submission prior to moving to Paid Day Work status
• Annual Regulatory Modules required for all caregivers
• Additional annual and specialty-specific modules as required by Providence system and region

Additional Notes

• Floating Policy: Acknowledgement required; may float to other Providence facilities within reasonable distance
• Housing assistance available, including realtor support if needed
• Free parking on first day, with assignment parking provided during orientation
• Opportunity to enjoy unique natural surroundings and Victorian architecture in Eureka, CA

This position is ideal for RNs with acute care experience looking for a travel contract in a beautiful location with strong organizational support and comprehensive compliance requirements.