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Employment type: Travel/Contract
Contract length: 13 weeks
Location: San Francisco, California
Role: Staff RN providing emergency nursing care to a wide range of patients in a team environment

Shifts: Evening (3x12 hours, 15:00-3:30) or Night (3x12 hours, 19:00-7:30)
Hours: 12 per day, 36 per week
Primary shift: 1500-0330, with the ability to move to 1900-0730 if needed
On call: As needed
Weekends: Every other weekend
Float scope: May float to other campuses in the system as needed based on staffing and census

Valid RN license in California
Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) / Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
ED (Emergency Department) experience of 2 years
ED (Emergency Department) experience within the last year
BLS (Basic Life Support) issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
NIHSS (NIH Stroke Scale) certification, with free online training available

Physical exam: Within 1 year of start, with a valid MD note or an acceptable employer form stating "cleared for work"
TB: TB screening questionnaire within 90 days of start, renewed annually. Either a negative QuantiFERON-Gold or T-SPOT test within 90 days of start, or 2 PPDs (the first within 1 year, the second within 90 days). A negative chest x-ray within 1 year is required for those with a positive TB history.
Measles, mumps, and rubella: Positive IgG titer or documented vaccination. Boosters may be required if titers are negative or equivocal.
Varicella: Positive IgG titer or 2 vaccines at least 28 days apart. Boosters may be required.
Hepatitis B: Positive IgG titer, completed 3-dose series, or signed declination. The series must be completed to continue the assignment.
Tdap: Within 10 years of start, or a lifetime Tdap with a Td booster within the past 10 years
Influenza: Vaccination or signed declination, required during flu season (11/1 to 4/30). Unvaccinated workers must wear a mask in patient care areas.
Drug screen: Negative 9-panel drug screen within 6 months of start
Color vision: In-person color blind exam by a licensed provider (online exams are not accepted)
Respiratory safety fit test: Required within 1 year and renewed annually. Acceptable masks include 3M 1870+, 1860 Small, 1804 Regular, and 1804 Small.
Medical or sincerely held religious exemptions may be considered for vaccines and fit testing.

7-year background check within 6 months of start
Sex offender registry search, within 90 days of start
Federal exclusion checks (EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG, OFAC) and FACIS Level 3 screening within 2 weeks of start, with monthly rechecks
Education verification of highest level achieved (not required for high school only)
Open cases at start are not allowed

Employment application with 7 years of work history, including cities and states, with no gaps
Work history verification for up to 7 years. Gaps over 30 days must be explained, and gaps over 1 year require approval.
2 professional references required for clinical candidates

About San Francisco, CA

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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