Emergency Department RN
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

Job Description

• Position primarily in Emergency Department (ED) holding area.
• Must be willing to float to Medical-Surgical (MS) and Telemetry (Tele) units when not utilized in ED holding.
• Responsibilities include:

  • Applying evidence-based practice.
  • Understanding pathophysiology, pharmacology, regulatory issues, and disease processes.
  • Accurate and thorough patient assessments and documentation.
  • Performing clinical procedures such as IV insertion, Foley catheterization, and wound dressings.
  • Providing effective patient and family education.
  • Proper use of telemetry monitoring, IV therapy, ventilators, and safe medication administration.
  • Recognizing changes in patient condition and acting as patient advocate.
  • Working independently and collaboratively within a team.
  • Maintaining professional appearance and completing tasks timely.

Shift Details

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

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in California
• Minimum 2 years of Emergency Department (ED) nursing experience, including experience within the last year
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)