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Location: San Francisco, California
Employment type: Travel/Contract
Contract length: 13 weeks
Shifts: 12-hour rotating day and night shifts
- Day: 7:00 to 19:30
- Night: 19:00 to 7:30
Hours: 12 hours per day, 36 hours per week
Float scope: May float to other facilities in the health system

Valid RN license in California
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
Minimum 2 years of inpatient oncology experience
Oncology experience within the last year
Experience in a teaching hospital setting
Bone marrow transplant (BMT) experience
BLS certification issued by American Heart Association or RQI
ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) certification issued by American Heart Association or RQI
Chemotherapy certification (ONS/ONCC), required for Oncology

Medication test/pharmacology competency exam, required within a year of start, with a minimum passing score of 80%
Unit-specific competency exam, required within 12 months of start, with a minimum score of 80%
Core Parts I, II, and III, required for clinical travelers with a passing score of 80% or higher, completed within a year before start and updated annually
Unit-specific skills checklist, updated annually

7-year criminal background check, completed within 30 days of start and renewed annually
Education verification by a third-party source, or a copy of the diploma or transcript
OIG and SAM/EPLS checks, completed within 30 days of start
State license primary source verification, completed within 30 days of start
Nursys verification for RNs, completed within 30 days of start
Work history verification covering 7 years, matching the resume
Employment application with an updated resume covering the last 7 years; gaps of 30 days or more must be explained

Physical exam within 1 year of start, including a physician statement of fitness to work
Drug test: standard 9-panel excluding THC, completed within 30 days of start and re-run every 2 years (dilute and instant/rapid tests not accepted)
TB screening: negative QuantiFERON within 3 months before start for candidates signed on or after 7/15/2026
Hepatitis B immunity documentation
Measles, mumps, rubella, and varicella immunity (titer or 2 vaccines)
Tdap vaccination within the last 10 years, or an approved declination
Flu vaccine or declination for the 2026-27 season, required 11/1 to 4/30
Fit mask fit test, completed before clearance for patient care
COVID vaccination is not required but is strongly recommended

Facility learning modules: RNs starting on a Tuesday must complete all modules before Day 1, except for the Amplifire and Safe Patient Handling modules, which require in-person training first

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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