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Registered Nurse - PICU (San Francisco, CA) - Travel/Contract

Job Details

Location: San Francisco, California
Specialty: Registered Nurse, Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU)
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Shift: 12-hour shifts, Day (7:00 AM - 7:30 PM) or Night (7:00 PM - 7:30 AM), 3 shifts per week (36 hours/week)
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Facility Float: Ability to float to other facilities within the system

Required Qualifications

Valid RN license in California
Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
Minimum 2 years of Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) nursing experience, including experience within the last year
Certifications:
- Basic Life Support (BLS) issued by the American Heart Association
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) issued by the American Heart Association
Skills/Experience:
- Conscious Sedation
- Intracranial Pressure (ICP) monitoring
- Mechanical ventilation (ventilator) management
- Central line care

Preferred Qualifications

CCRN certification
Level 1 Trauma experience
Experience with post-bone marrow transplant patients

Required Documentation & Compliance

Two supervisory references from recent employment (charge nurses acceptable)
Current and updated resume with last 7 years of work history; gaps of 30+ days must be explained
Unit-specific skills checklist, updated annually
Verification of 7 years of work history (in-house or third-party)
Completed references must be submitted at time of application
All Return to Office (RTO) requests must be submitted at time of offer; late submissions will not be considered

Background Checks & Verifications

7-year criminal background check including specific counties and nationwide databases, completed within 30 days of start and renewed annually
EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks within 30 days of start
Education verification or copy of diploma/transcript
NURSYS license verification within 30 days of start
Sex offender search as required

Certifications & Competency Exams

ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) required for ICU and Telemetry units (AHA only, no placeholders)
Pass/Fail Telemetry exam on first day of orientation (2 attempts allowed; third requires manager approval)
Medication and unit-specific competency exams with passing score of 80% or higher, completed within 12 months prior to start
Core clinical competency modules (Parts I, II, III) with passing score of 80%, updated annually

Health & Immunization Requirements

Physical exam within 1 year of start including fitness to work statement
Fit mask test within 1 year (specific approved masks required; onsite fit testing available as last resort)
Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap vaccine within 10 years (declinations not accepted except medical exemptions)
Two negative TB tests required (one within 1 year, second within 3 months of start) or chest X-ray if positive TB history
Annual TB questionnaire within 30 days of start
Immunity or vaccination documentation required for:
- Measles (Rubeola)
- Mumps
- Rubella
- Hepatitis B (titer, series, or declination)
- Varicella (no history of disease accepted)
Standard 9-panel drug test (excluding THC) within 30 days of start, renewed every 2 years
Seasonal flu vaccine or facility-specific declination required during flu season (Nov-April)
COVID-19 vaccination strongly recommended but not required as of current policy

Orientation & Training

Completion of facility-specific learning modules prior to or on first day of orientation (varies by start day)
Review and initial COVID-19 preparedness, parking/uniform policies, and respirator medical evaluation questionnaire as applicable
Completion of cybersecurity awareness training and quiz annually with passing score of 80% or higher
Acknowledgement of pass/fail testing required for all RNs

This position offers a dynamic PICU travel nursing opportunity with comprehensive support and clear compliance requirements in a major California healthcare setting.

About San Francisco, CA

As a Travel Pediatric Intensive Care Nurse in San Francisco, CA here's what you should know:

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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