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Registered Nurse - PACU

Location: San Francisco, California Contract Length: 17 weeks Shift: Day, 4x10 hours (8:00 to 18:30), 40 hours per week Schedule Notes: 10-hour days with variable start times (8 to 11) Call: Required Float Scope: May float to other facilities in the system

Required Qualifications

Valid RN license in California
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
PACU - Post Anesthesia Care (3 years of experience)
PACU - Post Anesthesia Care experience within the last year
One completed travel assignment within the last 12 months
Circulating and scrubbing experience
ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support issued by American Heart Association
BLS issued by American Heart Association
PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support issued by American Heart Association

Preferred Qualifications

Ambulatory/outpatient experience

Competencies and Testing

Medication/pharmacology competency exam within 1 year of start, with a minimum score of 80% (or the higher Angoff score if applicable)
Unit-specific competency exam within 12 months of start, with a score of 80% or higher
Core Parts I, II, and III: required for all clinical travelers, 80% or higher, completed within 1 year before start and updated annually
Math exam required for all RNs
Unit-specific skills checklist, updated annually

Health and Screening

Physical exam within 1 year of start, signed by an MD, DO, NP, APRN, or PA, with a statement of fitness to work
Fit mask within 1 year of start, updated annually
Drug screen: standard 9-panel excluding THC, completed within 30 days of start and repeated every 2 years. Negative dilute and instant/rapid tests are not accepted.
TB screening: TB documentation required, including a QuantiFERON Gold within 3 months before start for candidates signed on or after 07/15/2026
Immunizations: Tdap (within the last 10 years, or a declination with a prior Tdap on file), hepatitis B (vaccine series with titer, or declination), MMR titers or 2 vaccines, varicella titer or 2 vaccines (history of disease not accepted)
Seasonal flu vaccination or facility declination required 11/1 to 4/30
COVID vaccination is not required but is strongly recommended

Background, Credentialing, and Documentation

7-year criminal background check within 30 days of start, renewed annually
EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks within 30 days of start
Primary source verification of state license and NURSYS verification within 30 days of start
Education verification by a third party (highest level required; diploma or transcript accepted)
Current driver's license, government photo ID, or US passport; identity must match the professional license
Two supervisory references from the most recent place of employment (second most recent accepted if needed; charge nurses acceptable)
Employment application and resume covering the last 7 years, with gaps of 30 days or more explained
Work history verification for 7 years (attestations not accepted for most recent employment)
Facility learning modules and facility-specific onboarding forms, including an acknowledgment of pass/fail testing and a COVID questionnaire

About San Francisco, CA

As a Travel Post Anesthesia 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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