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Location: San Francisco, California (Parnassus campus) (Remove "Parnassus" if it's considered a facility identifier.)
Employment type: Travel/Contract
Contract length: 13 weeks
Unit: Adult Acute Care Medicine (not orthopedics)
Shift: Night, 3x12 hours (19:00 to 7:30)
Hours: 12 per day, 36 per week
Float scope: May float to other facilities in the system
Housing: Not mentioned in the source

Pass/fail telemetry exam on the first day for adult areas; two attempts to pass, with a third requiring manager approval. No calculators allowed.
Pass/fail math exam required for all RNs
Medication test/pharmacology competency exam, completed within a year of start, minimum 80%
Unit-specific competency exam within 12 months of start, minimum 80%
Core Parts I, II, and III, required for all clinical travelers, minimum 80%, completed within a year before start and updated annually
Unit-specific skills checklist, updated annually

Physical exam within 1 year of start, with physician statement of fitness to work, signed by an MD, DO, NP, APRN, or PA
Negative QuantiFERON Gold within 3 months before start (candidates signed on or after 07/15/2026); documentation rules apply for positive TB history or PPD allergy
Measles, mumps, rubella, and varicella: IgG titer or 2 vaccines each
Hepatitis B: vaccine series plus immunity titer, or declination
Tetanus/diphtheria/Tdap: Tdap within the last 10 years, or Tdap plus TD booster within 10 years (declinations accepted only if a prior Tdap is on file)
Influenza vaccine or facility-specific declination required November 1 to April 30
COVID-19 vaccination is not required but is strongly recommended
Drug testing: standard 9-panel excluding THC, within 30 days of start and repeated every 2 years; negative dilute and instant/rapid tests not accepted
Fit mask required within 1 year of start and updated annually; approved masks listed in facility documentation; fit testing may be completed onsite as a last resort
COVID-19 questionnaire completed no earlier than the Monday before start
Annual TB questionnaire within 30 days of start if TB documentation is expiring
Religious and medical exemption processes available; religious exemption requests must be submitted at least 2 weeks before start

7-year criminal background check within 30 days of start, renewed annually
Federal exclusion checks (EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG) within 30 days of start
Education verification by a third party; copy of diploma or transcript accepted in lieu of verification
Current, valid driver's license or state ID, or U.S. passport, matching the professional license
Sex offender search required only for extensions with assignment gaps over 30 days

Facility learning modules: completed before Day 1 for Tuesday-start RNs, or during orientation for others
Cyber security awareness training and quiz (annual, 80% passing)
Advanced HIPAA healthcare provider module and quiz (annual, 80% passing)
Parking and uniform information review before start
COVID-19 preparedness update review before start

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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