Clinical Registered Nurse Jobs in Palo Alto, CA
Clinical Registered Nurse jobs in Palo Alto are concentrated across academic medical centers, research hospitals, and specialty clinics in the Stanford Research Park, Midtown, and South Palo Alto corridors. Employers hiring right now include Stanford Health Care. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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If you're ready to be part of our legacy of hope and innovation, we encourage you to take the first step and explore our current job openings. Your best is waiting to be discovered.
Day - 12 Hour (United States of America) We Are Stanford Medicine! To Care. To Educate. To Discover.
M4 is a 20 bed complex ICU Medicine Unit caring for Pre-Lung, Pre-Liver, Sepsis and Cardiac overflow. This unit also supports dedicated COVID beds.
As an ICU Nurse at Stanford Health Care, you are part of the critical and tactical care of our patients and take part in the plan of care. You are an integral part of the care team!
Opportunities are endless for Nurses at SHC with continued accessible career growth. We are a large organization but unique in that our environment feels like that of a boutique facility. Your work and ability do not go unnoticed and as such we are always aware of your career aspirations and aid you to get to that next level of your career.
Magnet Designated
The American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) Magnet Model provides a framework for clinical, operational, and leadership practice, serving as a roadmap for Stanford Nursing's ongoing pursuit toward nursing excellence.
PPM
The SHC Professional Practice Model (PPM) illustrates how nurses support the organization's mission, vision, and national professional standards of nursing practice. Symbolizing our patient-centered beliefs and values, the PPM exemplifies nurse autonomy over clinical practice and the practice environment, depicting effective communication between interprofessional to result in high-quality patient care.
Caritas
Beginning in 2007, SHC embraced Jean Watson's transformative "Caring Science" theory of human caring and love. This intertwining of "Caring Science" with nursing practice translates into increased intentionality and a deepening of authentic presence; thereby renewing nurse relationships through universal, ethical, and person-centered care.
This is a Stanford Health Care job.
A Brief Overview
The Clinical Nurse (CN) is an RN who provides hands-on care to patients, practicing in an evidence-based manner, within the Scope of Practice of the California Nursing Practice Act, regulatory requirements, standards of care, and hospital policies. Within that role, the CN performs all steps of the nursing process, including assessing patients; interpreting data; planning, implementing, and evaluating care; coordinating care with other providers; and teaching the patient and family the knowledge and skills needed to manage their care and prevent complications. The CN partners with the patient's family wherever possible, considering all aspects of care, to deliver family centered care. As a professional, monitors the quality of nursing care provided. The Clinical Nurse is responsible for his/her own professional development, including licensure, Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, and maintaining current knowledge regarding the assigned patient population. As a member of the nursing profession, the Clinical Nurse contributes to the profession of nursing through such activities as teaching others, sharing expertise In unit or hospital.
Please note: A Nurse who voluntarily agrees to work in a "weekends only" position is not eligible for premium pay under Section 17.2.
Our Clinical Nurse (RN) job classification is represented by the Committee for Recognition of Nursing Achievement (CRONA). CRONA is an independent union for Registered Nurses at Stanford Health Care and Lucile Packard Children's Health Stanford. For more information, please visit the CRONA website at https://www.crona.org/.
NOTE: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification may be required by the cost center in which the position resides. Please check AskHR for a complete listing of those cost centers requiring the ACLS certification.
Locations
Stanford Health Care
What you will do
The Helping Role Establishes Therapeutic Relationships: Creates and maintains a climate conducive to healing through being present to the patient and family, identifying and managing discomforts; providing emotional support and information; guiding the patient and family through phases of illness and recovery/passage to death and in accordance with the patient's goals and culture. Mobilizes the patient's strengths and abilities towards participation in recovery and control over plan of care.
Diagnostic and Monitoring Functions: Obtains accurate and relevant assessment data and interprets the data as normal vs abnormal. Determines nursing diagnosis. Monitors and evaluates data as frequently as needed based on stability.
Plans and Implements Therapeutic Interventions: Collaborates with the patient, family and members of health care team to develop an individualized plan of care. Implements nursing and medical interventions safely. Evaluates effectiveness of interventions and monitors patient for adverse responses and side effects.
Teaching and Coaching, Patient and Staff Teaching: Assesses a patient's and family's learning needs and readiness to learn. Teaches needed information for self-care and illness prevention. Adjusts information and expectations based on responses from patient, developmental levels, physiological and psychological condition, and cultural variations. Teaches other staff members both incidentally and/or through formal roles such as preceptor or super-user.
Effective Management of Rapidly Changing Situations: Ability to rapidly grasp problem situations and respond quickly and appropriately. Identifies the need for and activates emergency protocols.
Monitors and Ensures Quality Healthcare Practices: Monitors own practices and assists in monitoring others for practices related to patient and employee safety and compliance to standards and policies. Looks for opportunities for continual improvement in patient care and the work environment.
Organization and Work Role Functions: Integrates multiple requests and work expectations by setting priorities, delegating tasks appropriately, and seeking assistance as needed.
Priorities: Contributes to team building through participation in unit programs and meetings; contributes to positive morale, using constructive and effective conflict resolution skills.
Management and Delegation: Learns and utilizes the available technology for communication, documentation, and locating information regarding unusual clinical situations, diagnosis, and treatments.
Contributes to the knowledge and skill of other members of the nursing staff through one or more activities such as formal or informal teaching, participation on Shared Governance groups, professional publications and/or presentations.
Education: Attains knowledge and competence that reflects current nursing practice. Demonstrates commitment to lifelong learning.
Communication: Communicates effectively in a variety of formats in all areas of practice.
Leadership: Demonstrates leadership in the professional practice setting and the profession.
Professional Practice Evaluation: Evaluates own nursing practice in relation to professional practice standards and guidelines, relevant statutes, rules and regulations.
Education Qualifications
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited college or university preferred.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Able to communicate effectively in English.
Minimum 1.5 years (18 months) of recent ICU (dedicated unit-based) experience required
2 years’ (24 months) experience in a Medical ICU setting strongly preferred
Licenses and Certifications
AHA BLS from the American Heart Association
AHA ACLS from the American Heart Association
Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of California
Physical Demands and Work Conditions
Physical Demands
Frequent (please list each item under Comments). The work involves considerable exertion such as frequent lifting of
patients and equipment, bending and stooping, and walking. The work environment involves moderate risks or
discomforts which require special safety precautions, e.g. working with risk of exposure of contagious disease,
radiation or infection, working with emotionally disturbed patients. Precautions are routine for nearly all
situations. The employee might be required to use protective clothing or gear.
Blood Borne Pathogens
Category I - Tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues
These principles apply to ALL employees:
SHC Commitment to Providing an Exceptional Patient & Family Experience
Stanford Health Care sets a high standard for delivering value and an exceptional experience for our patients and families. Candidates for employment and existing employees must adopt and execute C-I-CARE standards for all of patients, families and towards each other. C-I-CARE is the foundation of Stanford’s patient-experience and represents a framework for patient-centered interactions. Simply put, we do what it takes to enable and empower patients and families to focus on health, healing and recovery.
You will do this by executing against our three experience pillars, from the patient and family’s perspective:
Know Me: Anticipate my needs and status to deliver effective care
Show Me the Way: Guide and prompt my actions to arrive at better outcomes and better health
Coordinate for Me: Own the complexity of my care through coordination
#LI-BS1
Equal Opportunity Employer Stanford Health Care (SHC) strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination in all of its policies and practices, including the area of employment. Accordingly, SHC does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity and/or expression, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability, or the perception of any of the above. People of all genders, members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal convictions will be considered after an individualized assessment of the conviction and the job requirements.
Base Pay Scale: Generally starting at $96.35 - $111.14 per hourThe salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training. This pay scale is not a promise of a particular wage.
If you're ready to be part of our legacy of hope and innovation, we encourage you to take the first step and explore our current job openings. Your best is waiting to be discovered.
Day - 12 Hour (United States of America) We Are Stanford Medicine! To Care. To Educate. To Discover.
M4 is a 20 bed complex ICU Medicine Unit caring for Pre-Lung, Pre-Liver, Sepsis and Cardiac overflow. This unit also supports dedicated COVID beds.
As an ICU Nurse at Stanford Health Care, you are part of the critical and tactical care of our patients and take part in the plan of care. You are an integral part of the care team!
Opportunities are endless for Nurses at SHC with continued accessible career growth. We are a large organization but unique in that our environment feels like that of a boutique facility. Your work and ability do not go unnoticed and as such we are always aware of your career aspirations and aid you to get to that next level of your career.
Magnet Designated
The American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) Magnet Model provides a framework for clinical, operational, and leadership practice, serving as a roadmap for Stanford Nursing's ongoing pursuit toward nursing excellence.
PPM
The SHC Professional Practice Model (PPM) illustrates how nurses support the organization's mission, vision, and national professional standards of nursing practice. Symbolizing our patient-centered beliefs and values, the PPM exemplifies nurse autonomy over clinical practice and the practice environment, depicting effective communication between interprofessional to result in high-quality patient care.
Caritas
Beginning in 2007, SHC embraced Jean Watson's transformative "Caring Science" theory of human caring and love. This intertwining of "Caring Science" with nursing practice translates into increased intentionality and a deepening of authentic presence; thereby renewing nurse relationships through universal, ethical, and person-centered care.
This is a Stanford Health Care job.
A Brief Overview
The Clinical Nurse (CN) is an RN who provides hands-on care to patients, practicing in an evidence-based manner, within the Scope of Practice of the California Nursing Practice Act, regulatory requirements, standards of care, and hospital policies. Within that role, the CN performs all steps of the nursing process, including assessing patients; interpreting data; planning, implementing, and evaluating care; coordinating care with other providers; and teaching the patient and family the knowledge and skills needed to manage their care and prevent complications. The CN partners with the patient's family wherever possible, considering all aspects of care, to deliver family centered care. As a professional, monitors the quality of nursing care provided. The Clinical Nurse is responsible for his/her own professional development, including licensure, Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, and maintaining current knowledge regarding the assigned patient population. As a member of the nursing profession, the Clinical Nurse contributes to the profession of nursing through such activities as teaching others, sharing expertise In unit or hospital.
Please note: A Nurse who voluntarily agrees to work in a "weekends only" position is not eligible for premium pay under Section 17.2.
Our Clinical Nurse (RN) job classification is represented by the Committee for Recognition of Nursing Achievement (CRONA). CRONA is an independent union for Registered Nurses at Stanford Health Care and Lucile Packard Children's Health Stanford. For more information, please visit the CRONA website at https://www.crona.org/.
NOTE: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification may be required by the cost center in which the position resides. Please check AskHR for a complete listing of those cost centers requiring the ACLS certification.
Locations
Stanford Health Care
What you will do
The Helping Role Establishes Therapeutic Relationships: Creates and maintains a climate conducive to healing through being present to the patient and family, identifying and managing discomforts; providing emotional support and information; guiding the patient and family through phases of illness and recovery/passage to death and in accordance with the patient's goals and culture. Mobilizes the patient's strengths and abilities towards participation in recovery and control over plan of care.
Diagnostic and Monitoring Functions: Obtains accurate and relevant assessment data and interprets the data as normal vs abnormal. Determines nursing diagnosis. Monitors and evaluates data as frequently as needed based on stability.
Plans and Implements Therapeutic Interventions: Collaborates with the patient, family and members of health care team to develop an individualized plan of care. Implements nursing and medical interventions safely. Evaluates effectiveness of interventions and monitors patient for adverse responses and side effects.
Teaching and Coaching, Patient and Staff Teaching: Assesses a patient's and family's learning needs and readiness to learn. Teaches needed information for self-care and illness prevention. Adjusts information and expectations based on responses from patient, developmental levels, physiological and psychological condition, and cultural variations. Teaches other staff members both incidentally and/or through formal roles such as preceptor or super-user.
Effective Management of Rapidly Changing Situations: Ability to rapidly grasp problem situations and respond quickly and appropriately. Identifies the need for and activates emergency protocols.
Monitors and Ensures Quality Healthcare Practices: Monitors own practices and assists in monitoring others for practices related to patient and employee safety and compliance to standards and policies. Looks for opportunities for continual improvement in patient care and the work environment.
Organization and Work Role Functions: Integrates multiple requests and work expectations by setting priorities, delegating tasks appropriately, and seeking assistance as needed.
Priorities: Contributes to team building through participation in unit programs and meetings; contributes to positive morale, using constructive and effective conflict resolution skills.
Management and Delegation: Learns and utilizes the available technology for communication, documentation, and locating information regarding unusual clinical situations, diagnosis, and treatments.
Contributes to the knowledge and skill of other members of the nursing staff through one or more activities such as formal or informal teaching, participation on Shared Governance groups, professional publications and/or presentations.
Education: Attains knowledge and competence that reflects current nursing practice. Demonstrates commitment to lifelong learning.
Communication: Communicates effectively in a variety of formats in all areas of practice.
Leadership: Demonstrates leadership in the professional practice setting and the profession.
Professional Practice Evaluation: Evaluates own nursing practice in relation to professional practice standards and guidelines, relevant statutes, rules and regulations.
Education Qualifications
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited college or university preferred.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Able to communicate effectively in English.
Minimum 1.5 years (18 months) of recent ICU (dedicated unit-based) experience required
2 years’ (24 months) experience in a Medical ICU setting strongly preferred
Licenses and Certifications
AHA BLS from the American Heart Association
AHA ACLS from the American Heart Association
Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of California
Physical Demands and Work Conditions
Physical Demands
Frequent (please list each item under Comments). The work involves considerable exertion such as frequent lifting of
patients and equipment, bending and stooping, and walking. The work environment involves moderate risks or
discomforts which require special safety precautions, e.g. working with risk of exposure of contagious disease,
radiation or infection, working with emotionally disturbed patients. Precautions are routine for nearly all
situations. The employee might be required to use protective clothing or gear.
Blood Borne Pathogens
Category I - Tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues
These principles apply to ALL employees:
SHC Commitment to Providing an Exceptional Patient & Family Experience
Stanford Health Care sets a high standard for delivering value and an exceptional experience for our patients and families. Candidates for employment and existing employees must adopt and execute C-I-CARE standards for all of patients, families and towards each other. C-I-CARE is the foundation of Stanford’s patient-experience and represents a framework for patient-centered interactions. Simply put, we do what it takes to enable and empower patients and families to focus on health, healing and recovery.
You will do this by executing against our three experience pillars, from the patient and family’s perspective:
Know Me: Anticipate my needs and status to deliver effective care
Show Me the Way: Guide and prompt my actions to arrive at better outcomes and better health
Coordinate for Me: Own the complexity of my care through coordination
#LI-BS1
Equal Opportunity Employer Stanford Health Care (SHC) strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination in all of its policies and practices, including the area of employment. Accordingly, SHC does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity and/or expression, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability, or the perception of any of the above. People of all genders, members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal convictions will be considered after an individualized assessment of the conviction and the job requirements.
Base Pay Scale: Generally starting at $96.35 - $111.14 per hourThe salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training. This pay scale is not a promise of a particular wage.
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Clinical Registered Nurse Jobs in Palo Alto: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a clinical registered nurse job in Palo Alto?
The fastest path into Palo Alto's clinical nursing market is targeting its academic medical and research hospital systems, which drive the majority of local openings. Roles concentrate around the Stanford Research Park corridor and the El Camino Real healthcare strip. Candidates with experience in critical care, oncology, or perioperative settings stand out, and familiarity with Magnet-designated hospital workflows gives a meaningful edge in this market.
Which companies hire clinical registered nurses in Palo Alto?
Employers hiring clinical registered nurses in Palo Alto right now include Stanford Health Care, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Palo Alto's employer mix skews heavily toward large academic health systems, specialty surgical centers, and outpatient clinics affiliated with major research institutions.
Are there remote clinical registered nurse jobs in Palo Alto?
Yes, though options are limited since clinical registered nursing is primarily a hands-on, bedside role. About 0% of clinical registered nurse openings tied to Palo Alto are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, largely concentrated in care coordination, utilization review, and telehealth triage functions rather than direct patient care. Those are the segments most worth targeting if location flexibility matters to you.
How can I get a clinical registered nurse job in Palo Alto with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to new graduate residency programs offered by Palo Alto's large academic health systems, which are specifically designed to bring in BSN graduates without prior acute care experience. Outpatient specialty clinics and ambulatory surgery centers in the area also hire entry-level nurses for less acute settings. Gaining a BLS and ACLS certification before applying and targeting med-surgical or step-down units as a starting point increases your chances locally.
Which industries hire the most clinical registered nurses in Palo Alto?
The sectors hiring the most clinical registered nurses in Palo Alto are Healthcare & Medical Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Palo Alto's position as home to one of the nation's leading academic medical centers anchors demand in those sectors and sustains a consistently active local nursing market.
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