RN Jobs in Palo Alto, CA

Registered Nurses (RN) play a pivotal role in the nursing industry, providing critical care and support to patients across a variety of healthcare settings. These professionals are responsible for assessing patient conditions, recording medical histories, administering treatments, performing diagnostic tests, and educating patients on their illnesses or injuries. RNs are also essential in implementing and evaluating patient care plans, communicating with healthcare teams, and advocating for patient rights. They may specialize in various areas such as critical care, pediatrics, or geriatrics.

Before becoming a RN, a person may have roles such as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), or a Medical Assistant (MA). These positions provide valuable experience and insight into the nursing profession. To become a RN, individuals must earn a diploma, associate degree, or bachelor's degree in nursing. They must then pass the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-RN) to become licensed. Additional certifications and skills RNs should have include Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS). Critical thinking, communication, empathy, and attention to detail are also vital skills for this role.

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Mediko

Registered Nurse - Corporate

  • Mediko
  • San Jose, CA (15 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Mediko
  • San Jose, CA (15 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 12 days ago

The Registered Nurse - Corporate will work collaboratively with healthcare teams to maintain high-quality care and contribute to a safe, efficient healthcare environment....

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Travel PICU RN

  • Fusion Medical Staffing
  • Santa Clara, CA (12 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (12 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Qualifications: ACLS (AHA/ARC) certification CCRN certification Other certifications and licenses may be required for this position Summary: The PICU Registered Nurse provides advanced specialized...

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Travel OR RN

  • Fusion Medical Staffing
  • Castro Valley, CA (21 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Castro Valley, CA (21 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 1 day ago

(AHA/ARC), PALS (AHA/ARC) or ENPC certifications OR Nursing Certification (CNOR) Other certifications and licenses may be required for this position Summary: The Operating Room Registered Nurse provides...

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Travel CVOR RN

  • Fusion Medical Staffing
  • Palo Alto, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Palo Alto, CA
  • 3 days ago

Travel CVOR Registered Nurse Company: Fusion Medical Staffing Location: Facility in Stanford, California Job Details Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking a skilled CVOR RN for a 26-week travel assignment...

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Staff Nurse (RN)

  • Satellite Holdings, LLC
  • San Jose, CA (15 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • San Jose, CA (15 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Experience: One (1) year of registered nurse experience....

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Cardiac Cath Lab - Travel Registered Nurse

  • Trusted Health
  • Fremont, CA (12 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Fremont, CA (12 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 1 hour ago

Trusted is seeking an experienced nurse for this exciting travel nursing assignment. Trusted has streamlined the travel nursing experience by enabling nurses to apply directly to jobs without the...

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Travel Registered Nurse RN Operating Room OR

  • OneStaffMedical
  • San Ramon, CA (24 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • San Ramon, CA (24 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 19 hours ago

They will also, educate the patient, circulating nurse and/or scrub nurse, and potentially RN first assistant or operating room director....

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Operating Room Nurse

  • Los Gatos Surgical Center
  • Los Gatos, CA (17 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Los Gatos, CA (17 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

Qualifications you will need: Graduate from an accredited school of professional nursing Minimum 1 year of experience in an operating room setting, preferably in an ambulatory surgery center Active RN...

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Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse

  • Good Samaritan Hospital
  • San Jose, CA (15 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Jose, CA (15 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

A Registered Nurse who has one (1) year of full-time equivalent or more of acute care experience as a Registered Nurse. 1-yr Labor and Delivery RN experience needed Current Basic Cardiac Life Support...

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Registered Nurse Labor and Delivery

  • Good Samaritan Hospital
  • San Jose, CA (15 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (15 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 4 days ago

A Registered Nurse who has one (1) year of full-time equivalent or more of acute care experience as a Registered Nurse. 1-year RN experience in area of Specialty Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (...

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Hiring Now!

  • Good Samaritan Hospital
  • San Jose, CA (15 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (15 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 13 days ago

A Registered Nurse who has one (1) year of full-time equivalent or more of acute care experience as a Registered Nurse. 1-yr Labor and Delivery RN experience needed Current Basic Cardiac Life Support...

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RN Labor and Delivery

  • Good Samaritan Hospital
  • San Jose, CA (15 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 19 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (15 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 19 days ago

A Registered Nurse who has one (1) year of full-time equivalent or more of acute care experience as a Registered Nurse. 1-yr Labor and Delivery RN experience needed Current Basic Cardiac Life Support...

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Clinical Nurse Coordinator Labor and Delivery

  • Good Samaritan Hospital
  • San Jose, CA (15 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 26 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (15 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 26 days ago

Hourly Wage Estimate: $91.36 - $137.00 / hour Learn more about the benefits offered for this job. The estimate displayed represents the typical wage range of candidates hired. Factors that may be...

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L&D Registered Nurse

  • Good Samaritan Hospital
  • San Jose, CA (15 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Jose, CA (15 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

A Registered Nurse who has one (1) year of full-time equivalent or more of acute care experience as a Registered Nurse. 1-yr Labor and Delivery RN experience needed Current Basic Cardiac Life Support...

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Clinical Nurse Coordinator Mother Baby

  • Good Samaritan Hospital
  • San Jose, CA (15 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Jose, CA (15 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

What qualifications you will need: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing Bachelors Degree in Nursing preferred CA RN license in good standing BLS required NRP required Minimum 2 year of Clinical...

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Demographic Data for Palo Alto, CA

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Salary for RN Jobs in Palo Alto, CA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

RNs in Palo Alto, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
40.4%
Associate's Degree
24.1%
Master's Degree
16.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
9.2%
High School or GED
6.4%
Doctorate Degree
2.6%
Some College
0.7%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by RNs in Palo Alto, CA
1-2 years
34.5%
None
19.4%
Less than 1 year
18.4%
4-6 years
13.4%
6-8 years
12.9%
2-4 years
1.4%


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