Sutter Health·Palo Alto, California
Provide direct and indirect patient care to clinic patients and their families using comprehensive assessments and nursing care plans. Deliver care based on scientific knowledge and theoretical principles within the scope of the California Nurse Practice Act.
EDUCATION Graduate of an accredited school of nursing CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE RN-Registered Nurse of California Upon Hire BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider Upon Hire PREFERRED EXPERIENCE AS TYPICALLY ACQUIRED IN: One year of clinical experience Recent experience is strongly preferred SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE Excellent organizational, interpersonal, written and oral communication skills Ability to accept, adapt to and evaluate change Basic computer knowledge and skills Ability to work as a team member and take on a leadership role when appropriate Job Shift: Days Schedule: Full Time Shift Hours: 8 Days of the Week: Monday - Friday Weekend Requirements: As Needed
Yes Unions: Yes Position Status: Non-Exempt Weekly Hours: 40 Employee Status: Regular Employees of Sutter Health and its entities may handle hazardous drugs in the course of their work, including patient care, which requires them to manage, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer drugs identified as hazardous or potentially hazardous by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and in accordance with the USP 800 guidelines. Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans. Pay Range is $75.49 to $101.38 / hour The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.
Requires a graduate degree from an accredited school of nursing and a valid California RN license. BLS certification is required, and one year of clinical experience is preferred.
Market context
California nursing roles often draw steady demand, especially for experienced RNs in procedural and critical care settings. Competition is strongest for candidates who already hold a California RN license, current BLS and ACLS, and recent ICU, ER, or PACU experience. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, then confirm your certifications and highlight relevant bedside and procedural experience in your application.
