Cardiac OR RN – Pioneering CVOR Nurse

Stanford Health Care; California; On-site; USD 133,000 - 153,000; Full time

Job summary

Stanford Health Care in Palo Alto seeks a Clinical Nurse (RN) to deliver hands-on care within the California Nursing Practice Act. The role emphasizes patient and family teaching, collaboration with surgeons and teams, and adherence to evidence-based nursing standards.

ACLS/BLS readiness is valued; a BSN is preferred and CA‑RN licensure is required or pending. As a member of the Cardiovascular Operating Room team, you will participate in complex cardiac, vascular, and thoracic surgeries,

Qualifications

• BSN preferred and CA-RN license required or eligible.
• Current BLS certification, ACLS may be required by cost center.
• Excellent English communication and patient-focused care.

Responsibilities

• Establish therapeutic relationships with patients and families.
• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care.
• Collaborate with care teams to develop individualized plans.
• Educate patients and families on care and self‑care needs.
• Monitor safety, quality, and adherence to standards.

Skills

Clinical nursing

Patient care

English communication

Education

BSN preferred

Tools

BLS certification

ACLS certification

Job description

Stanford Health Care in Palo Alto seeks a Clinical Nurse (RN) to deliver hands-on care within the California Nursing Practice Act. The role emphasizes patient and family teaching, collaboration with surgeons and teams, and adherence to evidence-based nursing standards.

ACLS/BLS readiness is valued; a BSN is preferred and CA‑RN licensure is required or pending. As a member of the Cardiovascular Operating Room team, you will participate in complex cardiac, vascular, and thoracic surgeries,