Director of Nursing, Long Term Care
Palo Alto, CA
Host Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,724/weekOverview
- Start Date08/03/2026
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Referral bonus
- School loan reimbursement
- Vision benefits
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Company provided housing options
- License and certification reimbursement
- Life insurance
- Medical benefits
- Mileage reimbursement
- Pet insurance
- Discount program
- Employee assistance programs
- Guaranteed Hours
- Health savings account
- Holiday Pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Continuing Education
- Dental benefits
Qualifications
- Associate of Science in Nursing, Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Description
Director of Nursing
Location: Palo Alto, California
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Days
Hours: 8 hours/day, 40 hours/week
Required Qualifications
- Valid RN license in California
- Minimum 3 years of Director of Nursing experience, including experience within the last year
- Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
- BLS Certification
Summary
This is a Director of Nursing position requiring leadership and management experience in nursing. The role involves overseeing nursing staff and operations during day shifts.
Employer
Host Healthcare
266 nurses recommend working with Host Healthcare
Pros
I had a fantastic experience working with Scott. He is incredibly attentive, professional, and genuinely cares about finding the right fit for his nurses. Highly recommend working with him if you're looking for a recruiter who stays on top of everything.
Cons
none!
Recommends working with Host Healthcare
At Host Healthcare, we provide a truly comfortable experience as you explore your travel nursing, therapy, or allied career. We make your travel healthcare journey easy by taking care of all the details, so you don’t have to.
We are on a mission to help others live better and we do this by helping the healers of the world be as comfortable as possible. With access to tens of thousands of travel nursing, therapy, and allied jobs in all 50 states, our responsive and friendly recruiters find your dream position based on what’s important to you.
During your assignment, get access to premium benefits, including Day 1 medical that continues up to 30 days between assignments, 401K matching, travel reimbursements, dedicated housing support, and more. We also offer 24/7 support from our team and access to our on-staff clinicians so you can feel comfortable and confident throughout your entire assignment.
Travel comfortably with Host Healthcare.
About Palo Alto, CA
As a travel nurse in Palo Alto, CA here's what you should know:- Palo Alto has a cost of living that is significantly higher than the national average, with housing being the major contributor.
- Wages are generally higher to match the increased cost of living.
- The average high in summer is around 80°F, while the average low in winter is around 40°F.
- Short term rentals can be found in Palo Alto, but they may be more expensive due to the overall higher cost of living in the area.
- Palo Alto is car-friendly, but traffic congestion can be an issue.
- Public transportation options include buses and a commuter rail system for easy access to nearby areas.
- Palo Alto is known for its diverse population, with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include stress-related conditions due to the fast-paced lifestyle.
- There is a large population of travel nurses in the area due to the presence of renowned medical facilities.
- Palo Alto offers a variety of restaurants, art galleries, music venues, and sports activities.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy hiking in nearby nature reserves and parks.
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