About This Role
Palo Alto Foundation Medical Group is hiring a full-time Nurse Practitioner to work in their endocrinology department in Santa Clara. You'll provide direct patient care within a well-equipped medical facility that includes on-site labs and imaging services, working alongside primary care doctors and other specialists. The role emphasizes balanced scheduling to support your personal time. You'll need a current California NP license and at least 6-12 months of clinical experience, ideally in endocrinology or a related field. This position suits practitioners who want to deepen their expertise in metabolic and hormonal disorders while working in a modern, collaborative healthcare setting.
$25–$45/hr
Hospital / Clinic
Days / Nights
Active nursing license
401(k)
Location & Routes
- Base city: Santa Clara, CA
Benefits & Bonuses
- 401(k)
Hiring Process
- Apply — Submit your application online
- Review — A recruiter reviews your qualifications
- Background check — Standard employment and license verification
- Start your assignment — Begin your nursing role
Requirements
Active nursing license relevant to the role.
Experience requirements vary by employer.
BLS typically required.
Ability to stand for long shifts, lift up to 50 lbs, and assist with patient transfers.
Frequently asked questions
What license do I need to apply?
An active RN license in the state of practice, in good standing. Compact (multistate) licenses are accepted in NLC member states.
What experience is expected?
1+ year of clinical experience is preferred for most staff RN roles. Many hospitals have new-grad residency tracks if you are recently licensed.
Which certifications are required?
BLS is required for nearly all hospital roles. ACLS, PALS, or specialty certs may be required depending on the unit.
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Nursing Jobs in Santa Clara, CA
Santa Clara is a working healthcare town: Cedars-Sinai, Kaiser Permanente, UCSF Health, Stanford, and Sutter Health drive consistent demand year-round. Most nursing openings around Santa Clara, California fall into three buckets — staff hospital roles, per diem and PRN shifts, and travel/agency assignments tied to ICU, ER, labor & delivery, and travel nurse contracts.
Whether you want a steady staff schedule in Santa Clara or per diem flexibility across California, the mix of Cedars-Sinai, Kaiser Permanente, UCSF Health, Stanford, and Sutter Health keeps demand steady. RNs with active California licensure and 1+ year of acute-care experience tend to clear the highest pay around Santa Clara, California.
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Full Job Details
Opportunity Information Palo Alto Foundation Medical Group is seeking a full time, certified Nurse Practitioner in Endocrinology. Highlights: Resource-rich working environment State of the art facilities; onsite laboratories; digital imaging departments Schedule designed to promote work/life balance Collaborate with talented team of primary care providers and medical specialists Requirements 6 - 12 months related clinical experience Current California State NP License Current Nurse Practitioner Furnishing Number (for Nurse Practitioners only) Nurse Practitioner furnishing number of NP’s Active DEA registration On-site role Preferred: 1 - 2 years in Endocrinology, Diabetes or Gestational Diabetes We Offer / Join Us and Enjoy Relocation allowance Generous benefits package 401K, HSA Medical Group Details Palo Alto Foundation Medical Group We are one of the largest multi-specialty medical groups in the country, made up of over 2,100 clinicians in 40+ specialties, in practices throughout the San Francisco Bay Area. Our organization is nationally recognized for our excellence with multiple awards for quality of care, innovation and leadership. Palo Alto Foundation Medical Group is affiliated with Palo Alto Medical Foundation, a not-for-profit health care organization, providing operational and administrative support, including the latest technology, allowing physicians to focus on delivering exceptional patient care. Community Information Santa Clara is located in the center of Silicon Valley and is home to several high-tech companies’ headquarters. Santa Clara University, the oldest institution of higher learning in the state of California, is a treasured landmark. The city is bordered by San Jose, Sunnyvale and Cupertino. Equal Opportunity Statement
- It is the policy of the Palo Alto Foundation Medical Group (PAFMG) to provide equal employment for all qualified individuals; to prohibit discrimination in employment because of race, color, creed, religion, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry, national origin, age, medical condition, disability or status as a veteran or a disabled veteran. We promote the full realization of equal employment opportunities through a positive continuing program within our service area. Equal employment opportunities apply to every aspect of PAFMG’s employment policies and practices.