Direct Patient Care Jobs in San Francisco, CA

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Lick Observatory Senior Custodian

Company: University of California Santa Cruz

Location: Mount Hamilton, CA

Posted May 25, 2025

Must possess a valid license to drive in the state of California and be able to participate in the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) pull notice program.

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Neurologist BC/BE - Alzheimer/Dementia

Company: Sutter West Bay Medical Group

Location: San Francisco, California

Posted May 26, 2025

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academic

Director Nursing Services RN - Adult Services

Company: Kaiser Permanente

Location: San Marcos, California

Posted May 26, 2025

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full time dental insurance health insurance

Clinical Research Coordinator - San Francisco, CA

Company: Sutter West Bay Medical Group

Location: San Francisco, California

Posted May 25, 2025

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research academic full time

Pulmonary Division at Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital recruitment

Company: University of California San Francisco

Location: San Francisco, California

Posted May 25, 2025

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continuing education credits flexible schedule opportunities for advancement

Dual-trained Vascular Neurosurgeon with Neurointerventional Fellowship for Sharp Healthcare, San Diego

Company: No Employer

Location: San Diego Metro

Posted May 25, 2025

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dental insurance employer-matched 401(k) plan health insurance

Physician – Psychiatry Position in San Jose, CA!

Company: Department of Veterans Affairs

Location: San Jose, California

Posted May 25, 2025

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Urgent Care Physician

Company: El Camino Health Medical Network (SVMD)

Location: San Jose, California

Posted May 25, 2025

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sign-on bonus relocation assistance full time

Rhinology / Sinus Surgeon / Anterior Skull-base Surgeon BC/BE

Company: Sutter West Bay Medical Group

Location: San Francisco, California

Posted May 25, 2025

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401(k) dental insurance health insurance

Pulmonary/Critical Care Physician

Company: No Employer

Location: San Diego, California

Posted May 25, 2025

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hospital

Respiratory Care Practitioner II Registered

Company: Kaiser Permanente

Location: San Francisco, California

Posted May 25, 2025

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sign-on bonus relocation assistance part time

Gastroenterologist BC/BE

Company: Sutter West Bay Medical Group

Location: San Francisco, California

Posted May 25, 2025

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the typical salary ranges by seniority in Direct Patient Care?
Certified Nursing Assistants earn about $24,000–$34,000 annually. Licensed Practical Nurses range from $35,000 to $50,000. Registered Nurses typically receive $55,000–$90,000, while Nurse Practitioners command $85,000–$120,000. Clinical leaders such as RN Managers and Nurse Educators fall between $70,000 and $120,000 depending on experience and region.
What skills and certifications are required for Direct Patient Care positions?
Core certifications include RN, LPN, or CNA licenses, Basic Life Support (BLS), and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) for acute settings. Many employers now require proficiency with EHR platforms such as Epic or Cerner, competency in infection control, HIPAA compliance, and patient safety protocols.
Is remote work available in Direct Patient Care?
While bedside care cannot be remote, telehealth consults, remote patient monitoring, and virtual interdisciplinary case conferences provide substantial remote opportunities. Home health documentation and care coordination can also be performed remotely with secure EHR access.
What career progression paths exist within Direct Patient Care?
Typical paths include RN to RN Manager, RN to Nurse Practitioner, RN to Clinical Nurse Specialist, RN to Nurse Educator, RN to Quality Improvement Lead, and RN to Health Informatics Specialist. Each transition requires additional certifications or advanced degrees (e.g., MSN, DNP, or PhD).
What are the current industry trends affecting Direct Patient Care?
Key trends include the rapid expansion of telehealth, AI‑driven triage tools, wearable health devices that feed real‑time data to clinicians, and value‑based care models that emphasize outcomes over volume. Interdisciplinary care coordination platforms and patient engagement apps are also reshaping how direct care is delivered.

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