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Your Questions Answered Below you will find answers to the questions we get asked about the most when applying to the Stanford Health Care Critical Care Transition Program.
Resume  FAQ
s there a limit to the length on a resume?
There is no limit to the the resume

Is there a specific format for the resume?
There is no specific format for the resume.

What information do you recommend an applicant includes in their resume?
  • Education
    • Include nursing education, degree, school and date of program completion
    • Include non-nursing degrees, school and date of program completion (if applicable)
  • Work Experience & Military Experience
    • Job Title/Role
    • Employer
    • Time of Employment
    • Roles/ Responsibilities 
    • Clinical Ladder
    • Include relevant responsibilities including but not limited to:
      • Preceptor
      • Clinical/Unit Educator
      • Charge/Resource RN
      • Unit/Hospital Comittee - Membership/ Office
      • Shared Leadership Governance - Member/Office
      • Local/Regional/National Professional Organization Memberships 
  • Local/Regional/National Professional Organization
    • Include any committe work
    • Include any office positions
    • Include any publications including abstracts/posters 

Should I share my work experiences even if they are not health care related?
Absolutely, many work experiences are transferable to healthcare.
Cover Letter FAQ
Is there a limit to the length a cover letter?
There is no limit to the cover letter or the resume

Is there a specific format for the cover letter?
There is no specific format for the cover letter or resume.

Who should I address the cover letter to?
You may address the cover letter to the “Critical Care Transition Program” or “To Whom It May Concern” either are acceptable

Does Stanford read each cover letter, or do they use a software application to scan for key words?
We read each and every cover letter, resume, and application. We do not use any kind of software to assist us with this process.

Should my cover letter target a specific position/specialty area that I am interested in?
It is not necessary to target a specific position/specialty but you are welcome to if you wish
Stanford Related Questions 
Are Lucille Packard Childrens Hospital and Tri-Valley separate hospitals from Stanford Health Care?
Yes. We are 3 separate entities. 

Does the critical care to transition program offer relocation?
No we do not. 

Do you recieve full benefits?
Yes. You are a full time permanent employee. You can learn more about our benefits here.

Is the CCTP  program a paid position?
Yes, you are hired as a Clinical Nurse II - pay rangestarting at $89.08 - $102.76 per hour based on experience. 
10% evenings, 18% nights and 5% weekends. 

Do you reimburse for NCLEX or CA License fees?
No, we do not. 
General Application Questions
Can I choose my specialty area to work?
You will have the opportunity within the electronic application to rank your specialty areas of preference.

What is a panel interview?
Panel level: Interview will consist of the panel interview facilitator, hiring managers for the specialty area, and 4-5 applicants. The interview is virtual and approximately 1hr in length but can be shorter or longer depending on answer length. Each applicant will have an equal opportunity to answer all the same questions.

Can I interview for more than one specialty?
You will only have the opportunity to interview with one specialty

If I have applied before but was not selected, can I apply again?
Yes, you may apply again keeping in mind the program requirements. 

I cannot find the application?
If it is outside of the application timeline, you are unable to apply and will need to wait for the next application cycle for the next cohort.