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Thanks for this post--super helpful! I am looking to get an assignment in STT this May 2013, I'm currently on an assignment until then. I'm an experienced ICU nurse...I've got a couple other questions that maybe you could help with: How long did the licensure process take? Are you working 8 or 12 hr shifts? Does the hospital offer both..I heard rumor of 8's only, which would not be fun when living in paradise:) Thanks!

Thank you for all of your replies...they are all very helpful!! I am really excited about the assignment and am even more excited to hear such positive responses about the unit/hospital etc. I think I'm going to live in Palo Alto..haven't narrowed it down to where yet but would rather not have to deal with a commute to/from the city. Thanks again!!

Hi all! I recently took a travel assignment at Stanford University Hospital in their surgical/trauma/neuro ICU-I have about 2 months before I leave. I am a first time traveler with about 3 years experience. From what I've heard, it sounds like a good place for travelers-any insight on the unit/how the hospital is run would be great! I also am coming from the east coast..and very unfamiliar with San Fran area-any recommendations on where to live if I am finding housing myself? Stay in Palo Alto or live in the city and take transportation to hospital? Any pointers greatly appreciated!!:)