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Healthcare Jobs at Short-Term Acute Care Hospitals in Downey, CA

8 open positions Starting as soon as October 12, 2026 6 healthcare facilities in Downey

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Registered Nurse – Neonatal Intensive Care
  • Downey, California – 90242
  • 12 N,
  • October 26, 2026
  • 13 weeks
$3,063 to $3,220
Weekly Pay*
RNs must care for up to school age kids when floated to Peds/Picu. They also must be proficient on the skills checklist in those age groups (neonate/infant, toddler/preschool, school age) or they will be declined
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Registered Nurse – Case Management- Case Manager
  • Downey, California – 90242
  • 8 D,
  • October 12, 2026
  • 13 weeks
$3,178 to $3,341
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding unit is looking for the right Case Manager RN to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Registered Nurse – Labor & Delivery
  • Downey, California – 90242
  • 12 N,
  • October 12, 2026
  • 13 weeks
$3,169 to $3,332
Weekly Pay*
Exclusive order to AMN Healthcare at a state-of-the-art 352-bed hospital in Downey, CA. Built in 2009 this hospital has 95 percent family-friendly private rooms. It includes a variety of environmentally friendly features such as large windows to allow for an abundance of natural light, carpeting made from recycled materials, use of 100 percent of fresh air and no recirculation, and paint made from non-toxic materials. Our Labor and Delivery unit has 66 beds including postpartum FCC. Our LD patient population includes triage, high and low risk deliveries, recovery. We required BLS, NRP, Fetal Monitoring, Scrub, Circulate, Basic EKG, Vent Mgmt.and AWHONN advanced fetal monitoring course.
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Progressive Care Unit Nurse (PCU/SDU RN)
  • Downey, California – 90242
  • 12 N,
  • October 12, 2026
$57 to $61
Hourly Pay*
PCU RN’s closely monitor patients recently released from the ICU before those patients are moved to regular hospital beds. PCU RN’S monitor cardiac and other critical vital signs and detect any changes, thereby enabling intervention of life-threatening, or emergency situations. PCU RN’s work in hospitals, and usually will float as needed to work in Tele or Med Surg units.Education/Requirements:
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN): 4-Year Education 
  • Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN): 2-Year Education 
  • You must earn an ADN or BSN degree and pass the NCLEX to apply for a license as a RN. 
  • RN‘s can only work with an active state license.
  • ACLS is often required
***Must have at least 2 years experience and be willing to work 4 shifts per month. Orientation will be held every Monday with one unit shift in the same week. Patient ratio 1:3
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Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Nurse (NICU RN)
  • Downey, California – 90242
  • 13 N,
  • October 12, 2026
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NICU RN’s are responsible for total care of infants who may be diagnosed with congenital defects, delivery complications, or most often, prematurity. They formulate nursing care plans and assess, plan, implement, and evaluate the effectiveness of treatments in these plans. NICU RN’s administer medications and perform complex procedures to coordinate all aspects of a patient’s care. NICU RN’s work in the NICU unit of a hospital. Hospitals are given a NICU Level I-IV based upon the type of care provided and the extent of technology available. Level I (lowest) is designed for less critically ill infants, while Level IV (highest) provides the most sophisticated care for ill, or premature infants.Education/Requirements:
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN): 4-Year Education 
  • Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN): 2-Year Education 
  • You must earn an ADN or BSN degree and pass the NCLEX to apply for a license as a RN. 
  • RN‘s can only work with an active state license.
  • ACLS, CCRN and STABLE are often required
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Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Nurse (NICU RN)
  • Downey, California – 90242
  • 12 D,
  • October 12, 2026
$62 to $66
Hourly Pay*
NICU RN’s are responsible for total care of infants who may be diagnosed with congenital defects, delivery complications, or most often, prematurity. They formulate nursing care plans and assess, plan, implement, and evaluate the effectiveness of treatments in these plans. NICU RN’s administer medications and perform complex procedures to coordinate all aspects of a patient’s care. NICU RN’s work in the NICU unit of a hospital. Hospitals are given a NICU Level I-IV based upon the type of care provided and the extent of technology available. Level I (lowest) is designed for less critically ill infants, while Level IV (highest) provides the most sophisticated care for ill, or premature infants.Education/Requirements:
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN): 4-Year Education 
  • Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN): 2-Year Education 
  • You must earn an ADN or BSN degree and pass the NCLEX to apply for a license as a RN. 
  • RN‘s can only work with an active state license.
  • ACLS, CCRN and STABLE are often required
***Must be available to work up to 36 hours a week, including weekends. NICU level 3 experience, must have 1-year recent experience  (within the last 6 months) in NICU level 3. Experience attending deliveries preferred. Current NRP and BLS required. PALS is not. Block booking will be available up to 3 weeks in advance. 
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Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Nurse (PICU RN)
  • Downey, California – 90242
  • 12 N,
  • October 12, 2026
$67 to $72
Hourly Pay*
PICU RN’s provide care for children and adolescents with life-threatening or high acuity conditions that require constant monitoring. PICU RN’s provide medications, intravenous fluids, and artificial nutrition. PICU RN’s collaborate with families, physicians and other healthcare professionals or clinicians, to determine the best course of patient care and recovery. PICU RN’s work in the pediatric intensive care unit; an area within a hospital specializing in the care of critically ill infants, children, and teenagers. The unit below PICU is called Peds, similar to a Med Surg unit at an adult facility. PICU RN’s often float to Peds as needed.Education/Requirements:
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN): 4-Year Education 
  • Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN): 2-Year Education 
  • You must earn an ADN or BSN degree and pass the NCLEX to apply for a license as a RN. 
  • RN‘s can only work with an active state license.
  • ACLS and PALS are often required
*At least 2+ years' experience. Up to 36 hours per week, weekends included. Looking for 5 on AM and 5 on PM shifts. Should be available for a min. of 2 shifts a week.
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Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Nurse (PICU RN)
  • Downey, California – 90242
  • 12 D,
  • October 12, 2026
$67 to $72
Hourly Pay*
PICU RN’s provide care for children and adolescents with life-threatening or high acuity conditions that require constant monitoring. PICU RN’s provide medications, intravenous fluids, and artificial nutrition. PICU RN’s collaborate with families, physicians and other healthcare professionals or clinicians, to determine the best course of patient care and recovery. PICU RN’s work in the pediatric intensive care unit; an area within a hospital specializing in the care of critically ill infants, children, and teenagers. The unit below PICU is called Peds, similar to a Med Surg unit at an adult facility. PICU RN’s often float to Peds as needed.Education/Requirements:
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN): 4-Year Education 
  • Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN): 2-Year Education 
  • You must earn an ADN or BSN degree and pass the NCLEX to apply for a license as a RN. 
  • RN‘s can only work with an active state license.
  • ACLS and PALS are often required
*At least 2+ years' experience. Up to 36 hours per week, weekends included. Looking for 5 on AM and 5 on PM shifts. Should be available for a min. of 2 shifts a week.
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Registered Nurse – Telemetry
  • Bakersfield, California – 93311
    Distance from Downey: 111 miles
  • 12 D,
  • October 26, 2026
  • 13 weeks
$2,115 to $2,224
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding unit is looking for the right RN to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Computed Tomography Technologist
  • San Bernardino, California – 92404
    Distance from Downey: 50 miles
  • 10 D,
  • October 19, 2026
  • 13 weeks
$2,533 to $2,610
Weekly Pay*
Travel CT Tech jobs in San Bernardino, CA let you operate CT scanners to produce diagnostic images, prepare and position patients, and follow safety protocols. You will collaborate with radiologists and healthcare professionals, document procedures, and maintain equipment. San Bernardino, CA offers access to mountain views, outdoor recreation, and a vibrant community atmosphere. Recommended qualifications include an active California Radiology license, BLS certification, and at least 1 year of recent CT Tech experience. Adaptability, strong communication, and proficiency with EMR systems are also recommended. With AMN Healthcare, you receive excellent compensation, exclusive discounts, dedicated recruiters, and support from the AMN Passport app, all backed by the high ethical standards of a publicly traded company. Apply now to join this Travel CT Tech assignment in San Bernardino, CA.
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Short-Term Acute Care Hospitals in Downey, CA

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Kaiser Permanente – Downey Medical Center
Magnet 2026
Kaiser Permanente – Downey Medical Center is a short-term acute care hospital at 9333 Imperial Hwy in Downey, CA, magnet-designated since 2026. Departmental services include PCU, Level III–IV neonatal intensive care, PICU, pediatrics, surgical services and urgent care, and the facility employs physicians, nursing staff and advanced practice providers.
9333 Imperial Hwy, Downey, CA 90242
Departments
Neonatal Intensive Care – Level III-IV, Urgent Care, Surgical, PICU, PCU, and Pedi
Shifts: 12 D, 12 N, and 13 N
Kaiser – Downey Medical Center
Kaiser – Downey Medical Center is a short-term acute care hospital located at 9333 E. Imperial Highway in Downey, CA. Clinical departments include NICU, PICU, ICU, labor & delivery, postpartum, telemetry and case manager services. Nursing staff support inpatient critical care, neonatal and perinatal care and monitored telemetry units typical of short-term acute care hospitals.
9333 E. Imperial Highway, DOWNEY, CA 90242
Departments
NICU, ICU, Case Manager, Labor & Delivery, PICU, Telemetry, and Postpartum
Shifts: 8 D, 8 N, 10 D, 10 E, 10 N, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Durations: 13 wks
Kaiser Foundation Hospital – Downey
Magnet 2026
TJC
Kaiser Foundation Hospital – Downey is an acute care hospital at 9333 Imperial Highway in Downey, CA, established in 1966 with 352 beds and accredited by TJC; it achieved Magnet designation in 2026. Clinical departments include a coronary care unit (CCU), medical/surgical ICU, inpatient surgical services, neonatal nursery, obstetrics (OB/L&D) and pediatrics, while services span operating room and postoperative recovery, diagnostic radiology and nuclear medicine, pharmacy and clinical laboratory, rehabilitation therapies (occupational, physical, speech), respiratory care, optometry and dental services, therapeutic radiology, dietary, social services and swing bed capability. The facility staffs nursing, advanced practice, physician, allied health and support services personnel and supports allopathic, osteopathic, dental, podiatric and other residency programs, with a workforce equivalent to approximately 188 full-time positions.
9333 Imperial Highway, Downey, CA
352 certified beds Established 1966
SERVICES
Pharmacy
Anesthesia
Clinical Laboratory
Dental
Diagnostic Radiology
Departments
Coronary Care Unit (CCU), Inpatient Surgical, Intensive Care Unit (Medical/Surgical ICU), Neonatal Nursery, Obstetrics (OB/L&D), and Pediatric
Lac/rancho Los Amigos National Rehabilitation Ctr
TJC
Government
Lac/rancho Los Amigos National Rehabilitation Ctr, located at 7601 East Imperial Highway in Downey, CA, is an acute care hospital with 395 beds, government ownership, accredited by TJC and established in 1997. Clinical departments include CARF inpatient rehabilitation, a dedicated rehabilitation unit and outpatient rehabilitation, neurosurgical and orthopedic surgery services, medical/surgical and surgical ICUs, pediatrics and obstetrics (OB/L&D), along with outpatient surgery and ophthalmic and reconstructive surgery; support services span imaging, laboratory, pharmacy and perioperative care. The facility employs physicians, advanced practice clinicians, allied and nursing staff and support services, hosts allopathic, osteopathic, dental, podiatric and other residency programs, and has a workforce equivalent to approximately 1,167 full-time positions; it operates five operating rooms and one endoscopy room.
7601 East Imperial Highway, Downey, CA
395 certified beds 5 operating rooms Established 1997
SERVICES
Pharmacy
Acute Renal Dialysis
Anesthesia
Audiology
Clinical Laboratory
Departments
CARF Inpatient Rehabilitation, Gerontological Specialty, Inpatient Surgical, Intensive Care Unit (Medical/Surgical ICU), Neurosurgical, Obstetrics (OB/L&D), Ophthalmic Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery (Hospital), Outpatient Rehabilitation, Outpatient Surgery, Pediatric, Reconstructive Surgery, Surgical ICU, and Rehabilitation Unit
Rio Hondo Memorial Hospital
TJC
Major Teaching
For-Profit
Rio Hondo Memorial Hospital is an acute care hospital in Downey, CA (8300 E Telegraph Road) established in 1966; it is a 128-bed, for-profit, TJC-accredited major teaching facility. Clinical services cover inpatient and outpatient care including surgery and perioperative services, diagnostic radiology and nuclear medicine, acute renal dialysis, therapeutic radiology, pharmacy, respiratory care, rehabilitation therapies (physical, occupational, speech), and a swing-bed program, and departments include an emergency department, coronary care unit (CCU), medical/surgical ICU, inpatient surgical and pediatric units. The medical staff mix comprises physicians, advanced practice providers, nursing, allied health and support services, the hospital lists allopathic, osteopathic, dental, podiatric and other residency programs, and it operates with a workforce equivalent to approximately 285 full-time positions.
8300 E Telegraph Road, Downey, CA
128 certified beds Established 1966
SERVICES
Pharmacy
Acute Renal Dialysis
Anesthesia
Clinical Laboratory
Diagnostic Radiology
Departments
Coronary Care Unit (CCU), Emergency Department, Inpatient Surgical, Intensive Care Unit (Medical/Surgical ICU), Outpatient Surgery, and Pediatric
Pih Health Downey Hospital
CIHQ
Non-Profit
Pih Health Downey Hospital is an acute care hospital at 11500 Brookshire Avenue in Downey, CA, established in 1966; the non-profit facility is accredited by CIHQ and has 199 beds. Services span diagnostic imaging and laboratory (CT, MRI, PET, nuclear medicine, diagnostic radiology, clinical laboratory), perioperative and procedural support (11 operating rooms, postoperative recovery, anesthesia, endoscopy room), rehabilitation and therapy (CARF inpatient rehab, outpatient rehabilitation, physical, occupational, speech therapy), acute renal dialysis, respiratory care, pharmacy and social services. Departments include specialty and critical care programs such as a cardiac catheterization lab (1), coronary care unit, medical/surgical ICU and surgical ICU, NICU and neonatal nursery, emergency department, cardiothoracic and neurosurgical services, organ transplant (non‑Medicare certified) and multiple surgical specialties. The medical staff roster covers physicians, advanced practice clinicians, nursing and allied/support services, the hospital hosts Allopathic, Osteopathic, Dental, Podiatric and Other residency programs, and operates with a workforce equivalent to approximately 976 full‑time positions.
11500 Brookshire Avenue, Downey, CA
199 certified beds 11 operating rooms Established 1966
SERVICES
Pharmacy
Acute Renal Dialysis
Anesthesia
Clinical Laboratory
CT Scan
Departments
Cardiac Catheterization Lab, Open Heart / Cardiothoracic Surgery, CARF Inpatient Rehabilitation, Coronary Care Unit (CCU), Emergency Department, Inpatient Surgical, Intensive Care Unit (Medical/Surgical ICU), Neonatal ICU (NICU), Neonatal Nursery, Neurosurgical, Organ Transplant (Non-Medicare Certified), Obstetrics (OB/L&D), Ophthalmic Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery (Hospital), Outpatient Rehabilitation, Outpatient Surgery, Reconstructive Surgery, Surgical ICU, and Rehabilitation Unit