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Operating Room Travel Nursing Jobs in Los Angeles, CA for RNs

Find Top RN Operating Room Travel Nursing Jobs in Los Angeles, California

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Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Anaheim, California – 92806
    Distance from Los Angeles: 24 miles
  • 8 D,
  • July 15, 2025
  • 13
$2,308 to $2,544
Weekly Pay*
55 bed OR unit and 6 beds in the surgery center Daily census is 55
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Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Upland, California – 91786
    Distance from Los Angeles: 34 miles
  • 8 E,
  • June 23, 2025
  • 13
$2,114 to $2,330
Weekly Pay*
Featuring advanced technology in addition to compassionate care, this esteemed Operating Room (OR) unit is looking to welcome a new member to its nursing team. Innovative care teams deliver optimal care to their patients at this cutting-edge facility. You can expect to work on complex cases with a driven team of passionate Operating Room (OR) professionals, utilizing the best patient care models.
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Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Oxnard, California – 93030
    Distance from Los Angeles: 54 miles
  • 12 D,
  • June 23, 2025
  • 13
$2,402 to $2,647
Weekly Pay*
Featuring advanced technology in addition to compassionate care, this esteemed Operating Room (OR) unit is looking to welcome a new member to its nursing team. Innovative care teams deliver optimal care to their patients at this cutting-edge facility. You can expect to work on complex cases with a driven team of passionate Operating Room (OR) professionals, utilizing the best patient care models.
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Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Hanford, California – 93230
    Distance from Los Angeles: 176 miles
  • 8 E,
  • June 23, 2025
  • 13
$2,391 to $2,635
Weekly Pay*
This department includes all functions related to operating room services, including intraoperative patient care. It also may include perfusion services, inpatient and/or outpatient services, and other operating room support functions. It does not include PACU, anesthesia functions, pre op holding, and/or central sterile functions. If your department is operating as a combined department with all surgery services combined, please notify FP&A and we can map it to “Surgical Services Combined Without Anesthesia” to provide you with an appropriate benchmark. Located in a tight-knit community in Kings County, Adventist Health Hanford has been serving the Central Valley since 1965. We are comprised of a 173-bed hospital and many outpatient clinics with primary and specialty care services. Hanford residents are proud of their city’s historic charm and family-friendly atmosphere. Within an hour’s travel time, Yosemite, Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks can be enjoyed. Job Summary: Assists the surgical team in the preparation of surgical procedures in the operating room. Prepares surgical cases by creating and maintaining a sterile field, retracting and passing instruments, supplies and medications to surgeons during cases. Performs a variety of technical skills, including the maintenance of supplies. Job Requirements: Education and Work Experience: High School Education/GED or equivalent: Preferred Associate?s/Technical Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Preferred Scrub technician experience: Preferred Operating room experience and/or training course: Preferred Licenses/Certifications: Surgery Technician certification: Preferred Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) or Basic Life Support (BLS OR HS-BLS OR RQIBLS) certification: Required Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification: Preferred Essential Functions: Prepares for each surgical case by accurately checking required supplies and equipment prior to case. Assembles appropriate supplies/equipment prior to operative procedures. Reviews equipment inventory for specialty as assigned. Sets up operative instrumentation/sterile field for expedient retrieval/utilization. Collects data on assigned surgical cases by the unit based Performance Standards of Care. Cleans equipment and facilities as necessary. Performs housekeeping duties as requested. Transports patients according to unit schedules and priorities. Provides clerical duties. Completes instrument, sponge, needle and blade counts with the Registered Nurse (RN) according to established standards. Sets up/maintains neat and orderly sterile field demonstrating careful attention to aseptic technique. Labels solutions according to established standards. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
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Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Hanford, California – 93230
    Distance from Los Angeles: 176 miles
  • 12 D, 12 E, 12 N,
  • June 30, 2025
  • 13
$2,082 to $2,295
Weekly Pay*
This department includes all functions related to operating room services, including intraoperative patient care. It also may include perfusion services, inpatient and/or outpatient services, and other operating room support functions. It does not include PACU, anesthesia functions, pre op holding, and/or central sterile functions. If your department is operating as a combined department with all surgery services combined, please notify FP&A and we can map it to “Surgical Services Combined Without Anesthesia” to provide you with an appropriate benchmark. Located in a tight-knit community in Kings County, Adventist Health Hanford has been serving the Central Valley since 1965. We are comprised of a 173-bed hospital and many outpatient clinics with primary and specialty care services. Hanford residents are proud of their city’s historic charm and family-friendly atmosphere. Within an hour’s travel time, Yosemite, Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks can be enjoyed. Job Summary: Assists the surgical team in the preparation of surgical procedures in the operating room. Prepares surgical cases by creating and maintaining a sterile field, retracting and passing instruments, supplies and medications to surgeons during cases. Performs a variety of technical skills, including the maintenance of supplies. Job Requirements: Education and Work Experience: High School Education/GED or equivalent: Preferred Associate?s/Technical Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Preferred Scrub technician experience: Preferred Operating room experience and/or training course: Preferred Licenses/Certifications: Surgery Technician certification: Preferred Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) or Basic Life Support (BLS OR HS-BLS OR RQIBLS) certification: Required Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification: Preferred Essential Functions: Prepares for each surgical case by accurately checking required supplies and equipment prior to case. Assembles appropriate supplies/equipment prior to operative procedures. Reviews equipment inventory for specialty as assigned. Sets up operative instrumentation/sterile field for expedient retrieval/utilization. Collects data on assigned surgical cases by the unit based Performance Standards of Care. Cleans equipment and facilities as necessary. Performs housekeeping duties as requested. Transports patients according to unit schedules and priorities. Provides clerical duties. Completes instrument, sponge, needle and blade counts with the Registered Nurse (RN) according to established standards. Sets up/maintains neat and orderly sterile field demonstrating careful attention to aseptic technique. Labels solutions according to established standards. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
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Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Merced, California – 95340
    Distance from Los Angeles: 257 miles
  • 12 D,
  • July 14, 2025
  • 13
$2,596 to $2,861
Weekly Pay*
Featuring advanced technology in addition to compassionate care, this esteemed Operating Room (OR) unit is looking to welcome a new member to its nursing team. Innovative care teams deliver optimal care to their patients at this cutting-edge facility. You can expect to work on complex cases with a driven team of passionate Operating Room (OR) professionals, utilizing the best patient care models.
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Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Redwood City, California – 94063
    Distance from Los Angeles: 326 miles
  • 8 E,
  • July 15, 2025
  • 13
$2,399 to $2,643
Weekly Pay*
Exclusive order to AMN Under the management of a major hospital system this location specializes in services that include cardiology, chronic conditions management, and neuro-interventional radiology. Located in beautiful Redwood City, this medical center includes our hospital and several outpatient facilities. Only 27 miles from downtown San Francisco, Redwood City offers Theater, music, dance, cultural arts, and more make this an inviting community for the entire region. Enjoy 13 weeks of exploration on your next 13 week assignment. The OR unit of this hospital provides surgical services in the following areas: Neurosurgical, Functional Neurosurgery, Orthopedics, General Surgery, Gynecology, Urology, ENT. Traveler will need to have experience in scrub and circulate.
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Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Redwood City, California – 94063
    Distance from Los Angeles: 326 miles
  • 8 D,
  • July 15, 2025
  • 13
$2,399 to $2,643
Weekly Pay*
Exclusive order to AMN Under the management of a major hospital system this location specializes in services that include cardiology, chronic conditions management, and neuro-interventional radiology. Located in beautiful Redwood City, this medical center includes our hospital and several outpatient facilities. Only 27 miles from downtown San Francisco, Redwood City offers Theater, music, dance, cultural arts, and more make this an inviting community for the entire region. Enjoy 13 weeks of exploration on your next 13 week assignment. The OR unit of this hospital provides surgical services in the following areas: Neurosurgical, Functional Neurosurgery, Orthopedics, General Surgery, Gynecology, Urology, ENT. Traveler will need to have experience in scrub and circulate.
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Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Emeryville, California – 94608
    Distance from Los Angeles: 345 miles
  • 10 D,
  • June 30, 2025
  • 13
$1,911 to $2,106
Weekly Pay*
ob Description: A Brief Overview: The Clinical Nurse (CN) is an RN who provides hands-on care to patients, practicing in an evidence-based manner, within the Scope of Practice of the California Nursing Practice Act, regulatory requirements, standards of care, and hospital policies. Within that role, the CN performs all steps of the nursing process, including assessing patients; interpreting data; planning, implementing, and evaluating care; coordinating care with other providers; and teaching the patient and family the knowledge and skills needed to manage their care and prevent complications. The CN partners with the patient’s family wherever possible, considering all aspects of care, to deliver family centered care. As a professional, monitors the quality of nursing care provided. The Clinical Nurse is responsible for his/her own professional development, including licensure, Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, and maintaining current knowledge regarding the assigned patient population. As a member of the nursing profession, the Clinical Nurse contributes to the profession of nursing through such activities as teaching others, sharing expertise In unit or hospital.
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Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Reno, Nevada – 89520
    Distance from Los Angeles: 388 miles
  • 12 D,
  • June 30, 2025
  • 13
$1,689 to $1,861
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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Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Tuba City, Arizona – 86045
    Distance from Los Angeles: 421 miles
  • 10 D,
  • July 14, 2025
  • 13
$2,245 to $2,474
Weekly Pay*
Featuring advanced technology in addition to compassionate care, this esteemed Operating Room (OR) unit is looking to welcome a new member to its nursing team. Innovative care teams deliver optimal care to their patients at this cutting-edge facility. You can expect to work on complex cases with a driven team of passionate Operating Room (OR) professionals, utilizing the best patient care models.
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Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Tucson, Arizona – 85755
    Distance from Los Angeles: 442 miles
  • 10 D,
  • June 30, 2025
  • 13
$1,612 to $1,777
Weekly Pay*
Featuring advanced technology in addition to compassionate care, this esteemed Operating Room (OR) unit is looking to welcome a new member to its nursing team. Innovative care teams deliver optimal care to their patients at this cutting edge facility. You can expect to work on complex cases with a driven team of passionate Operating Room (OR) professionals, utilizing the best patient care models.
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Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Tucson, Arizona – 85755
    Distance from Los Angeles: 442 miles
  • 10 D,
  • July 7, 2025
  • 13
$1,612 to $1,777
Weekly Pay*
Featuring advanced technology in addition to compassionate care, this esteemed Operating Room (OR) unit is looking to welcome a new member to its nursing team. Innovative care teams deliver optimal care to their patients at this cutting edge facility. You can expect to work on complex cases with a driven team of passionate Operating Room (OR) professionals, utilizing the best patient care models.
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Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Redding, California – 96001
    Distance from Los Angeles: 506 miles
  • 10 D,
  • June 23, 2025
  • 13
$1,794 to $1,977
Weekly Pay*
Featuring advanced technology in addition to compassionate care, this esteemed Operating Room (OR) unit is looking to welcome a new member to its nursing team. Innovative care teams deliver optimal care to their patients at this cutting-edge facility. You can expect to work on complex cases with a driven team of passionate Operating Room (OR) professionals, utilizing the best patient care models.
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Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Farmington, New Mexico – 87401
    Distance from Los Angeles: 594 miles
  • 10 D,
  • June 30, 2025
  • 13
$1,948 to $2,147
Weekly Pay*
A 198 bed, level III trauma center including state-of-the-art operating suites Provides healthcare to the Four Corners region of New Mexico, Arizona, Colorado, and Utah Services include medical , surgical, and rehabilitation. T he hospital also provides a childbirth center, cancer center, nephrology unit, pediatric unit, inpatient behavioral health unit, day surgery center, and extensive imaging and lab testing services. PCI , Mammography and Laboratory awarded a ccreditation Top 20 Most Beautiful Hospitals in the U.S. Reputation 800 Award in Healthcare Farmington, New Mexico Located in the beautiful San Juan River Valley in northwest New Mexico Features three rivers, four golf courses, five lakes and six National Parks and thousands of acres for off-roading! Farmington offers travelers the opportunity for a unique and adventurous getaway in an affordable and friendly community. Lots of attractions- hiking beautiful landscape, kayaking, historical sight seeing 1 hour driving to Durango, CO and 3 hour drive to Albuquerque, NM
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Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Durango, Colorado – 81301
    Distance from Los Angeles: 623 miles
  • 12 D,
  • July 10, 2025
  • 13
$2,239 to $2,468
Weekly Pay*
As a valued member of this Operating Room (OR) unit, you can expect to care for patients with a wide range of conditions, even very complex cases. The respected members of this Operating Room (OR) unit are looking for a team-playing, compassionate RN to join their ranks. This position presents an excellent opportunity to provide optimal patient as a member of an elite team of caregivers.
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Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Twin Falls, Idaho – 83301
    Distance from Los Angeles: 623 miles
  • 10 D,
  • June 23, 2025
  • 13
$1,928 to $2,125
Weekly Pay*
Featuring advanced technology in addition to compassionate care, this esteemed Operating Room (OR) unit is looking to welcome a new member to its nursing team. Innovative care teams deliver optimal care to their patients at this cutting-edge facility. You can expect to work on complex cases with a driven team of passionate Operating Room (OR) professionals, utilizing the best patient care models.
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Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Albuquerque, New Mexico – 87106
    Distance from Los Angeles: 663 miles
  • 12 E,
  • July 7, 2025
  • 12
$1,995 to $2,199
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding Operating Room unit, based in exciting Albuquerque is looking for the right technician 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 – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Albuquerque, New Mexico – 87106
    Distance from Los Angeles: 663 miles
  • 12 E,
  • June 28, 2025
  • 13
$1,889 to $2,082
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding Operating Room unit, based in exciting Albuquerque is looking for the right technician 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 – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Albuquerque, New Mexico – 87106
    Distance from Los Angeles: 663 miles
  • 12 D,
  • July 21, 2025
  • 12
$1,889 to $2,082
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding Operating Room unit, based in exciting Albuquerque is looking for the right technician 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 – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Albuquerque, New Mexico – 87106
    Distance from Los Angeles: 663 miles
  • 12 D,
  • July 21, 2025
  • 12
$1,889 to $2,082
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding Operating Room unit, based in exciting Albuquerque is looking for the right technician 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 – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Caldwell, Idaho – 83605
    Distance from Los Angeles: 669 miles
  • 12 D,
  • June 23, 2025
  • 13
$1,826 to $2,013
Weekly Pay*
6 suite OR at 150 bed community hospital located in southern ID, about 30 miles west of Boise. Typical procedures here are Ortho, Spine, Neuro, Urology, GYN, Bariatrics, ENT, and General. Caldwell, located on the beautiful Boise River, is the western entrance to the magnificent and picturesque Treasure Valley. The Canyon County Fair, the Caldwell Night Rodeo (a national top 5 ranked event) and the Buckaroo Breakfast are just a few of the places and events celebrated by the City of Caldwell. While you’re here, the Idaho wine industry is an ever-growing attraction which simply cannot be missed!
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Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Boise, Idaho – 83706
    Distance from Los Angeles: 670 miles
  • 12 D,
  • June 30, 2025
  • 13
$1,851 to $2,040
Weekly Pay*
Featuring advanced technology in addition to compassionate care, this esteemed Operating Room (OR) unit is looking to welcome a new member to its nursing team. Innovative care teams deliver optimal care to their patients at this cutting edge facility. You can expect to work on complex cases with a driven team of passionate Operating Room (OR) professionals, utilizing the best patient care models.
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Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room
  • Las Cruces, New Mexico – 88011
    Distance from Los Angeles: 673 miles
  • 8 E,
  • June 16, 2025
  • 13
$1,738 to $1,915
Weekly Pay*
The circulating nurse in the OR is responsible for patient safety, documentation, workflow coordination and sterile field support during surgical procedures. Featuring advanced technology in addition to compassionate care, this esteemed Operating Room (OR) unit is looking to welcome a new member to its nursing team. You can expect to work on complex cases with a driven team of passionate Operating Room (OR) professionals, utilizing the best patient care models. – 168 bed community hospital located in South/Central NM; about 3hrs from Albq, 4 hours east of Tucson – Accredited Chest Pain Center, Joint Replacement Center and Stroke Center. Campus offers minimally invasive and robotic-assisted surgery, and a Wound Care Center
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Statistics on OR RN Jobs in Los Angeles, California

Here are some helpful statistics about OR traveling nurse jobs in & near Los Angeles. The data is based on the last three complete months of OR job postings in the Los Angeles and nearby areas. It is updated regularly, so you can find the most recent Operating Room job salary trends, the types of shifts, and contract durations most commonly available in Los Angeles and more. Find out more about travel nursing salaries.

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FAQs About Travel OR Nursing Jobs for RNs in Los Angeles, CA

What types of shifts are most common for OR travel jobs in Los Angeles?

Based on the last 6 months of travel nurse jobs data, 12 Hour Evening shifts were the most common in Los Angeles and surrounding areas.

How much does a day shift Operating Room nurse make on average in Los Angeles and nearby cities?

A: A 12 Hour Day shift Operating Room nurse in Los Angeles can make an average of $2,290 per week based on recent job availability.

How much does a night shift Operating Room nurse make on average in Los Angeles and nearby cities?

A: A 12 Hour Night shift Operating Room nurse in Los Angeles can make an average of $2,309 per week based on recent job availability data.

What hospitals and healthcare facilities have Operating Room staff in or near Los Angeles?

  • Kaiser – Los Angeles Medical Center in Los Angeles
  • California Hospital Medical Center in Los Angeles
  • Adventist Health White Memorial in Los Angeles
  • St. Francis Medical Center in Lynwood (8.6 miles from Los Angeles)
  • Kaiser Baldwin Park in Baldwin Park (16.3 miles from Los Angeles)
  • St. John’s Regional Medical Center in Oxnard (54.3 miles from Los Angeles)

What is the most common contract for Operating Room travel jobs in Los Angeles?

Based on recent data, the most common duration for a Operating Room job in Los Angeles is 13 weeks.

Locating Operating Room Travel Nursing Jobs in Los Angeles

In Los Angeles, facilities like Kaiser – Los Angeles Medical Center , California Hospital Medical Center and Adventist Health White Memorial, all offer OR departments. It’s a great city to work in and nearby to neighborhoods like Los Feliz (zip code 90027), Silver Lake (zip code 90026) and Hollywood (zip code 90028) neighborhoods.

Other popular cities near Los Angeles’s OR job opportunities are Huntington Park (5 miles), Glendale (6.3 miles) and Montebello (8.5 miles). These are near to zip codes: 90262 (8.6 miles), 91706 (16.3 miles) and 93030 (54.3 miles).

Los Angeles Hospitals With OR Departments

There are 3 hospitals & healthcare facilities that have OR nurses in Los Angeles. Sometimes it is useful to see what types of shifts, contract durations, and travel nurse housing in nearby neighborhoods each facility might offer in order to find the right opportunity for your next traveling OR nurse position in or nearby Los Angeles.

Adventist Health Glendale
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
8 wks, 10 wks, 11 wks, 12 wks, 13 wks, 14 wks, 16 wks, 24 wks, 26 wks, and 52 wks
Address
1509 Wilson Terrace
Glendale, CA 91206
Nearby Neighborhoods
Adams Square (91205), North Glendale (91202), Sepulveda (91201), Sparr Heights (91208), Verdugo City (91046)
Adventist Health White Memorial
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
8 wks, 10 wks, 12 wks, 13 wks, 14 wks, 15 wks, 16 wks, 20 wks, 26 wks, 36 wks, and 52 wks
Address
1720 Cesar E. Chavez Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90033
Nearby Neighborhoods
Brooklyn Heights (90033), Aliso Village (90013), Pico Gardens (90033), Taylor Junction (90012), Mission Junction (90012)
Glendale Memorial Hospital and Health Center
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 10 E, 12 D, and 12 N
Job Durations
13 wks
Address
1420 South Central Avenue
Glendale, CA 91204
Nearby Neighborhoods
Adams Square (91205), North Glendale (91202), Sepulveda (91201), Sparr Heights (91208), Verdugo City (91046)
St. Francis Medical Center
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
13 wks and 49 wks
Address
3630 East Imperial Highway
Lynwood, CA 90262
* Estimate of payments is intended for informational purposes and includes hourly wages, as well as reimbursements for meal & incidental expenses and housing expenses incurred on behalf of the Company. Please speak with a recruiter for additional details.