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AmbuServe offers medical, dental, and vision insurance to employees. Field personnel receive full uniforms.
The city
Gardena sits in Los Angeles County's South Bay region, offering a diverse suburban feel with convenient freeway access to medical centers across the greater LA area. The city is known for its strong Japanese-American cultural roots, local eateries, and mid-century residential streets. A practical home base for nurses seeking proximity to LA without central-city density.
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Who they are
AmbuServe Ambulance Service is a private ambulance services company founded in September 2000 and headquartered in Gardena, California. The company was established by President and CEO Melissa Harris with a focus on patient-centered service.
Originally offering basic life support (BLS) ambulance service to the greater South Bay area of Los Angeles County, AmbuServe has since expanded its service offerings to include advanced life support (paramedic) ambulance service, critical care transport service, and event medical coverage. The company's service area has grown to include the City of Los Angeles, Westside and central areas of Los Angeles, the City of Long Beach, and surrounding regions. The company also operates under the name AmbuServe Inc DBA Shoreline Ambulance. For nursing professionals, AmbuServe employs Critical Care Transport Registered Nurses (CCT-RNs) who provide patient care during inter-facility transports of unstable and critically ill or injured patients. CCT-RNs manage patients requiring a higher level of care during transport between healthcare facilities. The role requires a minimum of two years of critical care experience (ER or ICU) along with current California RN licensure and advanced cardiac life support certifications. This is a pre-hospital and transport nursing environment rather than a traditional hospital setting.
AmbuServe's stated vision is to remain focused on providing patient-centered service. The company emphasizes personal development and internal promotion, positioning itself as a place where employees can grow into leadership roles. The organization values hardworking, compassionate, and responsible individuals and strives to accommodate employees' personal life commitments through flexible scheduling.
Why nurses stay
Employee reviews on Indeed rate the company at 2.8 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews, with the lowest scores in management (2.3/5) and culture (2.3/5). Work-life balance received a moderate rating of 3.0/5, while pay and benefits scored 2.5/5. Reviewers identified areas for improvement including support from managers and creating a more supportive work environment. The limited available feedback suggests employees find the work itself energizing but may experience challenges with management support and workplace culture.
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