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Arbor Hills Nursing Center

Nursing home in La Mesa, CA

  • Hiring rotating
  • New grads welcome on 1 role
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Arbor Hills Nursing Center workplace

From 1 posting and nurse reviews · Employer research Sep 18, 2026Sources

The short version

  1. The one opening we currently list here posts at a flat $45.00 an hour, so you can compare it against your current rate before you spend an evening on an application.

    For experienced nurses
    Sources
    From employer postingsAs of 2026-09-18
  2. A reviewer describes the day shift running 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM around floor care routines, with the building staffed across all shifts, which helps if you are planning a household schedule around a move.

    If you are moving here
    Sources
    As of 2015-03-30Source: indeed.com
  3. Staff reviews point to a collaborative floor and rewarding day-to-day contact with residents, the kind of setting where a first long-term care job is learned from the people beside you.

    For new grads
    Sources
    As of 2017-04-25Source: indeed.com

Who it fits

Best fit

  • New grads: the one role welcomes new grads

Nursing here

Scheduling

Day shift described as 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM for floor care routines; overall facility operates across all shifts.

Arbor Hills Nursing Center · employer research

Sources
As of 2015-03-30Source: indeed.com

Published pay and benefits

Hourly pay

$38.00/hr

Registered nurse reported average salary

As of 2026

Hourly pay

$33.75/hr

Licensed practical nurse reported average salary

As of 2026

Hourly pay

$18.10/hr

Nursing assistant reported average salary

As of 2026

Hourly pay

$34.50/hr

MDS coordinator reported average salary

As of 2026

What nurses say

Themes from public reviews

Summaries of published reviews, with the original sources.

Workload and Compensation
Staff note feeling overworked and underpaid, with concerns regarding favoritism and lack of appreciation.
Sources
As of 2021-11-24Source: indeed.com
Teamwork and Purpose
Employees praise the positive work atmosphere, strong team collaboration, and rewarding interactions with residents.
Sources
As of 2017-04-25Source: indeed.com
Management Support
Reviews diverge on leadership; some report supportive administration while others highlight unprofessional management.
Sources
As of 2020-02-07Source: indeed.com

The hard parts

  • Some staff reviews say they felt overworked and underpaid, and mention favoritism and thin appreciation; leadership reviews split between supportive and unprofessional.

    Sources
    As of 2021-11-24 · 2020-02-07Source: indeed.com

What to ask

  • How is base pay set for the role, and which differentials apply?
  • Which shifts are open, and what are the weekend, holiday and call rules?
  • How long is orientation, and will I have one preceptor?
  • What does a usual day’s workload look like?

Living in La Mesa, CA

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La Mesa, known as the "Jewel of the Hills," sits just east of San Diego with a relaxed suburban feel, tree-lined streets, and a charming downtown village. Nurses enjoy a sunny climate, easy freeway access to major hospital systems, and Mount Helix trails nearby for unwinding after shifts.

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State price level · California
11% above the national average
State index 110.7 (100 = national)
Median gross rent
$2,049/mo
rent and tenant-paid utilities
Median household income
$95,028/yr
all local households, not nurse pay

U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 Regional Price Parities · Census ACS 2024

Common questions

Does Arbor Hills Nursing Center hire new grads?

The one role welcomes new grads.

How do I apply?

Choose a role and press Apply. Your application comes to our team, we send it to Arbor Hills Nursing Center, and we tell you what happens next.

Current openings at Arbor Hills Nursing Center

Arbor Hills Nursing Center

La Mesa, CA

  • New grads welcomed · reported
  • RN
  • All shifts

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