Balboa Nursing & Rehab Center
Nursing Home · San Diego, CA
- 5
- open roles, live count
- $44k–$104k/yr
- posted pay across 5 roles
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What the day-to-day looks like
- Setting
- Nursing Home
- Shifts hiring now
- Nights 1
The city
Living in San Diego, CA
Swap snow boots for dawn patrol at Pacific Beach before shifts at UC San Diego Health. San Diego's cost of living runs about 12% above the national average, but California nursing wages, 70 miles of coastline, and Balboa Park make the premium work—especially when January means outdoor tacos in Barrio Logan, not windshield ice.
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- Metro price level · San Diego area
- 12% above the national average
- BEA index 111.9 (100 = national)
- Median gross rent
- $2,313/mo
- rent and tenant-paid utilities
- Median household income
- $108,077/yr
- all local households, not nurse pay
U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 metro Regional Price Parities · Census ACS 2024
Who they are
Balboa Nursing & Rehabilitation Center is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility located in the Bankers Hill neighborhood of San Diego, California (92103). The facility serves the geriatric population, providing comprehensive nursing and therapy services.
- Nursing Home · San Diego
- Hiring nights
More about Balboa Nursing & Rehab Center
It holds a four-star Medicare rating, though one job description references it as a '5 STAR facility,' creating a slight discrepancy in quality indicators. The facility's website emphasizes quality care and intentional service as its core focus. Nursing roles available include Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs), Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs), Registered Nurses (RNs), and specialized positions such as Admissions Nurse. The facility operates with multiple shift options including PM (3:00 PM - 11:00 PM) and NOC (11:00 PM - 7:00 AM) shifts, and utilizes a 4/2 scheduling cycle (4 days working, 2 days off). Charting is done through Point Click Care (PCC). Employee reviews indicate a workforce that finds clear purpose in the work but has noted areas needing improvement in management support, inclusivity, and compensation.
The organization states a focus on 'quality care and intentional service.' Their careers page emphasizes making a difference 'one person at a time' and promoting healing and recovery through varied activities and events programming, ensuring residents have the opportunity to 'live life to their fullest potential.' The facility describes itself as committed to delivering compassionate, high-quality care in a supportive environment.
Working here
Culture and working life
What to consider
Indeed reports an overall rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars based on 34 reviews. Detailed ratings: Work-life balance 3.3/5, Pay and benefits 2.9/5, Job security and advancement 3.2/5, Management 2.9/5, Culture 3.1/5. Employees highlighted fair pay for the job, ability to learn new things, and a clear sense of purpose as positives. Areas flagged for improvement include sense of belonging, support from managers, and an inclusive work environment. Job titles represented in reviews include Nursing Assistant, Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, Licensed Vocational Nurse, Registered Nurse, and Office Manager.
The good
- Clear sense of purpose reported by employees
- Opportunities to learn new things on the job
- Structured 4/2 scheduling cycle providing predictable days off
- Multiple shift options including PM and NOC
- Four-star Medicare-rated facility indicating quality standards
- Diverse nursing role opportunities including Admissions Nurse specialty
The hard parts
- Pay and benefits rated below average at 2.9 out of 5
- Management rated low at 2.9 out of 5 by employees
- Employees report lack of sense of belonging and inclusive work environment
- Limited support from managers cited as an area for improvement
The reality check
Before you decide
Quick facts
- Relationship
- Direct employer
- Roles last seen active
- Aug 16, 2026
- Website
- balboahc.com ↗
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Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - WEEKEND ONLY PM, & NOC
$21/hr
Balboa Nursing & Rehab CenterSan Diego, CA
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