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Los Gatos Surgical Center

Ambulatory in Los Gatos, CA

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From 1 posting and the employer’s site · Employer research Jul 17, 2026Sources

The short version

Los Gatos Surgical Center is an ambulatory surgery center located in Los Gatos, California, specializing in outpatient same-day surgical procedures that do not require traditional hospitalization.

Employer research, Jul 17, 2026

Nursing here

Benefits

PRN positions, which constitute a significant portion of posted nursing openings, may have limited or no benefits.

The hard parts

  • Very low ratings for job security and advancement (1.5/5 on Indeed)

    Employer research, Jul 17, 2026

  • Low management ratings (1.5/5 on Indeed) with concerns about managerial support

    Employer research, Jul 17, 2026

  • Areas for improvement flagged include inclusive work environment and sense of belonging

    Employer research, Jul 17, 2026

  • Extremely limited review sample size makes it difficult to assess workplace culture reliably

    Employer research, Jul 17, 2026

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?
  • Which requirements must I meet before applying, and which can wait until after hire?

Living in Los Gatos, CA

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Nestled against the Santa Cruz foothills, Los Gatos pairs historic Almond Grove Victorians with trail runs along Los Gatos Creek. After shifts, grab wood-fired pizza at Oak & Rye or unwind beside Vasona Lake. While local rental inventory is tight, easy reverse commutes along Highway 85 make this tranquil, safe enclave a premier South Bay retreat.

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State price level · California
11% above the national average
State index 110.7 (100 = national)
Median gross rent
$3,247/mo
rent and tenant-paid utilities
Median household income
$217,554/yr
all local households, not nurse pay

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

Current openings at Los Gatos Surgical Center

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Los Gatos Surgical Center

Los Gatos, CA

PACU Nurse PRN

$72–$98/hr

  • RN
  • Per diem

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