Torrance Memorial Medical Center
Community hospital in Torrance, CA
- 588 beds
- Hiring days and nights
From 2 postings and the employer’s site · Employer research Jul 5, 2026Sources
The short version
Torrance Memorial Medical Center is a 588-bed nonprofit hospital founded in 1925 by Jared Sidney and Helena Childs Torrance, serving the South Bay, Peninsula, and Harbor communities of Los Angeles County for over 100 years.
Employer research, Jul 5, 2026
Nursing here
- Recognition
Magnet recognized
Torrance Memorial Medical Center · employer research
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The hard parts
One of the busiest Emergency Departments in the region, which may indicate high patient volume and acuity demands on nursing staff
Employer research, Jul 5, 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 is the usual patient load, and how often do nurses float?
- Which requirements must I meet before applying, and which can wait until after hire?
Living in Torrance, CA
Torrance sits in the South Bay region of Los Angeles County, offering a balanced suburban feel with coastal proximity. Spanning roughly 20 square miles, it provides a quieter alternative to central LA. Major medical employers are nearby, making it practical for nurses seeking Southern California living without dense urban congestion.
Browse roles in Torrance- State price level · California
- 11% above the national average
- State index 110.7 (100 = national)
- Median gross rent
- $2,280/mo
- rent and tenant-paid utilities
- Median household income
- $116,217/yr
- all local households, not nurse pay
U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 Regional Price Parities · Census ACS 2024
Common questions
Which shifts are open?
Of the 2 roles with a stated shift, 1 is a day shift and 1 is a night shift.
Which units are hiring?
Mother baby (1) and OR (1).
How do I apply?
Choose a role and press Apply. Your application comes to our team, we send it to Torrance Memorial Medical Center, and we tell you what happens next.
Current openings at Torrance Memorial Medical Center
RN Mother Baby FT NIGHTS
$55–$80/hr
- Magnet-designated
- RN
- Night shift
- ADN accepted
- Magnet-designated
- RN
- Day shift
Sources
- torrancememorial.org
Employer website
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