RN - ICU - Per Diem Day

Providence

Santa Monica, California

Posted Oct 20 · 1 year of experience

Shift and hours: Days
Unit and setting: ICU
License: RN licenseUpon hire: California Registered Nurse License
Term: Per Diem

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License: Upon hire: California Registered Nurse License Check your license
Certification: Upon hire: National Provider BLS - American Heart Association
Certification: National Provider ACLS - American Heart Association upon hire
Certification: National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale Certificate - NIH Stroke Scale Training Course upon hire
Certification: Upon hire: National Certification in area of specialty
Education: Graduation from an accredited nursing program.
Experience: 1 year of Nursing experience.
Also asks: Why Join Providence?
Also asks: Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our Mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.

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Providence nurses are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. You will thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best nurses, we must empower them. Learn why nurses choose to work at Providence by visiting our Nursing Institute page. Join our team at Saint Johns Health Center. As a Providence caregiver, you’ll apply your specialized training to deliver world-class health with human connection and make a difference every day through your extraordinary care.

Required Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited nursing program. Upon hire: California Registered Nurse License Upon hire: National Provider BLS - American Heart Association National Provider ACLS - American Heart Association upon hire National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale Certificate - NIH Stroke Scale Training Course upon hire 1 year of Nursing experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Upon hire: National Certification in area of specialty Why Join Providence? Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our Mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.

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In Santa Monica, CA

Santa Monica, CAFrom Census ACS 2024.

Living costs about 11% above the US average

Median rent: $2,402/mo
Household income: $114,885/yr, all local households, not nurse pay

Life in Santa Monica, CA

NeighborhoodsWithin Santa Monica, residential enclaves cater to distinct lifestyles. North of Montana is the city's quietest and most exclusive district, characterized by broad, manicured residential streets, while Wilshire-Montana strikes a balance with walkable access to retail and dining. Ocean Park offers a laid-back, community-oriented atmosphere centered around Main Street, and Sunset Park provides a mellow residential setting near the municipal airport. For healthcare workers seeking lower housing costs, neighboring communities such as Palms, Mar Vista, and Culver City are frequent alternatives that offer manageable travel times into Santa Monica.

Within Santa Monica, residential enclaves cater to distinct lifestyles. North of Montana is the city's quietest and most exclusive district, characterized by broad, manicured residential streets, while Wilshire-Montana strikes a balance with walkable access to retail and dining.

Ocean Park offers a laid-back, community-oriented atmosphere centered around Main Street, and Sunset Park provides a mellow residential setting near the municipal airport. For healthcare workers seeking lower housing costs, neighboring communities such as Palms, Mar Vista, and Culver City are frequent alternatives that offer manageable travel times into Santa Monica.

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As of Sep 16, 2026Source 1: got2move.com Source 2: quora.com Source 3: youtube.com Source 4: apartments.com

Getting aroundSanta Monica functions as a self-contained municipal hub with its own Big Blue Bus network and the Metro E Line light rail connecting downtown Santa Monica eastward through Palms, Culver City, and into Downtown Los Angeles. Commutes within Santa Monica or from immediate neighbors like Venice and Mar Vista can easily be handled by bike, scooter, or short bus trips. However, vehicle commutes traveling east-west on major arteries face severe congestion during late afternoon rush hours, and local streets near the coast experience heavy traffic and tight parking during peak tourist seasons.

Santa Monica functions as a self-contained municipal hub with its own Big Blue Bus network and the Metro E Line light rail connecting downtown Santa Monica eastward through Palms, Culver City, and into Downtown Los Angeles. Commutes within Santa Monica or from immediate neighbors like Venice and Mar Vista can easily be handled by bike, scooter, or short bus trips.

However, vehicle commutes traveling east-west on major arteries face severe congestion during late afternoon rush hours, and local streets near the coast experience heavy traffic and tight parking during peak tourist seasons.

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As of Sep 16, 2026Source 1: rubyhome.com Source 2: quora.com Source 3: quora.com

OutdoorsOutdoor recreation is central to daily life, headlined by miles of shoreline along Santa Monica State Beach and the oceanfront Marvin Braude Bike Trail. Palisades Park stretches along the coastal bluffs providing sunset vistas, while Tongva Park and the Annenberg Community Beach House offer public recreational green space and seaside pools. Fitness enthusiasts frequent the historic Original Muscle Beach for outdoor gymnastics, and nearby trailheads in the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area provide challenging coastal ridge hikes.

Outdoor recreation is central to daily life, headlined by miles of shoreline along Santa Monica State Beach and the oceanfront Marvin Braude Bike Trail. Palisades Park stretches along the coastal bluffs providing sunset vistas, while Tongva Park and the Annenberg Community Beach House offer public recreational green space and seaside pools.

Fitness enthusiasts frequent the historic Original Muscle Beach for outdoor gymnastics, and nearby trailheads in the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area provide challenging coastal ridge hikes.

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As of Sep 16, 2026Source 1: santamonica.com Source 2: santamonicapier.org Source 3: santamonicahotel.com Source 4: reddit.com

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Living in Santa Monica

Santa Monica delivers a rare blend of coastal recreation, urban walkability, and civic infrastructure that sets it apart from both sprawling Los Angeles and smaller beach towns. For healthcare professionals, living here means morning runs along the bluffs of Palisades Park, cycling down the Marvin Braude Bike Trail, and dining at celebrated spots like Rustic Canyon and Cassia without battling freeway traffic. The city offers dependable public transit through the Big Blue Bus system and the Metro E Line, enabling straightforward access for shift work or trips eastward. Residential pockets range from the peaceful, tree-lined streets of North of Montana to the creative pulse of Ocean Park and the grounded residential character of Sunset Park. The essential tradeoff is navigating a highly competitive housing market, dense tourist crowds around the Santa Monica Pier during summer months, and heavy regional traffic on east-west corridors. For nurses who prioritize coastal living and short commutes to Westside medical facilities, Santa Monica offers an exceptional daily quality of life.

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