You would develop awareness of residents' interests and needs, and assist residents to maximize their independence and participation by providing exemplary care to residents ranging from basic needs, to activities of daily living, to recreational activities.
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On the one posting we have, the hourly rate is listed at $21.00 with no range above or below that figure. Sign-on bonus, housing stipend, and travel contract details do not appear on that posting. City of Hope is a…
Our Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) actively incorporate our "Philosophy for Person-Directed Care." You would develop awareness of residents' interests and needs, and assist residents to maximize their independence and participation by providing exemplary care to residents ranging from basic needs, to activities of daily living, to recreational activities. You would help create a safe environment in which to provide resident care.
Neighborhoods+Within Duarte, residential pockets include the foothill enclave of Las Lomas, recognized for custom properties and elevated views, alongside more established, accessible central areas like Butler. Commuting healthcare workers also frequently explore North Duarte and tracts near Interstate 210, or look just across municipal borders into neighboring Monrovia neighborhoods such as Canyon Park and Gold Hills.
Within Duarte, residential pockets include the foothill enclave of Las Lomas, recognized for custom properties and elevated views, alongside more established, accessible central areas like Butler. Commuting healthcare workers also frequently explore North Duarte and tracts near Interstate 210, or look just across municipal borders into neighboring Monrovia neighborhoods such as Canyon Park and Gold Hills.
Getting around+Healthcare personnel commuting to the City of Hope benefit from the dedicated Metro rail stop directly serving the campus, providing rail connectivity across the San Gabriel Valley and broader Los Angeles county. Drivers primarily navigate Interstate 210, experiencing average commute times of roughly 29 minutes, though those choosing to reside further east in Riverside or San Bernardino counties face significantly longer freeway drives.
Healthcare personnel commuting to the City of Hope benefit from the dedicated Metro rail stop directly serving the campus, providing rail connectivity across the San Gabriel Valley and broader Los Angeles county. Drivers primarily navigate Interstate 210, experiencing average commute times of roughly 29 minutes, though those choosing to reside further east in Riverside or San Bernardino counties face significantly longer freeway drives.
Outdoors+Outdoor recreation centers on the adjacent foothills, with local trekkers taking on Mount Bliss for panoramic vistas across the San Gabriel Mountains. The region offers year-round hiking and foothill trail access directly bordering the northern edge of the city.
Outdoor recreation centers on the adjacent foothills, with local trekkers taking on Mount Bliss for panoramic vistas across the San Gabriel Mountains. The region offers year-round hiking and foothill trail access directly bordering the northern edge of the city.
Check the commute at your shift’s start and end, upfront housing costs, and whether moving assistance must be repaid if you leave.
Living in Duarte
Nestled directly against the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains, Duarte is defined by its role as the home of City of Hope, a world-class comprehensive cancer center and research institution. For healthcare professionals relocating here, the community offers a distinct balance of quiet suburban life with exceptional transit connectivity, courtesy of a dedicated Metro rail stop directly serving the medical campus and quick access to Interstate 210. Daily life revolves around the outdoors, from challenging hikes up Mount Bliss to Friday evenings spent enjoying live music and fresh produce at the neighboring Monrovia Farmers Market and Street Fair. Housing options span central apartment communities and townhomes in neighborhoods like Butler up to premium foothill residences in Las Lomas. The trade-off lies in the tight, competitive Southern California housing market, leading some colleagues to rent initially or weigh trade-offs against longer inland commutes. For nurses seeking minimal commute friction and a calm foothill setting, Duarte delivers genuine convenience.
