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Licensed Practical Nurse
Company : Prime Healthcare Services
Location : Norwalk, CA, 90650
Job Type : Part Time, Per Diem, Full Time
Date Posted : 24 December 2025
Overview
At Centinela Hospital Medical Center, our dedicated team of professionals are committed to our core values of quality, compassion, and community. As a member of Prime Healthcare, a Top-15 hospital system in the United States, Centinela Hospital Medical Center is actively seeking new members to join its award-winning team!
Centinela Hospital Medical Center has been serving the communities of Inglewood and the wider Los Angeles area for 100 years. An award-winning facility, ranking in the top 5% nationally for quality and patient safety, Centinela Hospital is a 362-bed acute-care hospital with a 24-hour STEMI certified emergency department and primary stroke center, orthopedic care, advanced cardiac services, critical care services, inpatient and outpatient rehab programs, and more. Centinela has earned hundreds of national awards and recognitions, including "100 Top Hospital" recognition from Fortune/Merative and straight 'A's (2018-2022) for hospital safety from The Leapfrog Group. For more information, visit www.centinelamed.com.
Why Prime Healthcare? Centinela Hospital Medical Center; a member of Prime Healthcare, offers incredible opportunities to expand your horizons and be part of a community dedicated to making a difference.
Centinela Hospital Medical Center offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs.
Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to:
- Paid Time Off
- 401K retirement plan
- Outstanding Medical
- Dental
- Vision Coverage
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Many more Voluntary Benefit Options!
Benefits may vary based on collective bargaining agreement requirements and/or the employment status, i.e. full-time or part-time.
Responsibilities
The Registered Nurse is directly responsible for the care given to his/her assigned patients. He/She communicates with the physician about changes in the patient’s clinical condition including hemodynamic monitoring, results of diagnostic studies and abnormal results and symptomatology. Is able to respond quickly and accurately to changes in condition and/or response to treatment. Maintains patient privacy and confidentiality.
Qualifications
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING
1. Must have current and valid license as a Registered Nurse issued by the State of California.2. Basic Arrythmia Interpretation within 30 days of hire. 3. BCLS upon hire and maintain current.4. ACLS upon hire and maintain current.5. Previous Acute Care hospital experience preferred.6. Completion of Critical Care Course preferred7. Previous Critical Care experience preferred
To speak to a recruiter within 24 hours text: 310.981.7291 or scheudle a time to speak : https://calendly.com/wmatajimenez-primehealthcare/connect-with-wendy-clone-1
Pay Transparency
Centinela Hospital Medical Center offers competitive compensation and the current compensation range for this role is $56.63 to $56.63. Benefits may vary based on collective bargaining agreement requirements and/or the employment status. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.
Employment Status
Per DiemShift
DaysEqual Employment Opportunity
Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf
Privacy Notice
Privacy Notice for California Applicants: https://www.primehealthcare.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Notice-at-Collection-and-Privacy-Policy-for-California-Job-Applicants.pdf
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Frequently asked questions
Norwalk's healthcare sector shows steady demand for Licensed Practical Nurses, driven by facilities like Centinela Hospital. Candidates often face moderate competition, but possessing acute care experience or certifications such as ACLS can distinctly improve job prospects in this community-focused region.
Norwalk’s diverse population and urban setting foster a collaborative and patient-centered nursing environment. Licensed Practical Nurses here often engage with a wide demographic, requiring cultural sensitivity and adaptability, which enriches the professional experience compared to less urban healthcare settings.
Key skills include proficient patient monitoring, effective communication with physicians, and quick response to clinical changes. Licensed Practical Nurses must also master basic arrhythmia interpretation and maintain certifications like BCLS and ACLS to ensure high-quality acute care.
Licensed Practical Nurses have opportunities to advance via specialization in areas like critical care or pediatrics, or by pursuing RN licensure. Continuous education and hospital experience, especially in acute care environments, are crucial for broadening responsibilities and upward mobility.
Licensed Practical Nurses primarily focus on direct patient care, monitoring vital signs, and reporting clinical changes promptly. Unlike RNs, LPNs often provide more routine patient support but are vital in maintaining patient confidentiality and assisting with diagnostic assessments under supervision.
Prime Healthcare values LPNs as integral team members, emphasizing compassion and quality care. At Centinela Hospital, LPNs collaborate closely with RNs and physicians, contributing to patient safety initiatives and benefiting from structured professional development within this top-rated hospital system.
Licensed Practical Nurses at Prime Healthcare enjoy competitive pay, paid time off, extensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus tuition reimbursement. These tailored benefits foster work-life balance and professional growth, reinforcing employee commitment and retention in a demanding healthcare environment.
Licensed Practical Nurses at Centinela Hospital can expect a competitive hourly wage around $56.63, reflecting local market rates for acute care settings. Compensation considers experience, certifications, and licensure, with additional benefits enhancing total remuneration.
Certifications like BCLS, ACLS, and arrhythmia interpretation are highly valued in Norwalk hospitals. Completion of critical care courses and acute care experience further elevate an LPN’s profile, aligning with the region’s focus on advanced cardiac and stroke care.