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*Registered Nurse, RN - Emergency Services
Company : Centinela Hospital Medical Center
Location : Inglewood, CA, 90301
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 1 January 2026
Overview
Centinela Hospital Medical Center has been serving the communities of Inglewood and the wider Los Angeles area for nearly 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 emergency department and primary stroke center, orthopedic care, advanced cardiac services, critical care services, robotics surgery program, inpatient and outpatient rehab programs, labor and delivery, and more.
Join an award-winning team of dedicated professionals committed to our core values of quality, compassion and community!
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.
Celebrating Our Centinela Hospital Heroes
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.
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 accountable for the care given to patients in the Emergency Department. He / She communicates with the physician about the changes in the patients clinical condition including results of the diagnostic studies and symptomatology. Is able to respond quickly and accurately to changes in the condition and/or response to treatment. Is knowledgeable about EMTALA regulations and reporting of child/adult abuse to appropriate agencies.
Qualifications
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING
1. Current and valid CA RN License2. Minimum of one year as a staff nurse in an acute care hospital or E.R setting preferred.3. BCLS, ACLS upon hire and maintain current.4. PALS required within 30 days from date of hire.5. EDAP and EDAP II required within 6 months from date of hire.
Pay Transparency
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, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and 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. The current compensation range for this role is $41.21 to $58.88. 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
Full TimeShift
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
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Frequently asked questions
Inglewood’s healthcare environment features a diverse patient population with high emergency care demands, influenced by local demographics and community needs. Nurses here often encounter a fast-paced ER setting at Centinela Hospital, requiring adaptability to varied acute cases uncommon in less urbanized areas.
Beyond the required CA RN license, certifications like ACLS, BCLS, and PALS are essential. Given Centinela’s trauma and stroke center status, additional training such as EDAP and EDAP II within six months is strongly emphasized to meet local clinical standards.
Day shifts often involve handling a higher patient inflow, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams, and managing rapid clinical changes. Given Centinela’s acute-care and robotics surgery programs, ER nurses must balance emergency responsiveness with advanced procedural readiness.
Emergency Services RNs excel in swift clinical assessment, emergency protocols adherence, and multitasking under pressure. Mastery of EMTALA regulations and abuse reporting is critical, alongside maintaining certifications like ACLS and PALS to support critical care demands.
Centinela encourages professional growth through specialty certifications, leadership roles in trauma response teams, and participation in robotics surgery initiatives. Nurses can also leverage tuition reimbursement for further education, enhancing their expertise and career trajectory.
Inglewood's healthcare sector sees steady demand for qualified ER nurses due to population density and hospital reputation. Centinela attracts skilled candidates, making experience in acute care and certification compliance key factors in standing out during hiring.
The salary span ranges approximately from $41.21 to $58.88 per hour, reflecting factors like experience, credentials, and education. This competitive package also complements generous benefits including PTO, 401k, and medical coverage, aligning with regional nursing market standards.
Yes, Centinela provides a flexible benefits package allowing emergency nurses to customize options such as paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of voluntary benefits. This approach helps balance the demands of emergency nursing with personal and professional needs.