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ICU RN

Overview

Travel contract for an experienced ICU nurse in Glendale, California.
Contract length: 13 weeks.
Shift: 12-hour days, 36 hours per week.

Unit

ICU/CCU
12-bed ICU or 12-bed CCU

Required Qualifications

Active BLS
Active ACLS
Active NIH
Active CA License
2 full years of ICU experience

Preferred Qualifications

EKG dysrhythmia course (advanced)

Clinical Details

Ratios: 1:1 or 1:2
Charge nurse: yes, no patient assignment
Nurse aides: no
Weekend requirement: every other weekend
Holidays: worked in with permanent staff rotation
Scrub color: navy
Tele/monitor techs: GE; RN staff read and interpret strips
Drips used: cardiozem, diprovan, amio, dopamine, dobutamine, fentanyl, versed
Vents: yes
Hospitalist or intensivist in house: no; all independent physicians
IV team: no
RT 24/7: yes
Pharmacy 24/7: yes

Floating

Staff float between ICU and CCU and possibly tele.
May also float to the ER if willing; training provided if desired.
First to float.

Patient Population

ICU: sepsis, CHF, COPD, vented patients, no CRRT
CCU: balloon pumps, post-cath, open heart, lobectomies, thrombectomies that have gone bad, spinals
Travelers cannot take any open heart or balloon pumps

Orientation

2 to 3 shifts on unit
1 shift of orientation on tele if needed
3 shifts of orientation in the ER if floating there

Facility

Glendale Memorial Hospital & Health Center

3.8rating(17 reviews)

1 nurse recommends working with Glendale Memorial Hospital & Health Center

Ian Alexis B

OR - Operating Room (RN)

Contract Position Apr '26 - Jul '26

3.0rating

Pros

Small hospital. Good area.

Cons

Poor management and logistics.

Review of Glendale Memorial Hospital & Health Center on Oct 6, 2026

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Short Term Acute Care
315 beds

ADDRESS1420 South Central AvenueGlendale, CA 91204

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About Glendale, CA

As a Travel Intensive Care Unit Nurse in Glendale, CA here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Glendale, CA is higher than the national average, especially in terms of housing and transportation.
However, wages in healthcare generally match up with the higher cost of living.

Weather

In summer, average highs are around 88°F, while average lows in winter are around 46°F.

Furnished Housing

There are options for short term rentals in Glendale, CA, and they are relatively easy to find, especially through online platforms and local real estate agencies.

Transportation

Glendale is car-friendly with well-maintained roads and ample parking.
Public transportation options include buses and the Metrolink commuter rail system connecting to downtown Los Angeles and other neighboring cities.

Demographics

Glendale, CA is a diverse city with a significant Armenian population.
The age range is diverse, with a mix of young professionals and families.
Common health issues may include respiratory conditions due to air quality.
Glendale has a growing population of travel nurses.

Things to Do

There are plenty of restaurants offering diverse cuisines, especially Armenian and Middle Eastern cuisine.
The city has a vibrant arts and music scene, with venues like the Alex Theatre hosting various performances.
Sports enthusiasts can enjoy hiking in the nearby Verdugo Mountains, and outdoor activities in Griffith Park and the Los Angeles area.

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