Location: Burbank, California
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Monday to Friday, day shift, 6:30 to 15:00 (5 x 8 hours)
Hours: 8 hours per day, 40 hours per week
Parking: Free
Scrub Color: Any color
Facility Size: Acute care hospital with 392 total staffed beds
Responsibilities
Call required: 7 overnight calls per 14 days (7 call shifts per pay period). Teams are usually 3 or 4 people, with a preference for 4-person teams.
Required Qualifications
Valid, active California RN license
At least 1 year of cardiac cath lab experience, with experience within the last year
ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) issued by the American Heart Association or Canadian Heart & Stroke Foundation
BLS (Basic Life Support) issued by the American Heart Association or Canadian Heart & Stroke Foundation
Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) / Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
Onboarding Requirements
Background check: Completed within 90 days of start, covering all locations lived or worked in the past 7 years, and updated annually. Includes SSN trace, criminal county and nationwide searches, national sex offender search, FACIS Level 3, and education verification.
Exclusion, OIG, and SAM checks: EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG required within 30 days of start, updated monthly.
Education verification: Third-party verification of nursing degree required. International RNs may provide a CES report while verification is in process (travel only).
NURSYS verification: Required for all RNs.
Drug screen: 9-panel drug screen within 12 months of start. Instant results are acceptable.
TB: Negative IGRA/QuantiFERON, or 2 PPDs, within 12 months of start. Renewal requires only 1 PPD or TB titer.
Physical exam: Within 1 year of start, signed by an MD, NP, PA, or DO.
Vaccines: MMR (2 doses or positive titer), Varicella, Hepatitis B, and Tdap (declination acceptable), plus flu and COVID vaccination or declination.
Fit testing: Required for travel, completed onsite unless a valid record exists within 1 year. Any mask type is acceptable.
RespSafety clearance: Required annually for respirator use.
References: At least 2 references covering 1 year of employment within the last 3 years in a comparable specialty or setting.
Employment application: Must cover at least the last 5 years of employment.
Float policy: Float policy acknowledgement required. May be required to float to another facility in the system within a reasonable distance.
Annual training: About 3.5 hours of required regulatory modules, assigned through the facility's learning system.
Charting system: Mediteach (software familiarity, not a credential).
Facility
Providence Saint Joseph Medical Center
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Pros
Safe nurse to patient ratio. California respects their Nurses!
Cons
Cost of living
Review of Providence Saint Joseph Medical Center on Jul 24, 2026
The cost of living in Burbank is higher than the national average, primarily due to expensive housing costs.
However, wages in the entertainment industry may be higher to match the cost of living.
Weather
Average summer highs range from 85-95°F, while winter lows range from 45-50°F.
Furnished Housing
Short term rentals can be found in Burbank, especially in areas close to the major studios.
There are options for furnished apartments and corporate housing.
Transportation
Burbank is relatively car-friendly, with easy access to major highways.
Public transportation options include buses and the Metrolink commuter rail system for travel within the greater Los Angeles area.
Demographics
Burbank has a diverse population with a mix of ages.
Common health issues may include stress-related conditions due to the competitive entertainment industry.
There is a significant population of travel nurses due to the proximity to major studios and healthcare facilities.
Things to Do
Burbank offers a variety of activities, including exploring major film and television studios, hiking to the Hollywood sign, cycling the Chandler Bikeway, golfing at the Lakeside Golf Club, enjoying vibrant street art and galleries, and dining at a wide range of eateries from mom 'n pop-style cafes to gourmet restaurants in the Media District.
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