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Registered Nurse Per Diem Jobs in Lakewood

Top RN Jobs In & Near Lakewood, California

We currently offer 10 of the best available travel jobs in the Lakewood, California area. We have new jobs updating daily, so be sure to Apply Now so our specialists can make sure you get first crack. We make it as easy as possible for you to renew nursing licenses and compare RN nursing jobs by allowing you to filter based on salary, shift type, location or duration to find the right job for you.

Today, you can find RN jobs with a salary range between $30 to $54 per hour.

In Lakewood proper, the RN travel nursing market can include hospital facilities like Discovery Practice Management – Center for Discovery-Lakewood and Lakewood Regional Medical Center with more facilities in nearby areas like Bellflower, Paramount and Hawaiian Gardens to name a few.

We have a variety of options for RN travel jobs in Lakewood if you have a specific start date in mind. The latest start date for an RN job is Jan 6, 2025 for a Operating Room Nurse (OR RN) role at $54 per hour. The earliest start date is Jan 6, 2025 for a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Nurse (NICU RN) role at $75 per hour. Find additional possibilities by sorting “start date” in the list below.

There are a variety of contract lengths available for a Registered Nurse travel nurse job in Lakewood.

Lakewood is a great location for RN travel nurses to live, work and play! Search for additional RN jobs below or apply now and our AMN Healthcare team will help get you started!

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Search Top Paying Per Diem Registered Nurse Jobs in Lakewood

AMN Healthcare currently has 10 per diem Registered Nurse positions available in the Lakewood, CA area. Search the most recent jobs below, or click the button below to view all jobs.

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Operating Room Nurse (OR RN)
  • Lakewood, California – 90712
  • 8 D,
  • January 6, 2025
$50 to $54
Hourly Pay*
OR RN's provide care for patients before, during, and after surgery. Duties include patient education, circulating nurse and/or scrub nurse, and potentially First Assist. Work alongside surgical teams to make sure that patients are receiving the best possible care; serve as liaisons between the surgical team and the patients ' families.  OR RN’s work in the operating room of a hospital. There are several types of operating rooms depending on the type of surgery such as: General, Orthopedic, Neuro, Spine, Urology, and Cardiac/Thoracic.Education/Requirements:
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN): 4-Year Education 
  • Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN): 2-Year Education 
  • You must earn an ADN or BSN degree and pass the NCLEX to apply for a license as a RN. 
  • RN‘s can only work with an active state license.
  • ACLS is often required
*Need (2) OR RNs — 8-hour shifts Monday – Friday —- Must have experience with Ortho, and neuro, experience is a plus. The unit also does Robotics, Hearts, Urology, Vascular, and General Surgery. 
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CVOR – Cardiovascular Operating Room
  • Lakewood, California – 90712
  • 8 D,
  • January 6, 2025
$50 to $54
Hourly Pay*
CVOR RN jobs involve working among surgical services, operating room teams and specialized areas treating cardiovascular patients.*Need (2)   — with ability to take call — ACLS, BLS– Need to be able to do heart cases, CABG and Valves, as well as routine OR cases when needed
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Operating Room Nurse (OR RN)
  • Lakewood, California – 90712
  • 8 E,
  • January 6, 2025
$50 to $54
Hourly Pay*
OR RN's provide care for patients before, during, and after surgery. Duties include patient education, circulating nurse and/or scrub nurse, and potentially First Assist. Work alongside surgical teams to make sure that patients are receiving the best possible care; serve as liaisons between the surgical team and the patients ' families.  OR RN’s work in the operating room of a hospital. There are several types of operating rooms depending on the type of surgery such as: General, Orthopedic, Neuro, Spine, Urology, and Cardiac/Thoracic.Education/Requirements:
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN): 4-Year Education 
  • Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN): 2-Year Education 
  • You must earn an ADN or BSN degree and pass the NCLEX to apply for a license as a RN. 
  • RN‘s can only work with an active state license.
  • ACLS is often required
*Per Diem Shifts Available  Recent Experience Required.
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Operating Room Nurse (OR RN)
  • Lakewood, California – 90712
  • 8 D,
  • January 6, 2025
$50 to $54
Hourly Pay*
OR RN's provide care for patients before, during, and after surgery. Duties include patient education, circulating nurse and/or scrub nurse, and potentially First Assist. Work alongside surgical teams to make sure that patients are receiving the best possible care; serve as liaisons between the surgical team and the patients ' families.  OR RN’s work in the operating room of a hospital. There are several types of operating rooms depending on the type of surgery such as: General, Orthopedic, Neuro, Spine, Urology, and Cardiac/Thoracic.Education/Requirements:
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN): 4-Year Education 
  • Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN): 2-Year Education 
  • You must earn an ADN or BSN degree and pass the NCLEX to apply for a license as a RN. 
  • RN‘s can only work with an active state license.
  • ACLS is often required
*Need (2) OR RNs — 8-hour shifts Monday – Friday —- Must have experience with Ortho, and neuro, experience is a plus. The unit also does Robotics, Hearts, Urology, Vascular, and General Surgery. 
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Statistics on RN Travel Jobs in Lakewood, CA

View helpful statistics based on historical data about RN travel jobs in and near Lakewood. This data is based on the last three months of RN job postings in and around Lakewood. Our statistics are updated regularly, which means you can find the most accurate Registered Nurse job salary trends, the types of shifts, and common contract durations available in Lakewood and more. Find out more about travel nursing salaries here.

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FAQs About Registered Nurse Jobs in Lakewood, California

On average, how much does an RN travel nurse make in Lakewood?

A Registered Nurse in Lakewood can make an average of $43 per hour.
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What hospitals and healthcare facilities have Registered Nurse staff in or around Lakewood?

  • Nexxrad in Long Beach (3.4 miles from Lakewood)
  • RadNet – WaveImaging Palo Verde in Lakewood (1.5 miles from Lakewood)
  • Wave Palo Verde – Breast in Lakewood (2.9 miles from Lakewood)
  • Discovery Practice Management – Center for Discovery-Lakewood in Lakewood (1.5 miles from Lakewood)
  • Tenet – Los Alamitos Medical Center in Los Alamitos (5.1 miles from Lakewood)
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How many travel Registered Nurse jobs are available in Lakewood currently?

There are currently 10 Registered Nurse travel jobs available in Lakewood. We also get new jobs daily, so be sure to apply now and a recruiter will help you find the perfect fit as jobs become available.
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How much does a night shift Registered Nurse make on average in Lakewood and nearby cities?

A: 12 Hour Night shift Registered Nurse in Lakewood can make an average of $41 per hour based on recent job availability and travel nurse salary data.
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What shifts are most common for RN travel jobs near Lakewood?

Based on the last 6 months of data, 8 Hour Day shifts were the most common in Lakewood and surrounding areas.
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How much does a day shift Registered Nurse make on average in Lakewood and nearby cities?

A: 8 Hour Day shift Registered Nurse in Lakewood can make an average of $47 per hour based on recent job availability.
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What are the top paying Registered Nurse jobs available in or near Lakewood currently?

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Locating RN Travel Nursing Jobs in Lakewood

Facilities like Nexxrad, RadNet – WaveImaging Palo Verde and Wave Palo Verde – Breast in Lakewood all offer RN departments. It’s an amazing city to work in and is close to neighborhoods like Bixby Knolls (zip code 90807), California Heights (zip code 90807) and Cota (zip code 90895).

Other popular cities near Lakewood for RN job opportunities are Bellflower (2.2 miles), Paramount (2.9 miles), and Hawaiian Gardens (3.8 miles). These nearby zip codes often have opportunities: 90713 (1.5 miles), 90807 (3.4 miles), and 90242 (4.6 miles).

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Lakewood Hospitals

In Lakewood there are 2 hospitals & healthcare facilities with RN staff. See what types of shifts, contract durations, job specialties, and nearby neighborhoods each facility might offer to help you find your next RN travel nursing position in or nearby Lakewood.

Discovery Practice Management – Center for Discovery-Lakewood
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, and 8 N
Departments
Skilled Nursing Skilled Nursing
Address
4136 Ann Arbor Rd
Lakewood, CA 90712
Kaiser Permanente – Downey Medical Center
Shifts
12 D, 12 N, and 13 N
Departments
Neonatal Intensive Care – Level III-IV Pediatric Pediatric Intensive Care Unit
Address
9333 Imperial Hwy
Downey, CA 90242
Lakewood Regional Medical Center
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Departments
Cardiovascular Operating Room Diagnostic Radiology Emergency Room Intensive Care Unit Operating Room Telemetry
Address
3700 East South St
Lakewood, CA 90712
Los Alamitos Medical Center
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 12 D, and 12 N
Job Durations
13
Departments
Endoscopy Operating Room Operating Room Post Anesthesia Care Unit Telemetry
Address
3751 Katella Avenue
Los Alamitos, CA 90720
Nearby Neighborhoods
Royal Oak Mobile Home Park (90721)
St. Francis Medical Center
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
13
Departments
Cath Lab Emergency Room Intensive Care Unit Interventional Radiology Labor & Delivery Labor & Delivery Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Operating Room Wound/Ostomy/Continence
Address
3630 East Imperial Highway
Lynwood, CA 90262
Tenet – Los Alamitos Medical Center
Shifts
10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Departments
Ambulatory Post Anesthesia Care Unit Emergency Room Intensive Care Unit Medical Surgical Progressive Care Unit Skilled Nursing Telemetry
Address
3751 Katella Ave
Los Alamitos, CA 90720
Nearby Neighborhoods
Royal Oak Mobile Home Park (90721)

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