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At UCLA Health, you’ll find an ideal setting to advance your career while making a difference in others’ lives. As a world-renowned health system, we’re recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the very best hospitals in the entire nation. When you join us, you’ll be immersed in a supportive, empowering culture where you are given the technology, training, and resources you need to achieve your highest aspirations. You’ll serve a highly diverse patient population as you take on a wide variety of incredibly challenging and deeply rewarding cases.

UCLA Health features five award-winning hospitals and more than 280 community-based clinics throughout Southern California. We are also home to the highly respected medical teaching and clinical research of the David Geffen School of Medicine. Through the efforts of our outstanding people, we have become Los Angeles’ trusted provider of exceptional, compassionate patient care. If you’re looking to experience greater challenge and fulfillment in your career, come to UCLA Health.

Awards

Through the devotion and dedication of our outstanding team of nursing professionals, we’ve been recognized for excellence in patient care by many prestigious organizations:

●    U.S. News & World Report national honor roll – for the 37th consecutive year - 2026
●    U.S. News and World Report ranked UCLA Health #1 in both California and in Los Angeles - 2026
●    Lantern Award Recipient for excellence and innovation in emergency care – UCLA Health Santa Monica Medical Center - 2026
●    Leapfrog Group “A” Rating – UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center and Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center
●    The Joint Commission maximum three-year accreditation – Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center and UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center
●    The Joint Commission Health Care Equity Certification in recognition of UCLA Health’s ongoing efforts to increase access to safe, high-quality health care to all
●    American College of Surgeons designated Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center as the highest-level Trauma Center
●    American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) Magnet® designation for nursing excellence – Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center, UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center, and the Stewart and Lynda Resnick Neuropsychiatric Hospital at UCLA

Benefits

We’re proud to give back to the nursing professionals who give so much to our patients, the community, and each other. We offer a wide variety of benefits options to meet your unique needs, including:

  • Multiple medical, dental, and vision plans
  • 403(b) and 457(b) retirement plans
  • Business Travel Accident Insurance
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Homeowner/renter/auto insurance
  • Legal insurance
  • Long-term care insurance
  • Pet insurance
  • Tuition discounts
  • And much more

One of our greatest benefits is our Southern California location. This is a special place that offers an incomparable lifestyle defined by spectacular scenery, an ideal climate, unique communities, and an unmatched variety of cultural, recreational, and entertainment options to satisfy your unique interests away from work.

Culture

At UCLA Health, you’ll experience a working environment that will both inspire and empower you. You’ll expand your expertise through close collaboration with world-class clinicians, including some of the top talent in the world. Our multicultural staff reflects the great diversity of our communities and enables us to more effectively and compassionately serve them every day. Our welcoming and inclusive culture enables you to enjoy limitless opportunities for success and growth as you help us define and deliver the future of healthcare. Our commitment to uplifting and encouraging our people has enabled us to receive several awards for our outstanding workplace, including:

  • Forbes America's Best Large Employers - 2025
  • Forbes America's Dream Employers - 2025
  • Newsweek America's 100 Most Loved Workplaces - 2024
  • Newsweek Most Loved Workplace Certification - 2024
  • Forbes America's Best Large Employers - 2024
  • Forbes America's Best Employers by State - 2024
  • Forbes Best Employers for Diversity - 2024
  • Forbes Best Employers for Women - 2024
  • Forbes Best Employers for New Graduates - 2024
  • Becker's Hospital Review Top Places to Work in Healthcare - 2024
People

What is it like to work at UCLA Health? Hear directly from our people and discover why they’re so passionate about their careers with us.

“If you’re looking for a strong sense of purpose, feeling appreciated and respected, family, friendship, and a daily dose of sunny, clear blue skies, then a career at UCLA Health is the right fit.” – Saba R., Principal Perfusionist

“I would not be the health care professional I am today without each and every one of my UCLA Health family.” – Paul H., Respiratory Therapist

“I am surrounded by amazingly talented people who inspire me every day.” – Hai T., Manager, IT Operations Systems Management & Virtualization Platform Services

“I love the diversity, flexibility, growth, reputation, human touch and ability to further your career.” – Sarena S., Management Service Officer

“Once I joined, I knew UCLA Health was THE place to be due to the growth potential and training offered.” – Edgar P., Quality Outreach Specialist

“I never get bored. It's different every day. Working at a higher risk facility, you never know what you're going to get when you walk in the door.” – Delilah G., L&D Nurse

Vision

Our mission is to deliver leading-edge patient care, research, and education.

Our vision is to heal humankind, one patient at a time, by improving health, alleviating suffering, and delivering acts of kindness.

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