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Pih Health Hospital-whittier

12401 Washington Blvd, Whittier, CA 90602

County:Los AngelesCBSA Area:Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CAOwnership:Non-ProfitType:Acute Care

At a glance

PIH Health Hospital-Whittier is a non-profit, acute care facility located in Whittier, California, within a major metropolitan area, making it a potentially attractive option for international nurses seeking diverse urban experiences. While the hospital has not yet hired international nurses, its large size and community-focused setting suggest it may be open to international applicants in the future. The hospital’s metropolitan location also offers access to a significant international population, which can provide a supportive environment for newcomers.

Hospital information

Hospital Type
Acute Care
Emergency Services
Yes
Bed Count
547
RN Count
871
Magnet Status
No
Ownership
Non-Profit
Licensure in California

Global workforce

Credentials Accepted
CGFNS CES, ERES
CGFNS Qualifying Exam
No
English Proficiency
Undefined
Fingerprinting
Yes
Nurse Licensure Compact
No

Stringent requirements, detailed curriculum review

Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA overview

Financials

Median $133,440
$99,530
10th
$172,740
90th
Cost of Living Index
115.45(15.45 above national average)

Adjusting RN median for local prices: $115,577 (+19% vs US median).

100 = national average. Below 100 means goods, housing, and services cost less than the US average; above 100 means they cost more. Based on BEA Regional Price Parities.

Salary: Registered Nurses, May 2024 · U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS. Cost of living: BEA Regional Price Parities (2023).

Travel insights

Average commute:33.2 min
Drive
81.5%
  • Drive81.5%
  • Public transit5%
  • Walk2.6%
  • Other1.1%
  • Work from home8.5%
Nearest Airports
  • Los Alamitos Army Air Field
  • Long Beach Airport (Daugherty Field)
  • Jack Northrop Field Hawthorne Municipal Airport
  • Los Angeles International Airport
  • Los Angeles International Airport

Source: American Community Survey, 5-Year Estimates.

Metro area stats

Population
9,107,327
Major Metro (1M+)
International Population
3,923,415
Population with Bachelor's+
3,329,377

Source: American Community Survey, 5-Year Estimates.

Education access ranking

California state-level ranking (1 = best, 50 = worst).

Pre-K–1238th of 50Bottom 25%
1 (best)50
Higher Ed5th of 50Top 25%
1 (best)50
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