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Cardiac Critical Care RN Specialist / Night Shift
Career Development Partners
Location : Laguna Niguel, CA, 92677
Job Type : Full Time
Salary : $145,000 - $175,000
Date Posted : 2 December 2025
Cardiac Critical Care RN Specialist / Night Shift
Join one of the most awarded health systems in Southern California, recognized nationally for clinical excellence and nursing leadership. We are seeking a dedicated
Cardiac Critical Care RN Specialist / Night ShiftJoin one of the most awarded health systems in Southern California, recognized nationally for clinical excellence and nursing leadership. We are seeking a dedicatedRegistered Nurseto anchor the night team in our high-acuityCardiac Intensive Care Unit (CICU)at our flagship Medical Center.
This is a chance to move beyond general ICU and truly specialize in advanced cardiac critical care, managing the most complex cardiovascular and medical cases during the crucial nocturnal hours.
Why This Is a Top-Tier Career Move- Magnet Recognition Leader:You will work at a facility that has achievedMagnet Designationfrom the ANCC multiple times (2012, 2017, 2021) and is currently pursuing its
- fourth consecutive designation. This recognizes the highest standard of nursing excellence and innovation—a powerful environment for professional growth.
- Specialized High-Aculty Focus:Our 27-bed CICU is a regional referral center specializing in advanced cardiac support, placing you at the forefront of treating:Pre- and Post-operative Cardiac Surgery patients.
Patients requiring
- Mechanical Circulatory Support (e.g., Impella, ECMO, VADs).
- severe heart failure, post-MI care, and cardiomyopathy.
- Advanced Technology:Gain expert proficiency with critical life-support modalities including Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump (IABP),
- CRRT (Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy),
- Targeted Temperature Management (TTM) , and advanced hemodynamic monitoring (
- Swan-Ganz ).
- Mission-Driven Culture:Join a not-for-profit system with a 100+ year tradition, anchored by the promise,“Know me, care for me, ease my way.”We provide whole-person care and are committed to creating an inclusive workforce where your voice is heard and valued.
Critical patients with complex diagnoses like
As a Full-Time Night Shift RN in the CICU, you will be responsible for applying specialized clinical knowledge and independent judgment to stabilize and manage complex cardiac and critically ill medical patients.
Key Responsibilities- Advanced Hemodynamics Management:Initiate, manage, and titrate vasoactive and inotropic medications, utilizing advanced monitoring tools (like Swan-Ganz catheters) to manage complex hemodynamic instability.
- Complex Device Management:Care for patients on temporary cardiac assist devices (e.g., IABP) and provide meticulous pre- and post-procedural care for cardiac interventions.
- Intensive Medical Management:Provide expert care for high-risk medical diagnoses, includingSevere Sepsis, DKA, and Acute Respiratory Failure, often requiring mechanical ventilation and therapeutic hypothermia protocols.
- Collaborative Night Leadership:Serve as a key clinical resource during the night shift, ensuring seamless patient handoffs, rapid response to changes in condition, and effective collaboration with Intensivists and multi-disciplinary teams.
- Experience:Minimum ofone (1) yearof recent, full-time work experience in an acute care (hospital)
- Intensive Care Unit (ICU) setting. (Student clinical experience is not considered).
- License:Current and activeCalifornia Registered Nurse (RN) Licenseupon hire.
- Certifications (Must have upon hire):
National Provider
- BLS - American Heart Association
- ACLS - American Heart Association
- Education:Graduation from an accredited nursing program (Bachelor's Degree preferred).
National Provider
We offer a best-in-class benefits package designed to support your total well-being, professional growth, and financial security:
- Competitive Base Salary:Starting between$110,760 and $171,974, plus applicable night shift differentials, premium pay, and potential bonus opportunities.
- Financial Security:Retirement401(k) Savings Plan with employer matching.
- Health & Wellness:Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Professional Development:Tuition Reimbursementand dedicated resources for ongoing training and advancement.
If you are an experienced ICU nurse ready to specialize and lead the night shift in one of the nation's premier Cardiac Critical Care Units, we invite you to explore this highly impactful role.
Freqently Asked Questions
Night shift nursing in cardiac critical care demands heightened vigilance during hours when patient monitoring is crucial. In Laguna Niguel, this role involves managing complex cases overnight, which can significantly improve recovery rates by providing continuous advanced cardiac support and timely interventions.
Specializing in cardiac critical care at night requires mastery in managing devices like IABP, ECMO, and vasoactive medications. Unlike general ICU nurses, these specialists focus on advanced hemodynamic monitoring and care for post-operative cardiac surgery patients during critical nocturnal hours.
While ACLS and BLS are mandatory, certifications like CCRN or cardiac-specific critical care credentials can boost expertise and marketability in California’s competitive healthcare landscape, especially for night shift roles demanding advanced cardiac patient management.
Career Development Partners fosters professional growth through tuition reimbursement and provides a mission-driven culture emphasizing inclusive teamwork. Night shift RNs receive access to advanced training and a collaborative environment, ensuring they thrive in high-acuity cardiac care settings.
Beyond competitive pay, this role offers work at a Magnet-recognized institution, access to cutting-edge cardiac technologies, and a strong focus on whole-person care. Night shift nurses benefit from an engaged leadership culture and comprehensive benefits uncommon in the region.
Salary typically spans from $110,760 to $171,974 annually, reflecting the specialized nature of cardiac critical care and night shift differentials in Laguna Niguel. Compensation also includes premium pay and bonuses, aligning with Southern California’s competitive healthcare market.
Laguna Niguel’s demand for cardiac ICU nurses is robust due to a concentration of specialized medical centers. While competition exists, experienced night shift RNs with advanced cardiac skills are highly sought, often receiving priority during hiring cycles over less specialized candidates.
Night shift nurses may benefit from lighter traffic but should consider limited public transit options and parking availability near the medical center. Laguna Niguel’s suburban layout favors personal vehicles, so planning for safe, flexible transportation during off-hours is advisable.
This specialist manages complex cardiac patients using advanced devices and therapies unique to critical care, such as titrating inotropes and overseeing mechanical circulatory support. Night duties emphasize autonomous decision-making and coordination with multidisciplinary teams during periods of heightened patient vulnerability.
Night shift specialization in cardiac critical care opens pathways to leadership roles, clinical nurse specialist positions, or cardiac-focused advanced practice nursing. Career Development Partners’ emphasis on professional development supports nurses in advancing their expertise and earning higher credentials.
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