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Cardiac Critical Care RN Specialist / Night Shift
Alan N. Daum And Associates
Location : Mission Viejo, CA, 92691
Job Type : Full Time
Salary : $110,760
Date Posted : 2 December 2025
We offer a best-in-class benefits package designed to support your total well-being, professional growth, and financial security:Cardiac Critical Care RN Specialist / Night Shift
Cardiac Critical Care RN Specialist / Night ShiftRegistered Nurseto anchor the night team in our high-acuityCardiac Intensive Care Unit (CICU)at our flagship Medical Center.Why This Is a Top-Tier Career MoveMagnet Recognition Leader:You will work at a facility that has achievedMagnet Designationfrom the ANCC multiple times (2012, 2017, 2021) and is currently pursuing itsfourthconsecutive 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.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.Your Role and Clinical FocusKey ResponsibilitiesAdvanced 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.Required QualificationsExperience: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):BLS- American Heart AssociationACLS- American Heart AssociationEducation:Graduation from an accredited nursing program (Bachelor's Degree preferred).Compensation and Benefits HighlightsCompetitive 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.Join one of the most awarded health systems in Southern California, recognized nationally for clinical excellence and nursing leadership. We are seeking a dedicated
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Freqently Asked Questions
Mission Viejo's healthcare sector shows a steady demand for specialized cardiac critical care RNs, especially for night shifts. Candidates can expect moderate competition but benefit from the area's reputable medical centers that emphasize advanced cardiac care, increasing opportunities for experienced ICU nurses focusing on night roles.
Night shifts in cardiac ICUs often encounter unique challenges, including managing high-acuity cases requiring vigilant hemodynamic monitoring. In Southern California, night nurses must be adept at rapid response and advanced device management, as patient conditions can fluctuate unpredictably during these hours.
Mastery in managing mechanical circulatory support devices like Impella and ECMO, alongside proficiency in advanced hemodynamic tools such as Swan-Ganz catheters, are critical. Night specialists must also excel in titrating vasoactive medications and overseeing complex post-op cardiac patients independently.
Progression often leads to enhanced leadership responsibilities during night shifts, including mentoring peers, spearheading rapid clinical interventions, and coordinating seamless handoffs. Seasoned specialists become pivotal clinical resources, influencing outcomes in high-stakes cardiac ICU environments.
Expect rigorous monitoring of cardiac surgical patients, operation of life-support technologies like IABP and CRRT, and prompt management of hemodynamic instability. Night duties also encompass coordinating with intensivists and ensuring compliance with therapeutic hypothermia protocols.
They provide a robust benefits package, including tuition reimbursement and ongoing training tailored for cardiac ICU nursing. Their culture promotes innovation and nursing excellence, empowering night shift specialists with resources and leadership opportunities unique to their flagship medical center.
Yes, compensation includes competitive base salaries ranging from $110,760 to $171,974, augmented by night shift differentials and potential performance bonuses, reflecting the demanding nature of nocturnal cardiac intensive care nursing within their acclaimed healthcare system.
Beyond a California RN license, certifications like ACLS and BLS from the American Heart Association are essential. Additional qualifications in advanced cardiac life support and critical care transport further distinguish candidates in Mission Viejo's high-acuity cardiac units.
Salaries typically range from approximately $110,000 to $172,000 annually, with night shift premiums factored in. This range aligns with Mission Viejo’s cost of living and reflects the specialized skills required to manage critically ill cardiac patients overnight.
This role offers exposure to a Magnet-recognized facility renowned for nursing innovation and advanced cardiac care technologies. The organization’s emphasis on whole-person care and inclusive culture provides a uniquely supportive environment for night shift specialists.
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