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Cardiac Critical Care RN Specialist / Night Shift
Enhanced Staffing
Location : Mission Viejo, CA, 92691
Job Type : Full Time
Salary : $145,000 - $175,000
Date Posted : 2 December 2025
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 cardiac critical care nurses in Mission Viejo play a vital role in stabilizing complex cardiovascular patients when staffing is leaner. Their expertise ensures prompt interventions during nocturnal hours, which can significantly reduce complications and improve recovery rates in this high-acuity setting.
Beyond standard BLS and ACLS, Southern California hospitals highly value proficiency in advanced cardiac support devices like IABP and ECMO. Specialized training in continuous renal replacement therapy and hemodynamic monitoring enhances a cardiac critical care RN’s ability to manage complex CICU cases effectively.
Cardiac Critical Care RN Specialists focus heavily on vasoactive medication titration, managing mechanical circulatory support devices, and interpreting advanced hemodynamic data. These specialized skills enable precise management of severe cardiac conditions, unlike broader ICU roles centered on general critical care.
Enhanced Staffing offers clinical advancement opportunities through continuous education, exposure to cutting-edge cardiac technologies, and leadership roles in night shift teams. The organization’s magnet-recognized culture fosters professional development, making it an ideal environment for cardiac critical care nurses seeking specialization.
Mission Viejo's demand for specialized cardiac critical care nurses is high due to the region's aging population and advanced cardiac programs. Competition exists among candidates with acute care ICU experience and certifications, but opportunities are abundant for nurses with night shift availability.
Enhanced Staffing backs night shift cardiac critical care nurses with multidisciplinary teams and access to advanced monitoring tools, ensuring collaborative decision-making. Their focus on a mission-driven culture promotes staff well-being, which helps manage the complexities of nocturnal cardiac intensive care.
Enhanced Staffing’s position uniquely combines magnet-recognized excellence with specialized night shift leadership in a top-tier CICU. Nurses gain hands-on experience with state-of-the-art cardiac support devices and therapies, positioning them at the forefront of critical cardiac care innovations.
Cardiac Critical Care RN Specialists in Mission Viejo typically earn between $110,760 and $171,974 annually, with additional night shift differentials and bonuses. This compensation reflects the specialized skills required and the high cost of living in Southern California, offering competitive financial rewards.
Mission Viejo offers convenient freeway access and public transit, but night shift nurses often prefer personal vehicles due to limited late-night public transportation. Shorter commutes can reduce fatigue, which is crucial for maintaining vigilance in demanding cardiac critical care roles.
Night shift cardiac critical care nurses regularly handle severe heart failure, post-myocardial infarction care, and mechanical circulatory support cases such as ECMO or IABP. Managing these complex diagnoses overnight requires advanced clinical judgment and proficiency with specialized interventions.
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