Registered Nurse (RN) – Cardiac Critical Care (CVICU/CCU) | Full-Time

Job ID:	#5111
Title:	Registered Nurse (RN) – Cardiac Critical Care (CVICU/CCU) | Full-Time View other Cardiac Nurse ⇒
Location:	Los Angeles Area, California, United States
Postition:	RN: Registered Nurse
Job type:	Direct-hire
Experience required:	2 years

Location: Greater Los Angeles Region, California
Job Type: Full-Time; Direct Hire with U.S. Hospital Employer

Position Overview

IntelliStaff Medical is seeking experienced Cardiac Critical Care Registered Nurses (RNs) for full-time opportunities with a U.S. hospital in the Greater Los Angeles region. In this highly specialized role, you will care for critically ill cardiac patients, including those recovering from open heart surgery.

This position requires a 3-year commitment. If you are looking for stability, long-term career growth, and a pathway toward permanent residency, this is where things get interesting.

Must have open heart (cardiac surgery) experience.

This opportunity is open to Canadian and Mexican citizens eligible for the TN visa.

Green card and permanent residency sponsorship is available for qualified candidates after 3 months of employment.

Compensation

• $43.68 – $62.41/hour based on experience

What This RN Job Offers

• Full-time direct hire with a U.S. hospital
• Comprehensive benefits package including PTO, insurance, and retirement plans
• Work in a high-acuity cardiac critical care environment
• Opportunity to specialize in post-open heart and advanced cardiac care
• Long-term career stability with a defined 3-year pathway
• Clear opportunity for green card sponsorship after probationary period

Qualifications of Cardiac ICU RN

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN) required
• Canadian or Mexican citizenship (TN visa eligibility required)
• Active RN license (or eligibility) in the State of California
• NCLEX required
• BLS and ACLS required upon hire
• Completion of Critical Care training preferred
• Recent critical care experience required
• Open heart (cardiac surgery) experience required

Responsibilities and Duties

• Provide advanced nursing care to critically ill cardiac patients, including post-operative open heart cases
• Perform continuous hemodynamic monitoring and interpret complex cardiac data
• Manage ventilators, vasoactive drips, and life-support equipment
• Administer medications, IV therapies, and blood products with precision
• Recognize and respond rapidly to cardiac emergencies and changes in patient condition
• Collaborate with cardiologists, surgeons, and interdisciplinary teams to manage complex care plans
• Communicate diagnostic results and patient status updates effectively to physicians
• Educate patients and families on recovery expectations and cardiac care
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with hospital standards
• Ensure strict adherence to infection control and patient safety protocols

About Facility

This approximately 360-bed acute care hospital offers healthcare professionals the opportunity to work in a high-volume Los Angeles market while still being part of a community-based facility. With a 24-hour Emergency Department, a non-trauma-designated emergency program, advanced cardiac services, orthopaedics, robotic surgery, stroke care, and rehabilitation, the hospital provides broad clinical exposure across multiple specialties. As part of Prime Healthcare, it benefits from the backing of a nationally recognized health system that has been named a Top 10 and Top 15 Health System and has earned repeated recognition for quality and patient safety. For nurses and allied health professionals, it offers a strong mix of acuity, advanced services, and the pace of a major metro area.

Top 5 Reasons to Live and Work in the Greater Los Angeles Area

1. Big-City Career Growth
   One of the largest healthcare markets in the United States means strong demand, diverse specialties, and long-term career options.

2. Great Weather
   Mild winters and warm, sunny weather make it easier to enjoy life outside of work year-round.

3. Beaches, Mountains, and Entertainment
   You can be at the beach, on a hiking trail, or at a major concert or sporting event without needing a full vacation request.

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   Major airports make travel across the U.S., Canada, Mexico, and internationally much easier.

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   The region is known for its multicultural communities, global cuisine, arts, and endless things to do on your days off.

About IntelliStaff Medical:

At IntelliStaff Medical, we don’t just place registered nurses, we help dedicated healthcare professionals achieve their dreams and goals by connecting them to meaningful work in exciting places.
We do that by never losing sight of what’s important – people. Our team is passionate about providing our registered nurses and our client facilities with an exceptional, white-glove experience. We have national and global reach with robust service delivery, and we provide the one-to-one attention you’d expect from a boutique firm.

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