ICU RN

Dignity Health; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 81,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

Dignity Health at St. Mary Medical Center in Long Beach, CA hires an Intensive Care Nurse to monitor critically ill and unstable patients after major surgery or life-threatening disease.

You will begin shifts with a report, provide ongoing care per the care plan, assist physicians with procedures, and advocate for patients and families while remaining vigilant in emergencies.

Required: CA RN license, at least one year ICU experience, BLS and ACLS certifications.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in the State of California.
• At least one year of ICU experience.
• BLS from the American Heart Association.
• ACLS from the American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Monitor critically ill patients and respond to rapid changes.
• Provide ongoing care per the care plan and assist physicians.
• Perform procedures such as wound care and line management.
• Advocate for patients and families during shifts.
• Supervise Patient Care Technicians as needed.

Skills

ICU Nursing

Critical Care

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

Patient Advocacy

Education

Registered Nurse (RN) License in California

Tools

IV Pumps

ECG Monitoring

Job description

Job Summary And Responsibilities

As our Intensive Care Nurse, you will monitor patients who are critically ill and unstable following extensive injury surgery or life‑threatening disease.

As our Intensive Care Nurse, you will monitor patients who are critically ill and unstable following extensive injury surgery or life‑threatening disease.

Every day you will begin each shift by taking report from a nursing teammate before making your rounds. You will provide continued care and perform procedures as detailed in the care plan. This could mean assisting a physician with a chest tube or central line providing wound care ensuring patients MRI or CT or administering medications.

To be successful in this role, you will heavily depend on your ability to multitask and react. You’ll clinically care for your patients- remaining focused and attentive as you continuously monitor your patients throughout your shift. You also serve as their advocate- supporting their best interests when they cannot. However your sound judgment during an emergency and rapid response are impressive putting you on the radar for advancement.

• Assesses plans and implements nursing care while ensuring patient comfort
• Anticipates identifies and responds to informational and emotional needs of patients and families
• Guides and directs healthcare personnel (i.e. Patient Care Technicians) in caring for patients
• Maintains knowledge of equipment setup maintenance and use (i.e. IV pumps monitoring equipment and drainage devices) Utilizes safeguards such as IV pump drug library and monitor alarms with necessary
• Initiates emergency support measures (i.e. cardiopulmonary resuscitation protecting patient from injury)
• Assists with patient care duties/tasks (i.e. emptying drainage devices ambulating and hygiene)

Job Requirements

Required

• Active Registered Nurse license in the State of California
• At least one year of ICU experience
• Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) from the American Heart Association

Where You'll Work

Founded in 1923, Dignity Health at St. Mary Medical Center is a 389-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital located in Long Beach, California. Serving over 80,000 patients annually, the hospital offers a full complement of services including a Level II Trauma Center, Level III NICU, heart care, and orthopedics. Additionally, St. Mary Medical Center has been recognized as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality High Performer by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation. It is a Joint Commission-certified Thrombectomy-Capable Stroke Center and received a Healthgrades 5-Star Award for Heart Failure in 2026.

One Community. One Mission. One California

Pay Range

$58.70 - $73.30 /hour