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RN Medical Surgical
Company : Catholic Health Initiatives
Location : Long Beach, CA
Job Type : Full Time
Salary : 54.86-68.51 HOUR
Date Posted : 8 January 2026
Job Summary and Responsibilities
As a Medical Surgical Nurse at St Mary Medical Center, you’ll excel in your nursing career by providing care to patients admitted to our unit. Most of your patients are funneled in from other units providing you with the opportunity to build on your education and experience in specialized service lines such as cardiac, telemetry, orthopedics, neurology, critical care, surgical services, and emergency.
Your success in this role comes from your enthusiasm to help others - with a patient-first mindset. Keen assessment skills, critical thinking, and a sense of urgency support your career advancement and you thrive in a fast-paced clinical environment where you will rarely experience the same day twice.
While you’re busy impacting the healthcare industry, we’ll take care of you with benefits that include health/dental/vision, FSA, matching retirement plans, paid vacation, adoption assistance, and more.
Responsibilities
- Except to deliver care to 4-6 patients per shift
- Administer medications, change dressings, monitor vital signs, and chart with timely documentation
- Collaborate with a variety of other healthcare professionals such as social work, care coordination, physical therapy, occupational therapy, lab, respiratory therapy, and imaging
If you are committed to social justice, health equity, and prepared to deliver care in new, innovative ways, you belong with us.
#RN@DH
Job Requirements
- Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of California.
- Current basic life support (BLS) certification.
- Minimum of one year Acute Care RN experience.
CommonSpirit Health was formed by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health. With more than 700 care sites across the U.S., from clinics and hospitals to home-based care and virtual care services, CommonSpirit is accessible to nearly one out of every four U.S. residents. Our world needs compassion like never before. Our communities need caring and our families need protection. With our combined resources, CommonSpirit is committed to building healthy communities, advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable, and innovating how and where healing can happen, both inside our hospitals and out in the community.
One Community. One Mission. One California
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Frequently asked questions
In Long Beach, RN Medical Surgical nurses often manage 4 to 6 patients per shift, requiring sharp multitasking skills. This volume demands efficient time management and quick clinical decisions, especially given the diverse case mix from cardiac to neurology patients. Balancing thorough care with a fast pace is key in this setting.
While California RN licensure and BLS certification are mandatory, additional credentials like Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) or certification in perioperative nursing can boost competitiveness. Such credentials demonstrate deeper clinical expertise valuable for complex surgical and telemetry cases at Catholic Health Initiatives.
Medical surgical RNs handle broader inpatient care including medication administration and wound management, while perioperative nurses focus on surgical preparation and recovery phases in outpatient settings. The former requires adaptability to varied clinical needs, whereas the latter demands specialized surgical procedural knowledge.
Catholic Health Initiatives emphasizes social justice and health equity, so nurses encounter diverse populations with complex social determinants affecting care. Navigating this landscape requires cultural competence, advocacy skills, and flexibility to deliver innovative, patient-centered care amid evolving community health demands.
Long Beach shows steady demand for skilled medical surgical RNs due to its large healthcare network and aging population. Applicants often face moderate competition, with employers favoring candidates who combine acute care experience and certifications. Hiring cycles may align with hospital staffing needs and seasonal patient influxes.
Long Beach offers multiple transit options including bus lines and light rail, but traffic congestion can affect travel times. Many nurses prefer carpooling or flexible shifts to navigate peak hours. Proximity to central locations like St Mary Medical Center can reduce commute stress, enhancing work-life balance.
In Long Beach, RN Medical Surgical nurses typically earn between $85,000 and $105,000 annually, reflecting cost of living and demand. This range is slightly above California’s median, influenced by the area's healthcare density and specialized patient care requirements, offering competitive compensation for skilled nurses.
Catholic Health Initiatives invests in continuous education, offering access to specialty training and tuition assistance. Their commitment to social justice translates into mentorship programs and leadership pathways tailored for RNs eager to expand clinical and community health skills within a mission-driven culture.
At Catholic Health Initiatives, RN Medical Surgical nurses engage extensively with multidisciplinary teams, managing complex patients transferred from diverse units. The role emphasizes comprehensive assessments and urgent interventions, often requiring proactive collaboration with specialists like respiratory therapists and care coordinators.
Nurses here utilize advanced EHR platforms aligned with CommonSpirit Health’s network, facilitating seamless documentation and patient data access. Familiarity with telemetry monitoring, medication administration software, and interdisciplinary communication tools is essential to navigate this tech-integrated care environment efficiently.