Registered Nurse (RN) - ICU
Company : Prime Healthcare Services
Location : Garden Grove, CA, 92843
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 4 January 2026
Overview
Join an award-winning team of dedicated professionals committed to our core values of quality, compassion and community! Garden Grove Hospital Medical Center, a member of Prime Healthcare, offers incredible opportunities to expand your horizons and be part of a community dedicated to making a difference. Founded in 1982, Garden Grove Hospital Medical Center is a 167-bed community hospital centrally located in beautiful Southern California dedicated to providing our community with high-quality, compassionate healthcare. Garden Grove Hospital Medical Center has received “Top 100 Hospital” in the nation accolades from Truven Health Analytics and is a recipient of the Patient Safety Excellence Award from Healthgrades. Key services include general medical/surgical inpatient care and treatment, critical care, emergency services, orthopedics, maternity care, and wound care. The facility offers a full spectrum of acute care services for the residents of Garden Grove and the surrounding communities. Located near the corner of Harbor and Garden Grove Boulevards, Garden Grove Hospital is close to the Disneyland Resort, the Anaheim Convention Center, and the many hotels situated in the area. For more information, visit gardengrovehospital.com.
Responsibilities
The Registered Nurse is responsible for the delivery of safe patient care utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation. Provides direct patient care within the scope of practice. The Registered Nurse also directs and guides patient/family teaching and activities of other nursing personnel while maintaining standards of care in the ICU. The Registered Nurse is directly responsible and accountable for the care given to his/her assigned patients. They communicate with the physician about changes in the patient’s clinical condition including hemodynamic monitoring, results of diagnostic studies and abnormal results and symptomatology. Is able to respond quickly and accurately to changes in condition and/or response to treatment. Maintains patient privacy and confidentiality.
Qualifications
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING
1. Current and valid state RN License.2. Current BLS certificate upon hire and maintain current.3. Completion of Critical Care Course preferred. 4. Basic Arrythmia Interpretation within 30 days of hire.5. Current ACLS certificate 30 days upon hire and maintain current. 6. Minimum of one year as a staff RN in acute care hospital, critical care preferred.7. Critical Care RN (CCRN) Certification preferred. 8. Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
Pay Transparency
Garden Grove Hospital Medical Center offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. Benefits may vary based on collective bargaining agreement requirements and/or the employment status, i.e. full-time or part-time. The current compensation range for this role is $52.89 to $66.05. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.
Employment Status
Full TimeShift
NightsEqual Employment Opportunity
Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf
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Frequently asked questions
Garden Grove's proximity to major healthcare hubs and a diverse patient population demands ICU nurses to be adept at handling complex cases with cultural sensitivity. The local healthcare landscape emphasizes rapid response and precision, making ICU nurses integral in managing critical care effectively within this community.
Beyond standard ACLS and BLS certifications, ICU nurses in Garden Grove benefit from critical care-specific credentials like the CCRN. Given the high acuity at Garden Grove Hospital Medical Center, specialized training in hemodynamic monitoring and arrhythmia interpretation is highly valued.
ICU Registered Nurses require advanced expertise in monitoring critical patients, interpreting diagnostic data, and responding swiftly to life-threatening changes. Their focus is intensely acute care, demanding heightened vigilance and precision compared to general nursing roles.
New grads should prioritize mastering cardiac life support, basic arrhythmia interpretation, and patient assessment skills. Emphasizing quick clinical decision-making and communication with multidisciplinary teams aligns well with Prime Healthcare Services’ expectations.
Prime Healthcare Services offers structured nurse residency programs and critical care training tailored to ICU nurses, fostering skill advancement and professional growth. This environment supports continual learning and mentorship specific to the ICU setting.
Registered Nurses in the ICU at Garden Grove Hospital Medical Center can expect a salary range between $52.89 and $66.05 per hour, reflecting competitive pay within Southern California’s critical care nursing market, adjusted for experience and certifications.
The organization emphasizes quality, compassion, and community in its ICU nursing roles, seeking candidates who demonstrate dedication to patient safety and empathetic care. This ethos shapes hiring and daily practice standards uniquely at Prime Healthcare Services.
Night shifts in the ICU demand heightened alertness to sudden patient changes and coordination with limited staffing. Preparation includes mastering time management, maintaining vigilance for critical events, and effective communication during handoffs to ensure seamless care.
Garden Grove's ICU nursing market is moderately competitive due to the area's population density and hospital recognition. Applicants with advanced certifications like CCRN or critical care experience often have a distinct advantage in securing roles.
Some believe ICU vacancies imply high turnover or burnout; however, at Prime Healthcare Services, openings often reflect growth and expansion. The hospital's award-winning status supports a stable work environment with ample development opportunities.