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RN Cardiovascular
Company : Catholic Health Initiatives
Location : Bakersfield, CA, 93301
Job Type : Full Time / Part Time
Salary : 43.37-68.25 HOUR
Date Posted : 14 January 2026
Job Summary and Responsibilities
The registered nurse is responsible to take primary responsibility to assess, plan, implement and evaluate the nursing care of each assigned patient. Provide direct patient care. Supervise the activities of nursing staff members. Anticipate patients' needs. Follow-up on all care related activities and assure all physician orders are accurately transcribed and carried out in a timely manner. Coordinate the plan of care. Conduct patient teaching specific to disease entity and home management. Actively participate in assuring care continuum. Collaborate with other nursing and ancillary services to assure seamless communication and uninterrupted patient care. Model leadership behaviors. Foster a spirit of collaboration and teamwork. Mentor peers and colleagues.
Job Requirements
1 year of operating room/surgical and 1 year CV experience including but not limited to: CABG surgery, OFF pump and On pump
Coronary Bypass grafts, Aortic Dissections, Valve Replacements, TVAR (Thoracic Endovascular Aortic Repair) , Redo Cardiac Surgeries.
2 years of operating/surgical experience. If operational conditions permit, training a candidate without the required experience may be considered. Education level necessary to obtain required licensure and certifications.
CA RN, BLS and ACLS required
BSN and PALS preferred
Where You'll WorkBakersfield Memorial Hospital includes 385 general acute beds, 48 licensed critical care beds, 13 state-of-the-art surgical suites, and a full-service Emergency Department with an Accredited Chest Pain Center and Nationally Certified Stroke Center. In addition, we offer a beautiful Family Care and Birthing Center, the Lauren Small Children's Center including the area's only Pediatric Intensive Care Unit, Family Care Center, a Level II NICU, the Sarvanand Heart, and Brain Center with Kern County's first Bi-Plane Interventional Suite, the Center for Wound Care and Hyperbarics, and many more services. Memorial Hospital is a Children’s Miracle Network Hospital and is home to the Bakersfield Ronald McDonald House. Memorial Hospital is a member of Dignity Health and is a trusted community partner, serving residents of Bakersfield and Kern County with quality, compassionate care since 1956. Click here to learn more about Bakersfield Memorial Hospital.
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Frequently asked questions
Cardiovascular RNs in Bakersfield focus on specialized care related to heart surgeries and vascular conditions, requiring expertise in procedures like CABG and valve replacements. Unlike general nursing, this role demands acute knowledge of cardiac pathophysiology and critical surgical support, making it distinct within the nursing field.
Proficiency in managing complex cardiac surgeries such as on-pump and off-pump coronary bypass, as well as thoracic endovascular aortic repairs, is vital. Skills in patient monitoring, interpreting cardiac data, and delivering post-operative education uniquely qualify cardiovascular nurses for this demanding specialty.
Yes, cardiovascular nurses in Bakersfield can advance towards clinical nurse specialist roles, cardiac nurse practitioner positions, or leadership roles within surgical units. Continuous education and certifications like ACLS and cardiovascular nurse certification enhance career growth in this competitive healthcare market.
Catholic Health Initiatives provides ongoing education and mentorship tailored to cardiovascular nursing, enabling staff to refine surgical and critical care skills. This commitment supports their nurses in staying current with cardiac care innovations and delivering exceptional patient outcomes.
Catholic Health Initiatives integrates advanced cardiac technologies like the bi-plane interventional suite and a nationally certified stroke center, fostering a collaborative environment. Their emphasis on mentorship and teamwork differentiates their RN Cardiovascular experience from other local healthcare providers.
Bakersfield's growing healthcare infrastructure drives steady demand for cardiovascular nurses. While competition exists, possessing robust surgical experience and certifications such as CA RN licensure, BLS, and ACLS significantly improve hiring prospects in this specialized field.
RN Cardiovascular nurses in Bakersfield generally earn between $85,000 and $105,000 annually, influenced by experience and certifications. This competitive compensation reflects the high responsibility and technical skill required for cardiac surgical care in this region.
While a BSN and PALS are preferred, many Bakersfield facilities prioritize hands-on surgical and cardiac experience. These credentials can enhance job candidacy but are often complemented by demonstrated proficiency in critical cardiac interventions and ACLS certification.
Handling complex post-operative cardiac patients, coordinating multidisciplinary care, and anticipating emergent complications are daily hurdles. The hospital's high-acuity environment demands sharp clinical judgment and effective communication to maintain seamless patient care continuity.
They actively engage with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and ancillary staff to synchronize care plans, ensuring all physician orders are promptly executed. This multidisciplinary teamwork underpins effective treatment delivery and fosters a unified approach to cardiac patient management.