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Registered Nurse (RN) - ICU
Company : Prime Healthcare Services
Location : Anaheim, CA, 92804
Job Type : Contractor
Date Posted : 4 January 2026
Overview
Join an award-winning team of dedicated professionals committed to our core values of quality, compassion and community! West Anaheim 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 1964, West Anaheim Medical Center is a 219-bed acute-care hospital dedicated to providing the community with high-quality, compassionate healthcare. Key services include general medical and surgical inpatient care and treatment, emergency services, surgical services, behavioral health, comprehensive heart center, and diagnostic imaging. For more information visit www.westanaheimmedctr.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
West Anaheim Medical Center offers competitive compensation and a reasonable compensation estimate for this role is $63.42. 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
Per DiemShift
DaysEqual 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
Privacy Notice
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Frequently asked questions
ICU Registered Nurses at Prime Healthcare Services face high-acuity patients requiring constant monitoring and rapid decision-making. Unlike general nursing roles, ICU RNs manage complex hemodynamic parameters and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver critical care, emphasizing advanced skills and emotional resilience.
Proficiency in interpreting cardiac rhythms, advanced life support certifications like ACLS, and familiarity with ventilator management are key. Critical thinking under pressure and effective communication with physicians also distinguish successful ICU RNs from other nursing professionals.
Yes, ICU nurses often progress into critical care specialty certifications such as CCRN, pursue nurse practitioner roles focused on acute care, or lead ICU nurse educator positions. This specialization opens doors to higher responsibility within fast-paced clinical environments.
Starting salary considers experience level, certifications like BLS and ACLS, educational background including BSN degrees, and local market demand in Anaheim, CA. The estimated compensation rate is around $63.42 per hour but can vary with negotiation and qualifications.
Anaheim's healthcare sector, particularly acute care hospitals, shows steady demand for ICU nurses due to its population size and regional health needs. This demand supports job stability and opportunities for Registered Nurses specializing in critical care.
Anaheim ICU nurses often manage diverse patient populations with complex comorbidities, influenced by local demographics. Additionally, balancing high patient volumes and California’s strict healthcare regulations requires adaptability and ongoing education.
Prime Healthcare Services offers resources such as access to critical care training programs, support for ACLS and BLS renewal, and encourages professional development through nurse residency initiatives specific to ICU nursing competencies.
The company fosters a compassionate environment emphasizing teamwork and community impact. ICU RNs benefit from a supportive culture that values quality care and offers flexible per diem scheduling to accommodate work-life balance.
Yes, new graduate RNs at Prime Healthcare Services can participate in nurse residency programs tailored to ICU care, combining hands-on mentorship and critical care education, which accelerates skill acquisition and confidence in high-stress ICU settings.
Candidates with a current RN license, ACLS and BLS certification, critical care courses, and ideally CCRN certification stand out. A BSN degree and prior acute care experience enhance competitiveness for ICU nursing roles.