Registered Nurse, RN - Cardiac Cath
Company : Centinela Hospital Medical Center
Location : Inglewood, CA, 90301
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 30 December 2025
Overview
Centinela Hospital Medical Center has been serving the communities of Inglewood and the wider Los Angeles area for nearly 100 years. An award-winning facility, ranking in the top 5% nationally for quality and patient safety, Centinela Hospital is a 362-bed acute-care hospital with a 24-hour emergency department and primary stroke center, orthopedic care, advanced cardiac services, critical care services, robotics surgery program, inpatient and outpatient rehab programs, labor and delivery, and more.
Join an award-winning team of dedicated professionals committed to our core values of quality, compassion and community!
Why Prime Healthcare? Centinela 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.
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Centinela has earned hundreds of national awards and recognitions, including "100 Top Hospital" recognition from Fortune/Merative and straight 'A's (2018-2022) for hospital safety from The Leapfrog Group. For more information, visit www.centinelamed.com.
Centinela 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
- 401K retirement plan
- Outstanding Medical
- Dental
- Vision Coverage
- Tuition Reimbursement
- 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.
Responsibilities
The Registered Nurse is directly responsible for the care given to his/her assigned patients. He/She communicates 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 valid CA Registered Nurse License
2. Completion of Critical Care Course preferred
3. Current BCLS certificate
4. Current ACLS certificate
5. Previous Critical Care experience preferred
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Centinela 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 $48.08 to $68.69. 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.
Pay Transparency
Centinela 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 $48.08 to $68.69. 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
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Frequently asked questions
Nurses specializing in cardiac cath labs focus on invasive cardiac procedures, hemodynamic monitoring, and managing patients undergoing diagnostic or interventional catheterization. This role demands advanced cardiac care skills, quick response to acute changes, and familiarity with cath lab technology, setting it apart from general nursing duties.
Beyond a valid CA RN license, certifications such as ACLS and BCLS are pivotal. Completion of critical care courses and prior critical care experience significantly boost a candidate's expertise, ensuring readiness to handle complex cardiac emergencies typical in cath lab environments.
Progression often includes roles like Cardiac Nurse Practitioner, Cath Lab Educator, or Clinical Nurse Specialist. Gaining experience in advanced cardiac procedures and leadership roles within cardiac units can open opportunities for specialized or managerial positions in cardiovascular care.
Centinela Hospital provides tailored benefits including tuition reimbursement, a 401k plan, and extensive medical, dental, and vision coverage. Their commitment to flexible benefits accommodates personalized employee needs, which is especially valued in demanding roles like cardiac cath nursing.
The hospital ranks in the top 5% nationally for quality and patient safety, providing cardiac cath nurses with robust protocols, ongoing training, and access to cutting-edge technology. This environment fosters adherence to best practices crucial for cardiac care excellence.
Inglewood’s growing healthcare demand combined with Centinela’s reputation creates moderate competition for cardiac cath RN roles. Candidates with specialized cardiac certifications and local experience generally have a competitive edge in the recruitment process.
Inglewood’s proximity to Los Angeles can entail heavy traffic during peak hours. Nurses should assess commute times from their residence, consider public transit options, and possibly flexible shift start times to ease travel stress and maintain work-life balance.
The salary typically ranges between $48.08 to $68.69 per hour, reflecting factors like experience, certifications, and licensure. This competitive pay scale aligns with the high responsibility and specialized skills required for cardiac cath nursing in the Los Angeles area.
While Centinela prefers candidates with critical care course completion, they also support ongoing education through tuition reimbursement. Nurses are encouraged to maintain current BCLS and ACLS certifications to stay proficient in life-saving cardiac procedures.
Centinela offers a unique blend of a top-ranked safety environment, comprehensive benefits, and a community-focused culture. Compared to other facilities, it emphasizes quality care with advanced cardiac services and robust employee support, making it a sought-after place for cardiac nursing professionals.