Cardiac Care Unit Nurse Jobs
Cardiac Care Unit Nurse jobs are open across hospitals, health systems, and specialty cardiac centers, from new-grad RN to senior CCU and charge nurse, with specializations in post-cardiac surgery care, telemetry monitoring, and heart failure management. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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NursingGreat nursing careers start with great training. Nurses at Banner Health enjoy some of the best on-the-job training in the industry. We care about you, your nursing career today and your future. Apply today and build your career.
Since 2018, the New Graduate RN Residency Program at Banner Health has been accredited by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) as a Practice Transition Accreditation Program® (PTAP). Banner Health’s New Nurse Experience (NNE) provides a collaborative learning environment where you can refine your nursing skills, enhance your knowledge, and transition from a new graduate to a fully competent, professional nurse at Banner Health.
About our program:
The Banner Health New Nurse Experience is a full-time Registered Nurse position that assists you in transitioning from a new graduate to a fully competent, professional nurse at Banner Health. This program provides a collaborative learning environment in which you can refine your nursing skills, enhance your knowledge, and develop new personal and professional relationships.
Successful candidates will be placed in specific units at Banner Health facilities to be clinically mentored by unit staff and educators. We offer all of our New Grads multiple Career Pathways and development opportunities to achieve your long-term career goals. Whether you are wanting to go into a specialty unit, leadership roles, non-bedside nursing opportunities, or any other sector of nursing - we will help you get there! The expectation is that you will stay on your NNE unit for at least 12 months to get a full and comprehensive training experience! New Grads will also need to live within a reasonable commute distance of the facility they are hired into.
Most new nurses will work three 12 hour shifts, which will include weekend and holiday rotations with other staff members.
Program Activities Include:
Clinical experiences with a preceptor
Training in our state-of-the-art Banner Simulation Center
Competency and skills assessment and verification
Orientation to the Cerner electronic medical health record system
Patient care skills lab that provides hands-on experience with equipment
e-Learning modules
Resources for professional and personal development
Requirements to Apply Online:
Recent or Upcoming graduation from an accredited nursing program
BSN is preferred - open to ADN at select locations
Current BLS card (through either American Heart Association, Red Cross, or ASHI) or ability to obtain certification before a start date
No More than 12 months of RN experience
Previous healthcare experience is preferred
Please note the email you apply with is where all updates and information will be sent to, even after you graduate. We recommend applying with a personal email rather than a school email address.
Application Deadlines/Process:
It is recommended that you apply no earlier than 50 days prior to your graduation date.
Benefits/Compensation:
This is a full time, benefitted, and paid position. Enjoy a flat rate $1.50/hour weekend shift differential and a 15% night shift differential when applicable. All New Grad RN positions are eligible for Banner Health’s “Total Rewards Compensation Package”, which includes Health/Dental/Vision insurance (if employee desires), PTO/Sick time accrual, 401K, and a long list of other benefits. Benefits begin the 1st of the month following your start date.
Joining the Cardiac Progressive Care Unit team as a Registered Nurse New Graduate you can expect to work 3 -12 hours shifts on a fast paced unit alongside team members whose goal is keeping patients at the center of the focus. Our cardiac services focus on what matters most to the health and well-being of your heart. Being a part of a patient focused Progressive Care team, you will get the opportunity to care for not only people in your community but the entire state of Wyoming, strengthening hearts to get back to daily living.
This is a full time position working 3 - 12 hour shifts a week, there are day and night opportunities!
POSITION SUMMARY
This position assesses, plans, implements, evaluates and documents nursing care of patients in accordance with organizational policies and in accordance with standards of professional nursing practice utilizing the framework for professional nursing practice and development. This position is accountable for the quality of nursing services delivered by self or others who are under their direction. This position utilizes specialized knowledge, judgment, and nursing skills necessary to assess data and plan, provide and evaluate care appropriate to the physical and developmental age of assigned patients.
CORE FUNCTIONS
1. Assesses patient physical, psychological, social, spiritual, educational, developmental, cultural and discharge planning needs. Reviews patient history and physical with patient/family and assures completion within appropriate timeframe. Reviews available information obtained by other health care team members. Reviews diagnostics and laboratory data and reports abnormal results to the physician(s) and other appropriate caregivers. Completes assessment and reassessments according to patient need and as outlined in policy.
2. Formulates a plan of care, including the discharge plan, utilizing assessment data and patient, family and health team input. Initiates a plan of care based on patient-specific needs, assessment data and the medical plan of care. Goals for patient are realistic, measurable and developed in conjunction with the patient/family. Considers the physical, cultural, psychosocial, spiritual, age specific and educational needs of the patient in the plan of are. Plans care in collaboration with members of the multidisciplinary team. Reviews and revises the plan of care to reflect changing patient needs based on evaluation of the patient’s status.
3. Implements the plan of care through direct patient care, coordination, delegation and supervision of the activities of the health care team. Provides care based on physician orders and the nursing plan of care, in compliance with policies and procedures, standards of care, and regulatory agency requirements. Delegates appropriately, and provides nursing supervision in the provision of care to patients by other licensed nurses and other personnel. Promotes continuity of care by accurately and completely communicating to other caregivers the status of patients for whom care is provided.
4. Evaluates the patient's and family's response to care and teaching, and revises the plan of care as needed. Evaluates patient progress towards goals and expected outcomes in collaboration with other health care team members. Evaluates patient's response and the effectiveness of patient teaching.
5. Documents assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation in the patient record. Documentation is legible, timely and in accordance with policy. Documentation reflects objective/subjective data, nursing interventions and patient's response to treatment. Notes physician orders accurately and in a timely manner.
6. Provides care based on the best evidence available and may participate in research activities within clinical practice. Participates in unit or facility shared leadership. Interacts and participates in the education, role development, and orientation of facility personnel, patients, students, families and visitors. Promotes/supports growth of others through precepting and mentoring when appropriate.
7. Contributes to society through activities that lead to excellent patient outcomes through timely, effective, efficient, equitable, and safe care. Actively participates in the improvement of national nursing quality indicators and outcomes. Such activities may include participating in professional organizations.
8. In some roles, this position may supervise staff and work flow of the department.
9.Interacts with all levels of staff in a variety of departments, physicians, patients, families and external contacts, such as employees of other health care institutions, community providers and agencies, concerning the health care of the patient. Interacts with other health care providers in numerous settings in order to report and ask for or clarify information. Also works with clergy to provide spiritual support. Synthesizes and prioritizes data from multiple sources to provide support for the human response of the patient and family to changes in health status.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
This position requires graduation from an accredited nursing program, including an Associate's, Bachelor's, or Master's degree in Nursing, or the completion of a specialized nursing diploma program that includes at least two years of specialized training and/or experience.
Must possess a current, valid RN license in state of practice, temporary/interim RN license in state of practice, or compact RN licensure for current state of practice. BLS certification is required. Additional certification or continuing education may be required based on area of practice.
Relates throughout the interview process the experience, training and education needed to perform the job. Experience in the clinical area for which he or she is applying is desired. Must maintain clinical performance competencies appropriate to the area in which they work as demonstrated through annual validations. Banner Registry and Travel acute care positions require a minimum of one year experience in an acute care hospital setting. Experience must include working in an acute care setting within the past 12 months as a Registered Nurse in the specialty area. Banner Registry and Travel physician practice positions require a minimum of one year experience as a Registered Nurse in a physician practice or an acute care setting.
In a Home Health setting, team members must be able to operate personal vehicle and possess a valid driver's license. Auto insurance coverage is also required to be active and maintained.
Employees working at Banner Behavioral Health Hospital, BTMC Behavioral or BUMG, BUMCT in a Behavioral Health clinical setting that serves children must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment. An Arizona Criminal History Affidavit must be signed upon hire. Employees working at BUMCS in a Behavioral Health clinical setting must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment. Employees working for Banner Home Care AZ must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment. Employees working in any Banner Staffing (BSS) Behavioral Health role in Arizona must possess a State of Arizona Department of Public Safety Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree preferred. Professional certification preferred.
Additional related education and/or experience preferred.
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Primary City/State:
Casper, WyomingDepartment Name:
PCU-HospWork Shift:
DayJob Category:
NursingGreat nursing careers start with great training. Nurses at Banner Health enjoy some of the best on-the-job training in the industry. We care about you, your nursing career today and your future. Apply today and build your career.
Since 2018, the New Graduate RN Residency Program at Banner Health has been accredited by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) as a Practice Transition Accreditation Program® (PTAP). Banner Health’s New Nurse Experience (NNE) provides a collaborative learning environment where you can refine your nursing skills, enhance your knowledge, and transition from a new graduate to a fully competent, professional nurse at Banner Health.
About our program:
The Banner Health New Nurse Experience is a full-time Registered Nurse position that assists you in transitioning from a new graduate to a fully competent, professional nurse at Banner Health. This program provides a collaborative learning environment in which you can refine your nursing skills, enhance your knowledge, and develop new personal and professional relationships.
Successful candidates will be placed in specific units at Banner Health facilities to be clinically mentored by unit staff and educators. We offer all of our New Grads multiple Career Pathways and development opportunities to achieve your long-term career goals. Whether you are wanting to go into a specialty unit, leadership roles, non-bedside nursing opportunities, or any other sector of nursing - we will help you get there! The expectation is that you will stay on your NNE unit for at least 12 months to get a full and comprehensive training experience! New Grads will also need to live within a reasonable commute distance of the facility they are hired into.
Most new nurses will work three 12 hour shifts, which will include weekend and holiday rotations with other staff members.
Program Activities Include:
Clinical experiences with a preceptor
Training in our state-of-the-art Banner Simulation Center
Competency and skills assessment and verification
Orientation to the Cerner electronic medical health record system
Patient care skills lab that provides hands-on experience with equipment
e-Learning modules
Resources for professional and personal development
Requirements to Apply Online:
Recent or Upcoming graduation from an accredited nursing program
BSN is preferred - open to ADN at select locations
Current BLS card (through either American Heart Association, Red Cross, or ASHI) or ability to obtain certification before a start date
No More than 12 months of RN experience
Previous healthcare experience is preferred
Please note the email you apply with is where all updates and information will be sent to, even after you graduate. We recommend applying with a personal email rather than a school email address.
Application Deadlines/Process:
It is recommended that you apply no earlier than 50 days prior to your graduation date.
Benefits/Compensation:
This is a full time, benefitted, and paid position. Enjoy a flat rate $1.50/hour weekend shift differential and a 15% night shift differential when applicable. All New Grad RN positions are eligible for Banner Health’s “Total Rewards Compensation Package”, which includes Health/Dental/Vision insurance (if employee desires), PTO/Sick time accrual, 401K, and a long list of other benefits. Benefits begin the 1st of the month following your start date.
Joining the Cardiac Progressive Care Unit team as a Registered Nurse New Graduate you can expect to work 3 -12 hours shifts on a fast paced unit alongside team members whose goal is keeping patients at the center of the focus. Our cardiac services focus on what matters most to the health and well-being of your heart. Being a part of a patient focused Progressive Care team, you will get the opportunity to care for not only people in your community but the entire state of Wyoming, strengthening hearts to get back to daily living.
This is a full time position working 3 - 12 hour shifts a week, there are day and night opportunities!
POSITION SUMMARY
This position assesses, plans, implements, evaluates and documents nursing care of patients in accordance with organizational policies and in accordance with standards of professional nursing practice utilizing the framework for professional nursing practice and development. This position is accountable for the quality of nursing services delivered by self or others who are under their direction. This position utilizes specialized knowledge, judgment, and nursing skills necessary to assess data and plan, provide and evaluate care appropriate to the physical and developmental age of assigned patients.
CORE FUNCTIONS
1. Assesses patient physical, psychological, social, spiritual, educational, developmental, cultural and discharge planning needs. Reviews patient history and physical with patient/family and assures completion within appropriate timeframe. Reviews available information obtained by other health care team members. Reviews diagnostics and laboratory data and reports abnormal results to the physician(s) and other appropriate caregivers. Completes assessment and reassessments according to patient need and as outlined in policy.
2. Formulates a plan of care, including the discharge plan, utilizing assessment data and patient, family and health team input. Initiates a plan of care based on patient-specific needs, assessment data and the medical plan of care. Goals for patient are realistic, measurable and developed in conjunction with the patient/family. Considers the physical, cultural, psychosocial, spiritual, age specific and educational needs of the patient in the plan of are. Plans care in collaboration with members of the multidisciplinary team. Reviews and revises the plan of care to reflect changing patient needs based on evaluation of the patient’s status.
3. Implements the plan of care through direct patient care, coordination, delegation and supervision of the activities of the health care team. Provides care based on physician orders and the nursing plan of care, in compliance with policies and procedures, standards of care, and regulatory agency requirements. Delegates appropriately, and provides nursing supervision in the provision of care to patients by other licensed nurses and other personnel. Promotes continuity of care by accurately and completely communicating to other caregivers the status of patients for whom care is provided.
4. Evaluates the patient's and family's response to care and teaching, and revises the plan of care as needed. Evaluates patient progress towards goals and expected outcomes in collaboration with other health care team members. Evaluates patient's response and the effectiveness of patient teaching.
5. Documents assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation in the patient record. Documentation is legible, timely and in accordance with policy. Documentation reflects objective/subjective data, nursing interventions and patient's response to treatment. Notes physician orders accurately and in a timely manner.
6. Provides care based on the best evidence available and may participate in research activities within clinical practice. Participates in unit or facility shared leadership. Interacts and participates in the education, role development, and orientation of facility personnel, patients, students, families and visitors. Promotes/supports growth of others through precepting and mentoring when appropriate.
7. Contributes to society through activities that lead to excellent patient outcomes through timely, effective, efficient, equitable, and safe care. Actively participates in the improvement of national nursing quality indicators and outcomes. Such activities may include participating in professional organizations.
8. In some roles, this position may supervise staff and work flow of the department.
9.Interacts with all levels of staff in a variety of departments, physicians, patients, families and external contacts, such as employees of other health care institutions, community providers and agencies, concerning the health care of the patient. Interacts with other health care providers in numerous settings in order to report and ask for or clarify information. Also works with clergy to provide spiritual support. Synthesizes and prioritizes data from multiple sources to provide support for the human response of the patient and family to changes in health status.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
This position requires graduation from an accredited nursing program, including an Associate's, Bachelor's, or Master's degree in Nursing, or the completion of a specialized nursing diploma program that includes at least two years of specialized training and/or experience.
Must possess a current, valid RN license in state of practice, temporary/interim RN license in state of practice, or compact RN licensure for current state of practice. BLS certification is required. Additional certification or continuing education may be required based on area of practice.
Relates throughout the interview process the experience, training and education needed to perform the job. Experience in the clinical area for which he or she is applying is desired. Must maintain clinical performance competencies appropriate to the area in which they work as demonstrated through annual validations. Banner Registry and Travel acute care positions require a minimum of one year experience in an acute care hospital setting. Experience must include working in an acute care setting within the past 12 months as a Registered Nurse in the specialty area. Banner Registry and Travel physician practice positions require a minimum of one year experience as a Registered Nurse in a physician practice or an acute care setting.
In a Home Health setting, team members must be able to operate personal vehicle and possess a valid driver's license. Auto insurance coverage is also required to be active and maintained.
Employees working at Banner Behavioral Health Hospital, BTMC Behavioral or BUMG, BUMCT in a Behavioral Health clinical setting that serves children must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment. An Arizona Criminal History Affidavit must be signed upon hire. Employees working at BUMCS in a Behavioral Health clinical setting must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment. Employees working for Banner Home Care AZ must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment. Employees working in any Banner Staffing (BSS) Behavioral Health role in Arizona must possess a State of Arizona Department of Public Safety Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree preferred. Professional certification preferred.
Additional related education and/or experience preferred.
EEO Statement:
EEO/Disabled/Veterans
Our organization supports a drug-free work environment.
Privacy Policy:
Privacy Policy
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Who's Hiring
- Sentara14
- Deaconess Health System5
- Geisinger4
- UF Health4
- Bon Secours4
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Education
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in cardiac care unit nurse jobs.
- Active RN license in the state of employment
- Current BLS and ACLS certification required
- Minimum one to two years of ICU or CCU bedside experience
- CCRN certification preferred or required by most health systems
- Proficiency in hemodynamic monitoring and vasoactive medication titration
- Experience with telemetry interpretation, ventilator management, and cardiac devices such as IABP
Tips for Your Cardiac Care Unit Nurse Job Search
Tailor your resume to CCU-specific skills
Highlight hemodynamic monitoring, vasoactive drip titration, and Swan-Ganz catheter experience by name. Hiring managers scan for these terms fast, so placing them in a dedicated skills section beats burying them inside bullet points under each job.
List every relevant certification clearly
CCRN, BLS, ACLS, and PALS credentials belong in a dedicated certifications section with expiration dates. Some postings screen out applicants whose certs expire within 90 days, so show that yours are current without making recruiters dig for it.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists cardiac care unit nurse openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by unit acuity level
CCU job descriptions vary widely from step-down telemetry to level-one cardiac ICU. Read each posting for patient-to-nurse ratios and ventilator or IABP requirements before applying, so your cover letter addresses the acuity level the team actually works with.
Prepare for scenario-based interview questions
CCU interviews lean heavily on STAR-format clinical scenarios: cardiogenic shock management, rapid rhythm interpretation, and code leadership. Run through two or three real cases from your own practice so your answers include specific interventions and patient outcomes, not just textbook protocols.
Negotiate for shift differentials and on-call terms
CCU positions frequently include mandatory call or rotating nights. Before accepting an offer, confirm the differential rate for evenings, nights, and weekends in writing, and clarify how on-call hours are counted toward your weekly total to avoid surprises on your first paycheck.
Cardiac Care Unit Nurse Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most cardiac care unit nurses?
The companies hiring the most cardiac care unit nurses right now include Sentara, Deaconess Health System, and Geisinger, with the largest share of openings in Virginia, Ohio, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Large health systems and academic medical centers tend to post the highest volume due to dedicated cardiac surgery and interventional cardiology programs.
How many cardiac care unit nurse jobs are remote?
About 19% of cardiac care unit nurse openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of bedside cardiac care. The sub-areas most compatible with remote or hybrid schedules are cardiac case management, utilization review, and telephonic cardiac disease management roles rather than direct bedside CCU positions.
How do you become a cardiac care unit nurse?
Start by earning an associate or bachelor's degree in nursing and passing the NCLEX-RN to obtain your RN license. Most CCU positions require at least one year of acute care or ICU experience, so beginning in a medical-surgical or progressive care unit builds the foundation. From there, complete ACLS and obtain CCRN certification to become a competitive candidate for dedicated CCU roles.
Can you get a cardiac care unit nurse job with little experience?
Some hospitals offer new-graduate CCU residency or nurse externship programs that place candidates directly into cardiac units with structured preceptorship. Applying to these programs, completing a cardiac nursing clinical rotation during school, and demonstrating ACLS completion gives new grads a realistic path in without prior CCU experience. Smaller community hospitals also tend to be more flexible than large academic centers.
What does the cardiac care unit nurse interview process look like?
Most CCU hiring processes start with a phone screen by a nurse recruiter, followed by a panel interview with the charge nurse and unit manager that focuses on clinical scenario questions around arrhythmia recognition, hemodynamic instability, and emergency response. Some facilities add a skills competency check or shadow shift before extending an offer. The full process typically moves from first contact to offer within a few weeks for experienced candidates.
Where can I find and apply to cardiac care unit nurse jobs?
You can find and apply to cardiac care unit nurse jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience, specialty focus, and preferred location, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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