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Cardiac Care Unit Nurse Jobs (NOW HIRING)

RN- PCU, days

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

$1.9K - $2.6K/wk

Progressive Cardiac Care Unit (PCCU) Ascension St. Vincent Indianapolis 86 St 48 bed-progressive cardiac care unit Nurse:Patient Ratio 1:4 on days and nights Join Us: Join our family of dedicated ...

Travel Cardiac PCU RN

Richmond, VA · On-site

$2.0K - $2.7K/wk

Cardiac Stepdown * Discipline: RN * Start Date: 09/14/2026 * Duration: 13 weeks * 36 hours per week * Shift: 12 hours, nights * Employment Type: Travel A Progressive Care Unit nurse (PCU nurse) has a ...

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Travel RN PCU Brain/Spine

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

$1.9K - $2.6K/wk

BLS, ACLS, NIH Experience required: 1 Year 48 bed-progressive cardiac care unit. Nurse/Patient Ratio 1:4. Heart Failure ACS/AMI STEMI Post cath Cardiac Arrhythmias Pacemaker/Defibrillator placement ...

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How much do cardiac care unit nurse jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 3, 2026, the average hourly pay for cardiac care unit nurse in the United States is $38.89, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $30.05 and $39.66 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Cardiac Care Unit Nurse vs Critical Care Nurse?

AspectCardiac Care Unit NurseCritical Care Nurse
CredentialsRN license, possibly ACLS, BLS, and cardiac-specific certificationsRN license, ACLS, BLS, and critical care certifications
Work EnvironmentCardiac units, specialized in heart conditionsIntensive care units, various critical conditions
Employer & IndustryHospitals, cardiac centersHospitals, ICU departments
Common Search & ComparisonOften compared due to specialized cardiac focusBroader critical care scope

Both roles require RN licensure and advanced certifications. Cardiac Care Unit Nurses focus on heart-related conditions in specialized units, while Critical Care Nurses handle a wide range of critical illnesses across ICU settings. The main difference lies in their specialization and patient focus.

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Infographic showing various Cardiac Care Unit Nurse job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $80,898 per year, or $38.9 per hour.

Nurse Manager - Cardiac Intensive Care Unit

Trinity Health

Pontiac, MI • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 8 days ago


Trinity Health rating

6.6

Company rating: 6.6 out of 10

Based on 354 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

572nd of 898 rated healthcare providers


Job description

Employment Type:
Full timeShift:
Day Shift
Description:
Position Summary:
3S (CCU) is a complex, 32 bed cardiac/cardiac critical care unit. This unit cares for a highly acute cardiac and surgical patient population. The Nurse Manager is accountable for the management of patient care during a designated timeframe. The responsibilities include coordination and evaluation of care, teaching and delegation of patient activities to the other health care team members via therapeutic use of self, the nursing process, and the environment.
What the Cardiac Care Unit Nurse Manager will do:
  • Serves as a member of the organization's nursing leadership team. Responsible for day-to-day operations, scheduling, staffing and providing 24/7 accountability for patient care delivery, planning, and evaluation of services of one or more clinical areas.
  • Participates in and supports strategic development and outcomes management of nursing clinical areas.
  • Responsible for review and evaluation of operations and services in accordance with business requirements, marketplace trends and technological needs.
  • Provides clinical and administrative leadership for planning, organizing, directing, monitoring and evaluating safe, superior and preeminent quality patient care to ensure the advancement of clinical practice and patient care for a nursing unit that is consistent with the ANA Scope of Practice, American Organization of Nurse Leaders (AONL) Nurse Leader/Manager competencies, and American Nurses Credentialing Center Magnet Standards.
  • Collaborate with and support director and key leaders, groups and stakeholder audiences in the development and implementation of operational plans, goals and objectives.

What the Cardiac Care Unit Nurse Manager will need:
  • State of Michigan Registered Nursing license required
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree required. Master's degree in nursing, Business or Health Administration preferred.
  • Experience: Minimum of three years' leadership experience in a related health care setting, five preferred.

Trinity Health Oakland, located in Pontiac, Michigan, is a leading community hospital recognized for advanced emergency care and specialty services. Our Emergency Department is a Level II Trauma Center and Certified Stroke Center, serving more than 60,000 patients annually and currently undergoing a major renovation and expansion to enhance patient experience and care delivery.
Benefits:
  • Competitive compensation and participation in the Management Incentive Program.
  • Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Life Insurance, Short and Long-term Disability.
  • Benefits effective Day One! No waiting periods.
  • Retirement savings plan with employer match.
  • Opportunity for growth and advancement throughout Trinity Health
  • Tuition Reimbursement

Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

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Trinity Health Ann Arbor is a 537 -bed teaching hospital located on 340 acre campus. Recognized by IBM Watson as a Top 100 Hospital and #1 Teaching Hospital, Trinity Health Ann Arbor has been a leading health care provider for more than 100 years. Trinity Health has received numerous local and national awards in recognition of our leadership, quality outcomes, and clinical excellence.

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Health care and social assistance

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Livonia, MI, US