CCT Registered Nurse
About The Position
Premier Ambulance is seeking experienced and compassionate Critical Care Transport (CCT) Registered Nurses to provide high-acuity medical care and advanced clinical monitoring during interfacility and specialty transports. CCT nurses provide Basic and Advanced Life Support during high-risk ambulance transports, working alongside specially trained EMTs. Patients may require cardiac and respiratory monitoring, IV-infused medications, or ventilators, and are generally critically ill patients being moved between hospitals or facilities. Premier Ambulance’s Critical Care Program operates in Los Angeles, Orange, and Ventura Counties. Candidates must meet the minimum requirements of LA County EMS Reference No. 414 and the cited Ventura County requirements. The role offers short shifts of 10, 11, or 12 hours, with overtime paid after the eighth hour worked in a day. Premier Ambulance provides non-emergency and 9-1-1 ambulance services and participates in regular strike team deployments.
Requirements
- Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the applicable state.
- Current BLS certification.
- Current ACLS certification.
- NIH Stroke Scale certification within 90 days of hire.
- At least two years of nursing experience in a critical care area relevant to the type of specialty care transports provided (pediatric versus adult), within the previous 24 months before employment as a transport nurse.
- Two years of experience in a critical care environment such as an ER or ICU at a large tertiary care facility providing care to high-acuity patients with a wide range of diagnoses.
- Strong clinical assessment, communication, and critical-thinking skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
- Valid driver's license and ability to meet company driving requirements, if applicable.
- Meet the minimum requirements of LA County EMS Reference No. 414 and the cited Ventura County critical care transport requirements.
Nice To Haves
- CCRN, CEN, or another relevant specialty certification.
- CCT or transport experience.
Responsibilities
- Provide safe, high-quality nursing care throughout critical care transports.
- Assess, monitor, and manage patients with complex and/or critical medical conditions.
- Administer medications, IV therapies, and other treatments within scope of practice and applicable protocols.
- Report problems and unusual occurrences immediately to the CCT Manager.
- Manage and monitor advanced medical equipment and life-support therapies as appropriate.
- Collaborate with physicians, paramedics, respiratory therapists, hospital staff, and other healthcare professionals.
- Maintain accurate patient care documentation and transport records.
- Communicate effectively with sending and receiving facilities, patients, and families.
- Follow Premier Ambulance clinical policies, procedures, protocols, and applicable regulatory requirements.
- Mentor and provide clinical leadership to EMTs on the crew.
- Maintain readiness of the transport unit, medical equipment, and supplies.
Benefits
- Flexible scheduling
- Weekly pay
- Direct deposit
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees
- Paid time off for eligible employees
- 401(k) with employer match
- Free continuing education and skills training
- Certification assistance
- Full uniforms provided
- Opportunities for career advancement
- Support for professional and clinical development
- Daily overtime pay for hours worked beyond eight hours on short shifts
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
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