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. The program operates in Los Angeles and Orange Counties, and staff must meet the minimum requirements of LA County EMS Reference No. 414 for Specialty Care Transport Providers. The role involves providing Basic and Advanced Life Support to high-risk patients, often moving between hospitals or other facilities. Patients may require cardiac and respiratory monitoring, IV-infused medications, and ventilators. CCT nurses work alongside specially trained EMTs and provide clinical leadership and mentoring to crew members. Premier Ambulance provides non-emergency and 9-1-1 ambulance services and participates in regular strike team deployments. Shifts may be 10, 11, or 12 hours, with daily overtime paid for hours worked beyond eight hours. The position is per diem and based in Brea, California.
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 relevant critical care area within the previous 24 months before employment as a transport nurse; the posting specifies two years of Emergency Room Critical Care or ICU experience in 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.
Nice To Haves
- CCRN, CEN, or other 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 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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