Critical Care RN w/ Hiring Bonus

Northwest Ambulance • Fife, WA

5d • $121,469 - $190,000

About The Position

Northwest Ambulance is hiring a Critical Care Transport RN to provide mobile ICU-level nursing care during interfacility transports. The RN works with an Emergency Medical Technician and Dispatch to respond to assigned calls, assess patients, and supervise their care, ongoing assessment, and treatment en route to the receiving facility. The role offers one-patient-at-a-time care, clinical autonomy, predictable schedules, paid training and continuing education, and dedicated support from a Clinical Manager and Nurse Educator.

Shifts are generally 24 hours in duration. The hourly wage is $51.91–$70.44, based on length of licensure. Estimated annual compensation is $140,000–$190,000 on a standard 48-hour work week, or $121,469–$164,829 for 1-on-3-off schedules without a debit day in the fourth week. Full-time schedules include overtime compensation in accordance with applicable labor laws. Experienced nurses may qualify for a hiring bonus of $12,000, $15,000, or $20,000, paid in installments subject to employment, hours, qualifications, and good-standing requirements.

This is a safety-sensitive position whose duties directly affect patients, coworkers, and the public. Northwest Ambulance is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides reasonable accommodations upon request for candidates with disabilities participating in the application or interview process.

Requirements

• Active and unencumbered RN license.
• At least 3 years of experience in a critical care or emergency department environment.
• ACLS and PALS certifications before hire.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and delegate when necessary.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and stressful environment.
• Ability to calculate weight and volume ratios and read small print.
• Ability to read and converse in English.
• Ability to read road maps, street signs, and address numbers.
• Ability to document information in writing in the prescribed format.
• Ability to learn, use, and become proficient with patient care equipment.
• Ability to understand and retain instructions in a timely and accurate manner.
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds at times.
• Ability to bend and stoop, sit and stand for extended periods, and perform tasks requiring hand-eye-foot coordination, color recognition, and manual dexterity.

Nice To Haves

• Certified CEN and/or CCRN.
• Patient transport experience.
• BSN.

Responsibilities

• Respond to assigned calls with an Emergency Medical Technician and Dispatch.
• Assess patients and provide critical care or advanced life support during interfacility transport.
• Deliver care using critical care nursing skills, ACLS protocols, company protocols, transport orders, and pharmacological knowledge.
• Supervise patient care, ongoing assessment, and treatment en route to the receiving facility.
• Coordinate with physicians, nurses, allied health staff, patients, and family members to maintain a safe transport environment.
• Safely lift, transfer, and maneuver patients in and out of ambulances, facilities, and residences.
• Operate the emergency vehicle safely and respond to dispatch instructions.
• Complete accurate and timely documentation in accordance with company policy.
• Maintain vehicles, stations, communications equipment, medical equipment, and supplies to company standards.
• Follow company policies and procedures, including Washington State and County EMS protocols.
• Attend and participate in continuing education.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of patient information and company operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Holiday premium pay of 1.5 times the regular rate for eligible regular, non-exempt field employees scheduled to work designated holidays.
• 401(k) program with employer matching up to 5% of salary.
• Paid time off of 2.3–4.7 hours per 40 hours worked, based on years of experience.
• Uniforms provided.
• Educational reimbursement of up to $1,200 per year for eligible full-time nurses, subject to pre-authorization and the stated terms.
• Paid training and continuing education.
• Hiring bonus for qualifying experienced nurses.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed