Critical Care RN w/ Hiring Bonus

Northwest Ambulance • Mountlake Terrace, WA

5d • $121,469 - $190,000

About The Position

Northwest Ambulance is hiring a Critical Care Transport RN to provide mobile ICU-level care during interfacility transports. The RN works with an Emergency Medical Technician and Dispatch to respond to assigned calls, assess patients, and supervise ongoing patient care, assessment, and treatment en route to the receiving facility. The role offers one-patient-at-a-time care, predictable schedules, clinical autonomy, 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, determined by length of licensure. Based on a standard 48-hour work week, estimated annual compensation is $140,000–$190,000; for 1-on-3-off schedules without a debit day in the fourth week, the estimated annual salary is $121,469–$164,829. 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 four installments subject to employment, hours, and good-standing milestones.

The position is safety-sensitive and requires duties that 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 certification prior to 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 in patient care equipment.
• Ability to understand and retain instructions in a timely and accurate manner.

Nice To Haves

• CEN and/or CCRN certification.
• Patient transport experience.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).

Responsibilities

• Respond to assigned calls with an Emergency Medical Technician and Dispatch.
• Assess patients and provide critical care or advanced life support nursing during interfacility transport.
• Supervise patient care, ongoing assessment, and treatment en route to the receiving facility.
• Deliver care using critical care nursing skills, ACLS protocols, company protocols, transport orders, and pharmacological knowledge.
• 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, timely documentation in accordance with company policy.
• Maintain vehicles, stations, communications equipment, medical equipment, and supplies to Northwest Ambulance 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, dental, and vision insurance.
• Premium holiday pay at 1.5 times the regular rate for regular, non-exempt field employees scheduled to work designated holidays.
• 401(k) 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.
• Company-provided uniforms.
• Educational reimbursement of up to $1,200 each year of the contract for eligible nursing courses, events, specialized certification test and recertification fees, and related approved education expenses.
• Paid training and continuing education.

What This Job Offers

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