Critical Care RN w/ Hiring Bonus

Northwest Ambulance•Burlington, 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 to critical care patients during interfacility transports. The nurse 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, and support from a Clinical Manager and Nurse Educator. Paid training and continuing education are provided. The position generally involves 24-hour shifts. Full-time schedules are based on a standard 48-hour work week, may include an assigned debit day in week four, and include overtime compensation in accordance with applicable labor laws. This is a safety-sensitive position with responsibilities that directly affect patients, coworkers, and the public. An EMT-B bridge course is offered upon hire.

Requirements

Active, 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 effectively in a fast-paced, 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 and perform the physical tasks related to Emergency Medical Services duty.

Nice To Haves

CEN and/or CCRN certification.
Patient transport experience.
BSN.

Responsibilities

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.
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 company standards.
Follow Northwest Ambulance 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 at 1.5 times the regular rate for regular, non-exempt field employees scheduled to work designated holidays.
401(k) with employer matching up to 5% of salary.
Paid time off, accrued at 2.3–4.7 hours per 40 hours worked based on years of experience.
Uniforms provided.
Educational reimbursement of $1,200 per year of the contract for eligible nursing-related courses, events, and specialized certification test or recertification fees, subject to pre-authorization.
Hiring bonus of $12,000, $15,000, or $20,000 depending on qualifications, paid in four installments subject to employment, hours, and eligibility milestones.
Paid training and continuing education.