Critical Care Transport Nurse - Cincinnati, OH

MMT Ambulance•Blue Ash, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

MMT Ambulance is seeking a compassionate Critical Care Transport Nurse to join their growing team in Emergency Medical Services (EMS). This role is integral to the primary care team during ambulance transports, focusing on providing direct patient care, medical transport, and ensuring equipment readiness. The nurse is responsible for assessing call situations, performing patient assessments, obtaining medical reports, determining stabilization needs, performing interventions, and assessing patient responses. They utilize a range of medical supplies, medications, and equipment to deliver high-quality inter-hospital patient care at a critical care/advanced life support level. MMT Ambulance has been innovating for over 35 years, specializing in efficient and reliable interfacility ambulance patient transportation. The company utilizes AI-powered technology and state-of-the-art dispatch centers, boasting a fleet of over 500 vehicles and a workforce of over 3,200 providers dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care 24/7/365.

Requirements

Three (3) years of critical care nursing experience, within the previous 4 years, prior to employment as a critical care transport nurse.
Possess a current RN Licensure.
Graduation from an accredited school of nursing is required.
Possess a current PALS certification.
Current CPR ACLS (AHA) or ALS (American Red Cross) certification.
Current position specific state certification or NREMT specific certification with ability to obtain reciprocity prior to state date.
Valid driver’s license and good driving record.
ICS 100, ICS 200 or willingness to obtain within 1 year of hire.
EVOC or CEVO (2 years’ experience emergency driving).
Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
Self-confidence, emotional stability, good judgment, and tolerance for high stress.
Possess good verbal communication skills.
Ability to handle adverse situations effectively.
Ability to safely operate EMS vehicles and essential equipment.
Bend, sit, kneel, and lift up to 125 lbs; push/pull objects over 50 lbs.
Maintain physical agility for safe patient handling in demanding environments.
Tolerate extended periods of driving or riding in an ambulance.
Perform effectively in physically strenuous and emotionally challenging situations.

Nice To Haves

Recommendation of CEN, and/or CCRN.

Responsibilities

Assess each call situation to determine the best course of action and the most appropriate patient treatment protocol.
Performs a patient assessment, obtains a pertinent medical report from the referral staff, determines the need for stabilization in a collaborative manner, performs interventions, and assesses the patient response to those interventions.
Use medical supplies, medications, equipment and procedures including, but not limited to, defibrillators, EKG monitors, infusion pumps, ventilators, oxygen administration and suction devices, hemodynamic monitoring, intravenous fluids, CPR and other procedures as required to provide the highest quality inter-hospital patient care.
Provide patient care at a critical care/advanced life support level according to MMT Ambulance policies and protocols.
Communicate with hospitals and other receiving facilities in order to receive medical direction and provide critical patient care information.
Communicate treatment and transport information to patients and family in a clear, accurate, and compassionate manner.
Assume a team leader role and take responsibility for scene management when required.
Able to respond to conflict or stressful situations in a positive and constructive manner.
Maintain current licenses and certifications (Registered Nurse, BLS, ACLS, and PALS).
Maintains current knowledge of nurse practice and standards of care.
Educate EMT and paramedic partners on new and changing treatment information.
Maintain the overall condition of the patient care area of the unit in a manner that maintains the MMT Ambulance professional image.
Actively participate in community education programs to maintain the MMT professional image as well as establish strong community relations.
Document all treatment and transport activities in an accurate, concise, and complete manner.
Maintain prompt and regular attendance.
May be required to administer first aid to injured coworkers when necessary.

Benefits

Competitive pay
Flexible schedules
Great benefits
Free continuing education
Health Insurance: Medical, Dental, Vision, Health savings account, and Flexible spending account
Retirement Plans: 401K and Roth 401K, with a company match
Paid Time Off
Employer Paid: Basic Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
Supplemental Plans: Short-Term Disability, Life, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance
Professional Development: Free access to CAPCE-accredited training through our Learning Management System powered by FlightBridge, along with recertification courses for American Heart and American Red Cross, as well as Tuition Reimbursement and Continuous Education