CCT Registered Nurse

Premier Medical Transport Inc; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Weekly pay

Direct deposit

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with employer match

Continuing education and training

Certification assistance

Uniforms provided

Job summary

Premier Ambulance seeks experienced Critical Care Transport Registered Nurses (RNs) to join our Riverside County team. The CCT RN delivers high-acuity medical care and advanced monitoring during interfacility transports and specialty moves.

Requirements include a current California RN license, BLS/ACLS/PALS or PEPP, and either 2 years ICU/ER or 2 years CCTRN experience in the past 3 years. Ongoing education and professional growth are supported.

Qualifications

• Active California RN license.
• BLS, ACLS and PALS or PEPP certifications.
• 2 years ICU/ER or 2 years of CCTRN experience within last 3 years.
• Strong ability to work high-acuity interfacility transports.
• Valid driver’s license and driving eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-acuity nursing care during critical care transports.
• Monitor and manage advanced life-support equipment and ventilators.
• Administer medications and IV therapies within protocol.
• Collaborate with physicians, EMS personnel, and hospital staff.
• Maintain accurate transport documentation and communicate with facilities.

Skills

Critical care nursing

Interfacility transport

BLS certification

ACLS certification

PALS/PEPP certification

NIH Stroke Scale proficiency

Driver's license

Education

California RN license

Job description

Premier Ambulance is seeking experienced and compassionate Critical Care Transport (CCT) Registered Nurses (RNs) to join our team. The CCT RN provides high-acuity medical care and advanced clinical monitoring to patients during interfacility and specialty transports.***IMPORTANT-PLEASE READ BEFORE YOU APPLY***The Critical Care Program for Primary Ambulance operates in Riverside County. All RN staff considered for employment must meet the following minimum requirements:Riverside County EMS Policy No. 6401: Inter-facility TransferFor more information visit: https://rivcoready.org/sites/g/files/aldnop181/files/2023-10/6401.pdfCritical Care Transfer / Minimum Requirements for Registered Nurse personnelCurrent American Heart Association BLS, ACLS and PALS or PEPP certification. One of the following courses will be required within 6 months of hire: Trauma Nurse Core Curriculum (TNCC), Advanced Trauma Care for Nurses (ATCN) or Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS).A minimum of two (2) years full time experience as RN AND either two (2) years of full time ICU/ED experience OR two (2) years of full-time experience as a CCTRN with a CCT provider in the previous three (3) years prior to employment with the CCT ambulance provider.Certification in any of the following is desirable but not required: Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN); Certified Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN); Certified Transport Registered Nurse (CTRN); Mobile Intensive Care Nurse (MICN); Neonatal Resuscitation Provider (NRP).Critical Care Transport Nurses utilize their training and experience to provide Basic and Advanced Life Support during high-risk ambulance transport. Working alongside specially trained EMTs, the CCT Transport Nurse provides direct patient care to patients that may require cardiac and respiratory monitoring, IV-infused medications, and ventilators. Transports are generally for critically ill patients who are being moved between hospitals and/or facilities.Competitive compensation with daily overtime paid for all hours worked over 8 hours on short shifts (10-, 11- or 12-hour shifts) Premier Ambulance pays overtime after the 8th hour worked in a day.Premier provides non-emergency, 9-1-1 ambulance services and participates in regular strike team deployments.Essential ResponsibilitiesProvide 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 any 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.Mentoring and providing clinical leadership to the EMTs on the crew.Maintain readiness of the transport unit, medical equipment, and supplies.Employment BenefitsFlexible schedulingWeekly payDirect depositMedical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employeesPaid time off for eligible employees401(k) with employer matchFree continuing education and skills trainingCertification assistanceFull uniforms providedOpportunities for career advancementSupport for professional and clinical developmentCurrent, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the applicable state.Current BLS certification.Current ACLS certification.NIH Stroke Scale (Within 90 days of hire) * Two years of experience in a critical care environment (ER, ICU) in a large tertiary care facility that provides high acuity patients with a wide range of diagnoses.CCRN, CEN, or other relevant specialty certification preferred.CCT/transport experience preferred.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.Emergency Room Critical Care or ICU: 2 years (Required)Premier Ambulance is proud to be accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Ambulance Services (CAAS).CAAS accreditation recognizes ambulance service providers that meet rigorous standards for quality, safety, patient care, and operational excellence. These standards are designed to promote high-quality EMS practices and may exceed applicable regulatory requirements.