CCT RN/ Critical Care Transport Registered Nurse

Symbiosis; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 62,508 - 89,027; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick leave

401(k)

Medical, vision, and dental insurance

Job summary

Symbiosis in San Marcos seeks a Critical Care Transport Nurse to provide essential life support, advanced critical care nursing, and direct patient care during transportation. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of ICU or ED experience and necessary certifications.

This full-time, part-time, or per diem role offers a starting salary of $55 per hour and includes benefits like paid sick leave and medical insurance. Successful candidates will work in a fast-paced environment and must hold a valid California Registered Nurse license.

Qualifications

• Current California Registered Nurse license required.
• Must have certifications: ACLS, PALS, BLS.
• Minimum 2 years of ICU or ED experience is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provide essential life support and critical care nursing.
• Direct patient care during inter-facility transportation.
• Utilize critical thinking to manage critically ill or injured patients.
• Collaborate professionally with health personnel and crew members.

Skills

Critical thinking skills

Excellent organizational skills

Interpersonal communication

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Education

Current California Registered Nurse license

ACLS certification

PALS certification

BLS certification

Minimum 2 years of ICU or ED experience

Job description

Responsibilities

• The Critical Care Transport Nurse performs essential life support, advanced life support, and critical care nursing.
• The CCT Transport Nurse provides direct patient care to ill patients who require cardiac monitoring, IV medications, and ventilators during inter‑facility transportation.
• Nurses assess situations and use their expertise to determine the best course of action to support, monitor, and treat patients in critical care situations.
• Provide care requirements aligned within the Registered Nurse scope of practice as defined by the Board of Registered Nursing and per CCT standardized procedure.
• Utilize critical thinking skills to manage the critically ill or injured adult or pediatric patient and support physicians' orders.
• Work collaboratively and professionally with all allied health and public safety personnel as well as fellow crew members.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Current license as a California Registered Nurse.
• Required certifications: ACLS, PALS, BLS.
• Minimum 2 years of ICU or ED experience.

Preferred Skills / Experience

• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to work with individuals of diverse backgrounds to create an effective and congenial working environment.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of standing, walking, and lifting.
• Must be able to lift up to 100 pounds at times with or without assistance.

Job Type: Full Time, Part Time, Per Diem, 24‑Hour Shifts
Salary: Starting at $55 per hour
Start Date: As soon as possible
Location: San Marcos (in person)

Benefits

• Paid sick leave
• 401(k)
• Medical, vision, and dental insurance