Critical Care RN

Northwest Ambulance Critical Care Transport; Burlington (WA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k with company matching up to 5%

Paid time off accrual

Uniforms provided

Educational reimbursement $1200/year

Job summary

Northwest Ambulance is seeking an experienced Critical Care Transport RN to provide high-level, one-patient-at-a-time care during interfacility transports. You will be core to delivering ICU‑level nursing with strong clinical judgment in a mobile environment.

You will work with an EMS team, adhere to ACLS/PALS standards, and coordinate closely with physicians, nurses, and families. The role offers comprehensive benefits and a strong emphasis on ongoing education and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Active RN license required and unencumbered.
• Minimum 3 years in critical care or ED setting.
• ACLS and PALS certifications required before hire.
• CEN or CCRN preferred.
• BSN preferred; EMT-B bridge offered on hire.
• Experience with patient transport preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide critical care nursing during interfacility transport.
• Deliver care per ACLS protocols and company policies.
• Coordinate with physicians, nurses, and family to ensure safety.
• Safely lift, transfer, and move patients in/around facilities.
• Operate emergency vehicle safely and follow dispatch instructions.
• Document care accurately and timely per policy.
• Maintain equipment, vehicles, and supplies to standards.
• Participate in continuing education and maintain confidentiality.

Skills

RN license

Critical care/ED background

ACLS

PALS

English proficiency

Attention to detail

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Stress management

Education

RN license

3 years in critical care or ED

ACLS & PALS certification

CEN and/or CCRN preferred

BSN preferred

EMT-B bridge course offered

Job description

Looking for an alternative to bedside?

If you're ready for a change from the hospital, there's a place to use your nursing skills where the focus is one patient at a time.

Looking for an alternative to bedside?

If you're ready for a change from the hospital, there's a place to use your nursing skills where the focus is one patient at a time.

As a Critical Care Transport RN with Northwest Ambulance, you'll practice at the top of your license and manage complex critical care patients. Same acuity. Same critical thinking. Completely different environment.

If you're an ICU or ER nurse who's tired of the hospital but still wants real clinical work and real patient acuity, we'd love to talk with you.

Why nurses make the move to transport

• One patient at a time. No four-patient assignment, no competing call lights. Your full attention goes where it belongs
• Predictable schedules. You'll know when you're working
• No mandatory hospital floating. You were hired for critical care; you'll practice critical care
• Real autonomy. Mobile ICU-level care with the critical thinking to back it up
• Variety. Different patients, different sending and receiving facilities, different clinical pictures - every shift
• Paid training and continuing education. We invest in keeping your skills and certifications current
• Dedicated clinical support for nurses. A Clinical Manager and a Nurse Educator are here specifically to support our nursing staff - onboarding, skills development, protocol questions, and case review. You won't be figuring it out alone

What You'll Do

As a member of the Critical Care Transport Team, you'll work with an Emergency Medical Technician and Dispatch to respond to assigned calls, assess patients, and deliver skilled critical care nursing during interfacility transport. You'll be responsible for supervising the care, ongoing assessment, and treatment of the patient en route to the receiving facility.

• Provide patient care at a critical care / advanced life support level during interfacility transport
• Deliver care using critical care nursing skills, ACLS protocols, company protocols, transport orders, and pharmacological knowledge
• Coordinate directly 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 at all times 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 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

Requirements

Required Skills/Abilities:

• 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 be proficient in all patient care equipment
• Ability to understand and retain instructions in a timely and accurate manner

Education and Experience:

• Active and unencumbered RN license.
• 3 years of experience in a critical care or emergency department environment.
• Certified in ACLS and PALS prior to hire.
• Certified CEN and/or CCRN preferred.
• Patient Transport Experience Preferred.
• BSN preferred.
• EMT‑B bridge course will be offered upon hire.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting in a vehicle and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds at times.
• Ability to bend and stoop, ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time, possess hand-eye-foot coordination and color recognition, good manual dexterity, with the ability to perform all tasks related to Emergency Medical Services Duty.

Benefits

What you can expect from us:

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance to ensure the well-being and health of our employees.

Regular, non-exempt field employees who are scheduled to work on designated holidays are paid a premium holiday rate of 1.5 times their regular rate for all hours worked on the holiday.

Our commitment to your financial future is reflected in our generous 401k program. We provide employer matching up to 5% of your salary, empowering you to save for long‑term goals.

We understand the importance of work‑life balance, which is why we provide paid time off at the rate of 2.3 - 4.7 hours per 40 hours worked (based on your years of experience) to help you recharge, spend time with loved ones, and pursue personal interests.

To maintain a professional and consistent appearance across our team, uniforms are provided to all employees, ensuring you always look your best while representing our company.

Educational Reimbursement: $1200

The employer shall reimburse regular, full-time nurses one thousand two hundred dollars ($1200) each year of the contract for courses/events related to nursing and specialized certifications (CCRN, CEN, CTRN) test and recertification fees. The Nurse Manager or Training Battalion requires pre‑authorization for such fees. Education money is defined to include travel, registration fees, lodging, and class materials. Requests for education funds will be responded to within seven (7) days. Reimbursements will be made with thirty (30) days of submission.

Wages

24 Hour Shifts:

This is an hourly position. The wage range is $51.91-$70.44 per hour, determined by the length of licensure. Based on a standard 48-hour work week (some shifts may require an assigned debit day in week 4), the estimated annual compensation ranges from $140,000 to $190,000. For 1 on 3 off shift schedules that do not include a debit day in the 4th week, the estimated annual salary ranges from $121,469 to $164,829. Shifts are generally 24 hours in duration; therefore, full‑time schedules include overtime compensation in accordance with applicable labor laws.

12 Hour Shifts:

This is an hourly position. Wage range is $61.25-$83.12 per hour, determined by the length of licensure. The expected hours worked per a two‑week pay period would typically be 84 hours. The estimated annual compensation ranges from $140,000 to $190,000. Shifts are generally 12 hours in duration; therefore, full‑time schedules include overtime compensation in accordance with applicable labor laws.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Northwest Ambulance is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request for candidates with disabilities participating in the application or interview process.

This is a safety-sensitive position.