Critical Care RN - Per Diem

Northwest Ambulance Critical Care Transport; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday premium pay 1.5x on holidays

Paid time off

Uniforms provided

Job summary

Northwest Ambulance is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Critical Care Response Transport Team. You will provide patient assessment, critical nursing care, and transport services to patients, supervising care during transport.

This role requires an active RN license; ACLS and PALS are required prior to hire, with CEN/CCRN preferred and a BSN preferred. EMT-B bridge course offered within 90 days of hire. Shifts are 12 or 24 hours, with overtime per labor laws.

Qualifications

• Active and unencumbered RN license is required.
• ACLS and PALS certification required prior to hire.
• CEN and/or CCRN certifications preferred.
• BSN degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient assessment, critical nursing care, and transport services.
• Supervise patient care, treatment, and assessment during transport.
• Maintain safety standards, complete documentation, and adhere to policies.
• Operate emergency vehicles safely and respond to dispatch instructions.
• Maintain cleanliness of vehicles and stations; manage equipment and supplies.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Analytical skills

Prioritization

High-stress environment

Documentation

Road/route reading

Education

RN license

ACLS

PALS

CEN or CCRN preferred

BSN preferred

EMT-B bridge course within 90 days

Job description

As a member of the Critical Care Response Transport Team, the Registered Nurse provides patient assessment, critical nursing care, and transport services to patients. The Nurse is responsible for supervising patient care, treatment, and assessment during transport. Duties include providing excellent patient care, safe lifting and transferring of patients, operating emergency vehicles safely, adhering to company policies, completing documentation, responding to dispatch instructions, maintaining safety standards, participating in continuing education, keeping vehicles and stations clean, maintaining equipment and supplies, communicating effectively, and maintaining strict confidentiality.

Wages

This is an hourly position. Wage range is $51.91-$70.44 per hour, determined by the length of licensure. Shifts are generally 12 or 24 hours in duration; therefore, full-time schedules include overtime compensation in accordance with applicable labor laws.

Per Diem nurses are required to work a minimum of 96 hours per quarter. Specific work locations are not guaranteed; assignments will depend on where hours are available and may vary based on staffing needs.

Requirements

• 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.

Prefer 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 and must be completed within 90 days of hire date.

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:

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.

We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we provide paid time off at the rate of 1.0 hours per 40 hours worked 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.

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. Employees in this role are responsible for performing duties that directly impact of patients, coworkers, and the public.