Critical Care RN w/ Hiring Bonus

Northwest Ambulance; Burlington (WA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k with employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

Northwest Ambulance is seeking a Critical Care Transport RN in Washington. You will deliver high-acuity care during interfacility transports, coordinate with the care team, and maintain strict patient confidentiality.

This role requires an active RN license, ACLS and PALS, and at least 3 years in critical care. BSN preferred; EMT-B bridge offered on hire. Benefits include health coverage and 401k, with opportunities for ongoing education.

Qualifications

• Active and unencumbered RN license.
• 3 years of experience in a critical care or emergency department environment.
• ACLS and PALS certifications required prior to hire.
• BSN preferred; EMT-B bridge course will be offered on hire.
• Certifications in CEN and/or CCRN preferred.
• Patient transport experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• As a Critical Care Transport RN, provide expert nursing care during interfacility transport.
• Supervise patient care, ongoing assessment, and treatment en route to the receiving facility.
• Deliver care at critical care/ALS level using ACLS protocols and facility policies.
• Coordinate with physicians, nurses, and family to ensure a safe transport.
• Safely lift, transfer, and maneuver patients in ambulances and facilities.
• Document accurately; maintain equipment and supplies per Northwest Ambulance standards.
• Attend continuing education and maintain confidentiality.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Prioritization

Stress management

Documentation

Equipment proficiency

English proficiency

Reading maps/ signs

Education

RN license

BSN preferred

ACLS/ PALS certification

CEN or CCRN 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. 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 will 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.

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.

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 intere