Critical Care Transport Nurse

Job Description SIGN ON BONUS of $20,000 for Full-Time RNs / $5000 for Part-Time RNs Job Summary The position of the CCT RN is to operate in a high quality critical care transport team, responding to emergency and non-emergency calls and delivering high quality patient care and customer service within the prescribed scope of practice, established protocols and company policies. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Responds to and assists with emergency and non-emergency transports requiring a nurse Administers nursing skills under stressful and non-stressful situations in accordance with established protocols and within scope of practice Identifies patient care requirements by establishing personal rapport with patients and other persons in a position to understand care requirements Establishes a compassionate environment by providing emotional and psychological support to patients, friends, and families Independently assesses all patient populations, including (but not limited to) pediatric, obstetric, cardiac, trauma, neurological, geriatric, GI/GU, and is able to create and execute an appropriate care plan within specified protocols. Promotes patient awareness by establishing patient care goals, teaching the patient and family regarding the illness or disease process, and provides treatment while in the care of the transport team Assures quality of care by adhering to therapeutic standards; making or recommending necessary adjustments by collaborating with team members and multidisciplinary members; staying current with SCT guidelines and attending required in-services, training and staff meetings Ensures continuity of services while adhering to all laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures as they pertain to the SCT and EMS Program Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications and by benchmarking state-of-the-art practices. Maintains a positive, professional and cooperative working relationship with other PRN providers, our partner hospitals as well as other specialty transport teams. Communicates and collaborates with the Director of Clinical Programs, SCT Supervisor and/or the Medical Director on pertinent issues Maintains through familiarity with treatment protocols, response requirements and quality assurance procedures in accordance with local EMS agency policy Maintains awareness of any and all changes in the system components and company policies Maintains the level and type of certification consistent with performing RN job responsibilities Ensures that the unit remains in a state of readiness, including medical supplies, narcotics, and equipment Assists with keeping the ambulance clean inside and out Completes all appropriate medical documentation Attends SCT team meetings Maintains a cooperative working relationship with allied health and public safety personnel. Maintains a professional appearance by adhering to personal grooming and dress code standards Reports all problems and unusual occurrences immediately to the Director of Clinical Programs, as well as complete the appropriate written report Monitors performance of EMT partner, corrects errors as necessary, provides training and feedback Demonstrates ability to solve unusual problems and give articulate direction under minimal supervision Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications: Must be currently licensed by the California Board of Registered Nurses with no violations or restrictions to practice Two years of experience (within the last 18 months) providing care to a wide variety of patient populations in a critical care environment (ER or ICU) in a facility that treats high acuity patients with a wide range of diagnoses Must be currently certificated in: BLS through American Heart Association ACLS through American Heart Association PALS through American Heart Association NIHSS (within 90 days of hire) Physical Requirements: Lift 35 pounds in each hand to transport equipment from ambulance to location of patient Ascend and descend stairways carrying 35 pounds in each hand to get to patient location to provide treatment Lift (with assistance) a 75 to 150-pound oxygen cylinder into the ambulance Conduct patient care tasks while stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling Communicate verbally to patients, dispatchers, physicians, and coworkers in transmitting and gathering information Hear information transmitted verbally by phone or radio Adequate vision required to be able to read information from printed sources and computer screens, as well as color vision and fields of vision to perform job functions Hands to finger, feel and administer patient care duties, as well as heavy computer usage Compensation and Benefits : Daily overtime after 8 hours. Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA, Legal Shield and more 401(K) Retirement plan. Basic Life Insurance/AD&D Earned Time Off Company Description Join the fastest-growing private ambulance company in AmericarnrnPRN Ambulance is the premier provider of comprehensive medical transport services throughout Los Angeles County. With a customer-friendly vision and cutting-edge technological solutions, PRN Ambulance has an aggressive and strategic growth plan, and we are looking to bring on qualified paramedics who are ready to make a difference in the lives of our customers.

Related Post

Physician / Family Practice / California / Permanent / Family Medicine Physician Permanent job for Health Center in Los Angeles California JobPhysician / Family Practice / California / Permanent / Family Medicine Physician Permanent job for Health Center in Los Angeles California Job

Family Medicine PhysicianOUR MISSIONTo provide outstanding services and advocacy that promote better quality of life and equal opportunity for immigrants and our community.OUR VISIONThriving lives and empowering the community. Founded