CCT Registered Nurse

Premier Ambulance is seeking experienced and compassionate Critical CareTransport (CCT) Registered Nurses (RNs) to join our team. The CCT RN provides high-acuity medical care and advanced clinical monitoring to patients during interfacility and specialty transports.***IMPORTANT-PLEASE READ BEFORE YOU APPLY***

Premier Ambulances Critical Care Program operates in both Los Angeles & Orange Counties all staff considered for employment must meet the minimum requirements of:

LA County EMS Reference No. 414: Specialty Care Transport Provider

For more information visit: https://dhs.lacounty.gov/emergency-medical-services-agency/home/resources-ems/prehospital-care-manual/ref-400/

C.3.a. Have a minimum of two years of nursing experience in a critical care area relevant to the type of SCT transports the RN will provide (pediatric vs. adult), within the previous 24 months prior to employment as a transport nurse.

Critical Care Transport Nurses utilize their training and experience to provide Basic and Advanced Life Support during high-risk ambulance transport. Working alongside specially trained EMTs, the CCT Transport Nurse provides direct patient care to patients that may require cardiac and respiratory monitoring, IV-infused medications, and ventilators.

Transports are generally for critically ill patients who are being moved between hospitals and/or facilities.

Competitive compensation with daily overtime paid for all hours worked over 8 hours on short shifts (10-, 11- or 12-hour shifts) Premier Ambulance pays overtime after the 8th hour worked in a day.

Premier provides non-emergency, 9-1-1 ambulance services and participates in regular strike team deployments.

Essential Responsibilities

• Provide safe, high-quality nursing care throughout critical care transports.
• Assess, monitor, and manage patients with complex and/or critical medical conditions.
• Administer medications, IV therapies, and other treatments within scope of practice and applicable protocols.
• Report any problems and unusual occurrences immediately to the CCT Manager.
• Manage and monitor advanced medical equipment and life-support therapies as appropriate.
• Collaborate with physicians, paramedics, respiratory therapists, hospital staff, and other healthcare professionals.
• Maintain accurate patient care documentation and transport records.
• Communicate effectively with sending and receiving facilities, patients, and families.
• Follow Premier Ambulance clinical policies, procedures, protocols, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Mentoring and providing clinical leadership to the EMTs on the crew.
• Maintain readiness of the transport unit, medical equipment, and supplies.

Employment Benefits

• Flexible scheduling
• Weekly pay
• Direct deposit
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees
• Paid time off for eligible employees
• 401(k) with employer match
• Free continuing education and skills training
• Certification assistance
• Full uniforms provided
• Opportunities for career advancement
• Support for professional and clinical development
• Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the applicable state.
• Current BLS certification.
• Current ACLS certification.
• NIH Stroke Scale (Within 90 days of hire) * Two years of experience in a critical care environment (ER, ICU) in a large tertiary care facility that provides high acuity patients with a wide range of diagnoses.
• CCRN, CEN, or other relevant specialty certification preferred.
• CCT/transport experience preferred.
• Strong clinical assessment, communication, and critical-thinking skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Valid driver's license and ability to meet company driving requirements, if applicable.
• Emergency Room Critical Care or ICU: 2 years (Required)

Premier Ambulance is proud to be accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Ambulance Services (CAAS).

CAAS accreditation recognizes ambulance service providers that meet rigorous standards for quality, safety, patient care, and operational excellence. These standards are designed to promote high-quality EMS practices and may exceed applicable regulatory requirements.