Critical Care Transport Nurses - LA County

Critical Care Transport Nurses - LA County

Salary Range $54.00 - $70.00 Hourly

Come Join Us In The Field!

As a specialty care nurse with an ambulance company, registered nurses gain invaluable experience in high-acuity critical care while developing advanced skills in airway management, emergency interventions, and rapid patient assessment in dynamic, fast-paced environments. This role offers the unique opportunity to work collaboratively with paramedics and emergency medical teams, providing direct patient care during life-saving transports while maintaining clinical autonomy and utilizing critical thinking skills in challenging scenarios. RNs seeking career advancement, diverse clinical experiences, and the rewarding challenge of making immediate, life-changing impacts on critically ill patients should consider this specialty position that combines the excitement of emergency medicine with comprehensive nursing care.

Some of your main responsibilities will include:

Provide Critical Patient Care During Transport - Perform comprehensive patient assessments, administer medical interventions, manage airways and ventilators, provide pain management, and deliver compassionate care to critically ill adult and pediatric patients

Collaborate with Transport Team - Work seamlessly with paramedics, EMTs, and other healthcare providers while maintaining effective communication with medical control physicians, patients, and families throughout transport operations

Complete Thorough Electronic Documentation - Utilize ePCR systems to accurately document patient assessments, interventions, medications, and responses while ensuring compliance with legal, regulatory, and HIPAA requirements

Manage and Maintain CCT Equipment - Conduct daily equipment inspections, ensure proper cleaning and sterilization, promptly report malfunctions or missing items to Support Services, and maintain familiarity with all medical equipment

Respond to Emergency Situations - Provide life-saving interventions in high-pressure scenarios while prioritizing patient safety, adhering to infection control protocols, and delivering culturally sensitive care

If you are interested in pivoting into a new setting of Healthcare to change up your environment, want to keep things fresh, or to challenge yourself, apply now and see what your next opportunity can look like!

Full Job Description

Job Summary:

As a Registered Nurse (RN) on LifeLine EMS's Critical Care Team (CCT), you are contracted employees through The 9 Line Company. CCT RN's role is central to the delivery of exceptional patient care during medical transport. Transports, and administers Critical Care and ALS treatment, to sick or injured persons in the pre-hospital and inter-facility settings, as authorized by the local EMS Agency Medical Director, by performing the following duties, within the prescribed scope of practice and all applicable regulatory guidelines for pre-hospital care.

You will be responsible for providing comprehensive and compassionate nursing care to patients in various critical and high-stress situations. Working collaboratively with all members of the LifeLine team, you will play a vital role in ensuring the well-being and safety of our patients.

This position requires a California Registered Nurse's License, BLS/CPR certification, a minimum of two (2) years of recent critical care experience within the last 18 months, PALS and ACLS certifications, and a commitment to maintaining clinical excellence.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

At LifeLine EMS, we recognize that each team member brings their unique skills, availability, and commitment to the organization. To align with this diversity and provide flexibility while ensuring we meet our patients' needs, we have established four commitment tiers for the CCT RNs. These tiers allow team members to choose their level of commitment, from Tier 1, which offers the lowest commitment, to Tier 4, the highest commitment level with a full-time, set schedule. In addition to the commitment levels, we also offer night shift and weekend shift differentials. These tiers are designed to accommodate varying lifestyles and career goals while maintaining our commitment to delivering high-quality patient care.

TIERS - Commitment Level - Pay Rate per Hour - *Night Differential - **Weekend Differential

Tier 1 - Minimal commitment, ideal for those with limited availability. - 4 Shifts per Month - $54.00 - $6.00 - $10.00

Tier 2 - 2 Shifts per Week - $56.00 - $6.00 - $10.00

Tier 3 - Moderate commitment, suited for individuals seeking a balanced work-life arrangement. - 3 Shifts per week - $58.00 - $6.00 - $10.00

Tier 4 - Substantial commitment, appealing to dedicated professionals. - Set Schedule of 4 Shifts per Week - $70.00 - $6.00 - $10.00

*Night Differentials: for shifts that start between the hours of 1730 and 2300

**Weekend Differentials: between Friday 1730 - 2300 Sunday

Essential Functions:

• Certification and License Tracking : Regularly monitor the expiration dates of your California Registered Nurse's License, BLS/CPR, PALS, and ACLS certifications. Proactively initiate the renewal process well in advance to prevent any lapses in certification.
• Continuing Education : Engage in continuous learning to meet any additional county/state-specific education or training requirements. This includes participation in LifeLine EMS Annual training and may include attending county/state-mandated workshops, seminars, or courses to maintain your eligibility for practice.
• Documentation Management : Maintain organized records of all your certifications and licenses, including digital and physical copies. These documents must be readily accessible for verification by county regulatory authorities or internal audits.
• Timely Submission : Submit all necessary paperwork and fees for renewal, as mandated by the county and state, well before the expiration dates. This proactive approach ensures uninterrupted practice and patient care.
• Compliance Reporting : In the event of any changes or updates to county regulations or state requirements, promptly adapt your practice to remain in compliance. This may involve adjusting your procedures, documentation, or training as necessary.
• Communication : Keep the CCT Program Manager and the People Operations department informed about the status of your certifications and licenses. Timely communication regarding renewals and compliance issues is essential to maintain operational efficiency and legal compliance.

Patient Care: The provision of patient care is at the core of your role as a Registered Nurse on LifeLine EMS's Critical Care Team. You will be tasked with delivering comprehensive and compassionate care to patients during transport, often in critical and high-stress situations. Your expertise and dedication are essential to ensuring the well-being of the patients entrusted to your care. Responsibilities within the realm of patient care encompass:

• Patient Assessment: Perform thorough initial assessments of patients to gather vital information, including their medical history, current condition, and any relevant symptoms. Continuously monitor patients throughout transport, noting any changes in their condition.
• Critical Thinking: Apply critical thinking skills to assess and address the unique needs of critically ill or injured adult and pediatric patients. Develop and implement appropriate care plans based on your assessments and the medical control directives.
• Medical Interventions: Administer necessary medical interventions and treatments in accordance with established protocols and orders from the medical control physician. This may involve administering medications, initiating life-saving interventions, and managing medical equipment.
• Airway Management: Maintain proficiency in airway management techniques, including intubation and ventilator management, to ensure optimal oxygenation and ventilation for patients in need.
• Pain Management: Assess and manage pain effectively, utilizing approved pain management strategies while adhering to established guidelines.
• Safety: Prioritize patient safety at all times, including securing patients during transport, ensuring the stability of medical equipment, and mitigating risks associated with patient movement.
• Effective Communication: Communicate clearly and concisely with the medical control physician, fellow healthcare providers, and the patient's family or caregiver. Effective communication is crucial for relaying patient information and receiving guidance from the medical control physician.
• Compassionate Care: Provide compassionate care and emotional support to patients and their families during transport. Recognize the psychological impact of medical emergencies and critical conditions, and offer reassurance and comfort as needed.
• Pediatric Care: If required, adapt your care approach to the unique needs of pediatric patients, considering their size, developmental stage, and emotional well-being.
• Transport Team Collaboration: Collaborate seamlessly with other members of the transport team, including paramedics, EMTs, and other healthcare providers, to ensure coordinated and efficient patient care.
• Infection Control: Adhere to strict infection control protocols to minimize the risk of infection transmission during patient care and transport.
• Emergency Response: Be prepared to respond effectively to emergent situations, providing life-saving care and interventions in high-pressure scenarios.
• Cultural Sensitivity: Recognize and respect the cultural, religious, and personal beliefs of patients and their families, ensuring that care is provided in a culturally sensitive manner.