Critical Care Transport Nurse

Specific Duties

• Provide effective, safe care to any patient transported.
• Provide nursing care from the initial contact until patient care is relinquished to the accepting medical facility.
• Attend required staff and educational meetings.
• Perform duties on the Critical Care Unit in disastrous or mass critical transports.
• Maintain certifications and licenses as mandated by the position.
• Complies with all Federal, State and Local Rules and Regulations
• Maintain positive communication effectively while interfacing with fellow employees, patients, referring hospitals, EMS representatives and the community at large.
• Uphold and adhere to all policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Must possess a high degree of personal integrity and responsibility.
• Currently licensed, certified or registered by the appropriate state agencies.
• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
• Minimum of three years’ critical care/emergency nursing experience.
• Current RN license(s) for states of practice.
• Current certifications in BLS/CPR, ACLS and PALS required.
• PHTLS and CICP is preferred but not required.
• Competence in advanced practice skills as defined by Medical Director.
• Skills as required to practice nursing as defined by the AZ Board of Nursing.
• Must have the ability to work effectively with minimal supervision, using good judgment.
• Must have the ability to work in a fast paced, hectic, high-pressure environment.
• Must have the ability to simultaneously manage multiple activities without error.
• Must have the ability to work efficiently and interact in a constructive and professional manner with other employees, public safety personnel and medical staff.
• Must have the ability to interact effectively and professionally with patients, customers, clients, family members, bystanders, and the general public in such a manner as to reflect positively on the company.
• Must demonstrate a level of skill and ability consistent with the provision of quality customer care.
• Preface previous or current certification as Emergency Medical Technician or Paramedic