Critical Care RN - $15,000 Sign on Bonus
**We are offering a $15,000 sign-on bonus for RNs accepting full time positions with an hourly commitment (see terms below)
As a member of the Critical Care Response Transport Team, the Registered Nurse provides patient assessment, critical nursing care, and transport services to patients. The Nurse is responsible for supervising patient care, treatment, and assessment during transport. Duties include providing excellent patient care, safe lifting and transferring of patients, operating emergency vehicles safely, adhering to company policies, completing documentation, responding to dispatch instructions, maintaining safety standards, participating in continuing education, keeping vehicles and stations clean, maintaining equipment and supplies, communicating effectively, and maintaining strict confidentiality.
Wages:
24 Hour Shifts:
This is an hourly position. The wage range is $51.91-$70.44 per hour, determined by the length of licensure. Based on a standard 48-hour work week (some shifts may require an assigned debit day in week 4), the estimated annual compensation ranges from $140,000 to $190,000. For 1 on 3 off shift schedules that do not include a debit day in the 4th week, the estimated annual salary ranges from $121,469 to $164,829. Shifts are generally 24 hours in duration; therefore, full-time schedules include overtime compensation in accordance with applicable labor laws.
Requirements
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.
Benefits
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 interests.
To maintain a professional and consistent appearance across our team, uniforms are provided to all employees, ensuring you always look your best while representing our company.
Educational Reimbursement: $1200
The employer shall reimburse regular, full-time nurses one thousand two hundred dollars ($1200) each year of the contract for courses/events related to nursing and specialized certifications (CCRN, CEN, CTRN) test and recertification fees. The Nurse Manager or Training Battalion requires pre-authorization for such fees. Education money is defined to include travel, registration fees, lodging, and class materials. Requests for education funds will be responded to within seven (7) days. Reimbursements will be made with thirty (30) days of submission.
**$15,000 Bonus Requirements:
24 hour shift
Sign-On Bonus. You will receive a sign-on bonus in the amount of $15,000, subject to all taxes and withholdings, payable in one installment, paid in the first pay period following your completion of reaching the required minimum hours and your employment being in good standing. Eligibility requires that you be (a) employed by the Company in a full-time status and (b) have accrued a minimum of 2,496 combined hours of work and used paid time off (PTO), which is approximately twelve (12) months of employment. Should you voluntarily or non-voluntary terminate your employment from the Company you will not be entitled to the sign-on bonus.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Northwest Ambulance is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request for candidates with disabilities participating in the application or interview process.
This is a safety-sensitive position. Employees in this role are responsible for performing duties that directly impact of patients, coworkers, and the public.
As published by workable · 11 questions
Basics
First name, Last name, Email, Phone, Address, Photo, Resume, Summary
Short answers (2)
- Please elaborate on your experience - how recently have you held a position in the ICU or ED, and for how long have you been there?
- Do you have current certifications in the following: PALS, ACLS, BLS, EMT? Please specify which are current and list any additional relevant certifications.
Pick from a list (9)
- Do you hold a current Washington State RN License, or a Multistate Compact License?
- Have you had your driver's license for 2 years or more, not including instructional permit time? Answer yes if the two year mark will land on or before training. If the answer is still no, we will need you to re-apply after you have had your driver's license for at least 2 years.
- Do you meet our driving record (MVR) requirements? Over 21 years old - limit of 3 citations in past 36 months or under 21 years old - limit of 1 citation in the past 36 months (DUI and other serious offenses may disqualify candidacy).
- Can you provide the necessary documentation to prove that you are a US citizen, permanent resident, or foreign national with authorization to work in the United States?
- Do you have at least 3 years of experience in an ICU or Emergency Dept as an RN?
- Upon hire, you will be required to obtain your NREMT certification within 90 days of your start date. Do you anticipate any challenges in meeting this requirement?
- If extended a job offer, are you willing to submit to a detailed background check and drug screening?
- Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screening. We have a zero-tolerance policy for recreational drug use, due to the safety-sensitive nature of the position. (Per RCW 49.44.240)
- We are hiring for full-time permanent positions. Are you looking for a RN permanent full-time position?