Respiratory Therapist

Job DetailsLevel: ExperiencedJob Location: San Bernardino, CA 92373Position Type: CONFIRE EMSSalary Range: $32.23 - $45.52 HourlyJob Category: Patient Care / Patient SupportPosition Summary The Critical Care Transport Registered Nurse (CCT-RN) provides advanced nursing care during interfacility transports of critically ill and injured patients.

Working collaboratively with paramedics, EMTs, respiratory therapists, physicians, and receiving facilities, the CCT-RN delivers high-quality patient care in accordance with California nursing regulations, EMS Authority standards, and CONFIRE clinical protocols.

The CCT-RN functions in a mobile critical care environment requiring sound clinical judgment, independent decision-making, and the ability to adapt to rapidly changing patient conditions. Essential Duties and

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive patient assessments before and throughout transport. Develop and implement patient care plans based on physician orders and transport protocols. Provide advanced cardiac, neurological, trauma, pediatric, and medical critical care during transport.

Manage ventilators, infusion pumps, vasoactive medications, sedation, blood products, invasive monitoring, and specialty equipment. Interpret cardiac rhythms and initiate appropriate interventions. Perform medication administration within scope of practice.

Collaborate with sending and receiving physicians regarding patient status. Ensure continuity of care throughout transport. Document patient assessments, interventions, medications, and transport events accurately. Serve as clinical leader of the transport team when assigned.

Participate in quality improvement activities and clinical case reviews. Maintain readiness of ambulance equipment and medications. Participate in continuing education, competency assessments, and mandatory training. Maintain patient confidentiality and HIPAA compliance. Perform additional duties as assigned Qualifications

Minimum

Qualifications

Education Graduate of an accredited Registered Nursing program. BSN preferred. Licensure Current California Registered Nurse License in good standing. Experience Minimum three (3) years recent ICU or Emergency Department experience. Critical Care Transport experience preferred.

Required Certifications BLS ACLS PALS NIH Stroke Scale (preferred) TNCC (preferred) CCRN (preferred) CTRN preferred within designated timeframe after hire Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Critical care assessment Mechanical ventilation Hemodynamic monitoring Pharmacology Advanced airway management Cardiac rhythm interpretation Pediatric critical care Trauma care Excellent communication Sound clinical judgment Ability to work independently Strong teamwork skills Physical

Requirements

Must be able to: Lift 100+ pounds with assistance. Push and pull stretchers. Work in confined ambulance environments. Sit, kneel, crouch, climb, bend, and reach frequently. Work 12–24 hour shifts. Work in adverse weather conditions.

Work Environment Ambulances Hospitals Emergency departments Skilled nursing facilities Long-term acute care hospitals Outdoor emergency environments Core Competencies Clinical Excellence Patient Advocacy Safety Focus Integrity Teamwork Adaptability Communication Accountability Compassion