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The Critical care Technician under the direct supervision of a registered nurse participates in the delivery of patient care within the critical care environment. This position includes, but is not limited to following the essential functions. Essential functions include; functions within the established policies and procedures of the Nursing Department of Garfield Medical Center, responsibility for collaboration with the RN for efficient, cost effective use of time and equipment, provides care to designated patients and prioritizes based on patient's care requirements as delegated by the RN, an interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the core values of the Hospital.
Responsibilities:
Always disposes of hazardous materials according to proper guidelines as set forth by hospital, local, state, and federal authorities.
Complies with hospital policies on infection control.
Takes immediate action appropriately in emergency situations.
Always maintains appropriate documentation on work performed, hours worked and other required paperwork.
Ensures a clean, functional and attractive environmental for patients, staff and visitors.
Accurately tracks supplies and parts inventories, and gives secretary order forms to maintain operating levels.
Prepares parts and tools needed for a job to avoid unnecessary trips for more supplies.
Completes projects with deadlines without sacrificing the quality of work.
Completes assigned work orders and preventative maintenance on schedule.
Strives to maintain a steady stream of productivity.
Demonstrates the ability to keep appropriate records and paperwork for proper tracking and documentation.
Repairs and maintains furniture, walls, and all other elements of the hospital.
Installs and maintains various types of equipment without supervision.
Always works within set standards and limits
Always completes work within time frame set by hospital standards.
Always uses manufacturer’s manuals and specifications to repair equipment properly.
Demonstrates the ability to determine malfunctioning equipment and repair same.
Makes adjustments on equipment as required to assure proper operation.
Always seeks to complete work to the highest possible standard.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
1. High School Diploma or equivalent required.
2. Current BCLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current.
3. One year experience in ED or Critical Care preferred.
4. EKG Certificate upon hire
The Critical care Technician under the direct supervision of a registered nurse participates in the delivery of patient care within the critical care environment. This position includes, but is not limited to following the essential functions. Essential functions include; functions within the established policies and procedures of the Nursing Department of Garfield Medical Center, responsibility for collaboration with the RN for efficient, cost effective use of time and equipment, provides care to designated patients and prioritizes based on patient's care requirements as delegated by the RN, an interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the core values of the Hospital.
Responsibilities:
Always disposes of hazardous materials according to proper guidelines as set forth by hospital, local, state, and federal authorities.
Complies with hospital policies on infection control.
Takes immediate action appropriately in emergency situations.
Always maintains appropriate documentation on work performed, hours worked and other required paperwork.
Ensures a clean, functional and attractive environmental for patients, staff and visitors.
Accurately tracks supplies and parts inventories, and gives secretary order forms to maintain operating levels.
Prepares parts and tools needed for a job to avoid unnecessary trips for more supplies.
Completes projects with deadlines without sacrificing the quality of work.
Completes assigned work orders and preventative maintenance on schedule.
Strives to maintain a steady stream of productivity.
Demonstrates the ability to keep appropriate records and paperwork for proper tracking and documentation.
Repairs and maintains furniture, walls, and all other elements of the hospital.
Installs and maintains various types of equipment without supervision.
Always works within set standards and limits
Always completes work within time frame set by hospital standards.
Always uses manufacturer’s manuals and specifications to repair equipment properly.
Demonstrates the ability to determine malfunctioning equipment and repair same.
Makes adjustments on equipment as required to assure proper operation.
Always seeks to complete work to the highest possible standard.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
1. High School Diploma or equivalent required.
2. Current BCLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current.
3. One year experience in ED or Critical Care preferred.
4. EKG Certificate upon hire
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Who's Hiring
- Ascension41
- SSM Health30
- Cooper Norcross Health29
- 77 Consultants257
- Ochsner Health25
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services118
- Education36
- Science & Research2
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in critical care nurse jobs.
- Active registered nurse license in the state of employment
- Minimum one to two years of ICU or critical care clinical experience
- Current BLS and ACLS certification required at time of hire
- CCRN certification preferred or required within a defined period
- Proficiency with mechanical ventilators and hemodynamic monitoring equipment
- Experience with electronic health records and bedside monitoring systems
Tips for Your Critical Care Nurse Job Search
Tailor your resume to unit type
Critical care hiring managers screen for unit-specific experience before anything else. List your ICU specialty, patient-to-nurse ratio, and the acuity level you've managed. A cardiac ICU resume reads very differently from a trauma or neuro ICU one.
List every active certification you hold
CCRN, PCCN, CMC, and CSC certifications each signal a different clinical focus to recruiters. Put them prominently below your name, not buried in a skills section. Expired certifications should be omitted entirely rather than flagged as lapsed.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists critical care nurse openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings that match your drip experience
Job descriptions that mention specific vasoactive medications, ventilator management, or continuous renal replacement therapy are filtering for hands-on proficiency. If those procedures are in your background, mirror that language in your resume and cover letter.
Prepare for clinical scenario questions
Critical care interviews frequently include rapid deterioration scenarios, such as sudden hemodynamic instability or airway emergencies. Practice walking through your assessment, intervention, and escalation steps out loud so your clinical reasoning is clear and structured under pressure.
Negotiate shift differentials as part of your offer
Night, weekend, and holiday differentials vary widely between health systems and are negotiable at the offer stage. Ask specifically about the differential structure for your assigned shift before accepting, since it can meaningfully affect your total annual compensation.
Critical Care Nurse Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most critical care nurses?
Ascension, SSM Health, and Cooper Norcross Health are hiring the most critical care nurses right now, with openings concentrated in Florida, Texas, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Volume tends to be highest at large academic medical centers and regional trauma systems.
How many critical care nurse jobs are remote?
About 14% of critical care nurse openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting that most critical care roles require direct bedside patient care. The sub-areas most compatible with remote or hybrid arrangements include tele-ICU monitoring, critical care case management, and clinical education roles.
How do you become a critical care nurse?
You start by earning an Associate Degree in Nursing or a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, passing the NCLEX-RN to obtain your registered nurse license, then gaining experience in a progressive care or step-down unit before transitioning to a full ICU. Most critical care nurses pursue CCRN certification after accumulating sufficient hours in direct critical care practice.
Can you get hired as a critical care nurse with little experience?
Some hospitals run new graduate critical care residency programs specifically designed to train RNs without prior ICU experience, combining classroom instruction with precepted bedside hours over several months. Applying to these structured programs, rather than open staff RN postings, is the most direct path into critical care straight out of nursing school.
What does the critical care nurse interview process look like?
The process typically begins with a phone or video screen by a nurse recruiter, followed by a panel interview with the unit manager and charge nurses that includes behavioral questions and clinical scenario walkthroughs. Many units also conduct a brief skills or simulation assessment, and candidates often tour the unit before a final offer is extended.
Where can I find and apply to critical care nurse jobs?
You can find and apply to critical care nurse jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from hospitals and health systems across the United States. Find roles that match your specialty, unit preference, and location, then apply directly to each listing from the page.
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