Mid Level Critical Care Registered Nurse Jobs
Mid level critical care registered nurse jobs go to nurses ready to manage complex patient cases with autonomy, mentor newer staff, and lead unit-level initiatives without constant supervision. Openings run predominantly on-site, with Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Agriculture & Farming driving demand and UNC Health, Atlantic Health, and Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare hiring at this level now.
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Top cityChapel Hill, NC
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Respiratory Therapist - Critical Care Transport
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Respiratory Therapist - Critical Care Transport
Cincinnati Children's Hospital·Cincinnati, Ohio
Job functions:
5+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's degree
Full Time
Job Description
Primary Location Location G
Department Transport
Shift Night (United States of America)
Schedule Full time
Weekly Hours 36
FTE 0.9
Employee Status Regular
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Clinical Judgment - Synthesizes and interprets multiple, sometimes conflicting, sources of data; uses past experiences to anticipate problems; seeks interdisciplinary collaboration and consultation; recognizes and responds to situations. Leads efforts to improve documentation of the plan of care and care delivered, Has an innate awareness of the patient and family's current and future cardio pulmonary needs and is fully engaged in the plan of care with the patient, family, other health care providers and community as needed;; Expertly integrates age specific concepts into patient care, taking into consideration both the patient's chronological age and developmental functioning. Creatively modifies or develops patient and family education programs; integrates formal and informal patient/family education throughout delivery of care; evaluates understanding by observing behavior changes related to learning; collaborates with all healthcare providers, the patient and family to develop comprehensive education plans.
Patient Advocacy - Works on behalf of patient, family, and community; advocates from patient/family perspective, whether similar to or different from personal values; suspends rules - patient and family drive moral decision-making; empowers the patient and family to speak for/represent themselves; achieves mutuality within patient/professional relationships. Uses inclusive resources available internally to enhance the experience of care for the inclusive patient populations. Appreciates and incorporates differences, including alternative therapies into care; tailors care to the extent possible. Demonstrates efforts to grow self and others in cultural competence.
Systems Thinking - Knows when and how to negotiate and navigate through the system on behalf of patients and families. Intervenes and leads others to change systems and processes as appropriate to support optimal patient outcomes. Sustains an extensive understanding of regulatory requirements and accreditation standards. Works with managers to lead efforts to meet and sustain the regulatory compliance efforts of the department and hospital. Monitors and assists others to comply with safety and departmental policies and procedures. Ensures all individual certifications and Safety College requirements are fulfilled in a timely basis. Is well-informed of CCHMCs processes and compliance with CMS standards and assertively communicates safety and compliance concerns to leadership team members. While in the role of Lead. serve as a point of contact for the for the ongoing monitoring of workload, work flow and appropriate respiratory care staffing levels.
Clinical Inquiry - Demonstrates awareness of respiratory care divisional as well as unit competency needs, providing leadership to improve competence of staff. Uses self-appraisal performance review and peer review, including annual goal setting, for assurance of competence and professional development to promote safe and ethical practice using the nursing process. Precepts Respiratory Care peers and students. Facilitates learning for members of the healthcare team and the community Assume responsibility for own learning. Initiate activities toward meeting those needs and integrate new knowledge into practice. Takes a leadership role in working with respiratory care managers, respiratory care councils and magnet representatives to identify, share, implement and evaluate safety best practices.
Collaboration - Utilizes inclusive resources when appropriate to optimize patient outcomes. Interacts confidently by promoting and expecting collaborative behavior in others. Mentors others to respect the contribution of the entire team. Is able to lead others to work collaboratively valuing the contributions of the various disciplines in patient/practice issues. Demonstrates leadership in the shared governance structure at the cluster or divisional level councils, committees, task forces or projects. Serves as chair for councils, committees, task forces or project work. Supports and leads divisional leadership initiatives. Recognizes lateral violence and bullying among respiratory therapists or between healthcare professionals is inappropriate in the workplace and will not contribute to its presence and will work to prevent it in the workplace.
To function as a professional respiratory therapist and able to apply theoretical knowledge to the care of infant child, adolescent and adult patients and clients. To demonstrate competence in Respiratory Care skills, problem solving, critical thinking and prioritization. To recognize the need for professional growth and to take appropriate steps towards meeting educational needs.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree in a related field
5+ years of work experience in a related job discipline
RT License, Registered RT
About Us
At Cincinnati Children’s, we come to work with one goal: to make children’s health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children’s.
Cincinnati Children's is:
Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 10 best Children's Hospitals in the nation for more than 15 years
Consistently among the top 3 Children's Hospitals for National Institutes of Health (NIH) Funding
Recognized as one of America’s Best Large Employers (2025) , America’s Best Employers for New Grads (2025)
One of the nation's America’s Most Innovative Companies as noted by Fortune
Consistently certified as great place to work
A Leading Disability Employer as noted by the National Organization on Disability
Magnet® designated for the fourth consecutive time by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)
 We Embrace Innovation—Together. We believe in empowering our teams with the tools that help us work smarter and care better. That’s why we support the responsible use of artificial intelligence. By encouraging innovation, we’re creating space for new ideas, better outcomes, and a stronger future—for all of us.
Comprehensive job description provided upon request.
Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/Veteran/Disability
Department Transport
Shift Night (United States of America)
Schedule Full time
Weekly Hours 36
FTE 0.9
Employee Status Regular
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Clinical Judgment - Synthesizes and interprets multiple, sometimes conflicting, sources of data; uses past experiences to anticipate problems; seeks interdisciplinary collaboration and consultation; recognizes and responds to situations. Leads efforts to improve documentation of the plan of care and care delivered, Has an innate awareness of the patient and family's current and future cardio pulmonary needs and is fully engaged in the plan of care with the patient, family, other health care providers and community as needed;; Expertly integrates age specific concepts into patient care, taking into consideration both the patient's chronological age and developmental functioning. Creatively modifies or develops patient and family education programs; integrates formal and informal patient/family education throughout delivery of care; evaluates understanding by observing behavior changes related to learning; collaborates with all healthcare providers, the patient and family to develop comprehensive education plans.
Patient Advocacy - Works on behalf of patient, family, and community; advocates from patient/family perspective, whether similar to or different from personal values; suspends rules - patient and family drive moral decision-making; empowers the patient and family to speak for/represent themselves; achieves mutuality within patient/professional relationships. Uses inclusive resources available internally to enhance the experience of care for the inclusive patient populations. Appreciates and incorporates differences, including alternative therapies into care; tailors care to the extent possible. Demonstrates efforts to grow self and others in cultural competence.
Systems Thinking - Knows when and how to negotiate and navigate through the system on behalf of patients and families. Intervenes and leads others to change systems and processes as appropriate to support optimal patient outcomes. Sustains an extensive understanding of regulatory requirements and accreditation standards. Works with managers to lead efforts to meet and sustain the regulatory compliance efforts of the department and hospital. Monitors and assists others to comply with safety and departmental policies and procedures. Ensures all individual certifications and Safety College requirements are fulfilled in a timely basis. Is well-informed of CCHMCs processes and compliance with CMS standards and assertively communicates safety and compliance concerns to leadership team members. While in the role of Lead. serve as a point of contact for the for the ongoing monitoring of workload, work flow and appropriate respiratory care staffing levels.
Clinical Inquiry - Demonstrates awareness of respiratory care divisional as well as unit competency needs, providing leadership to improve competence of staff. Uses self-appraisal performance review and peer review, including annual goal setting, for assurance of competence and professional development to promote safe and ethical practice using the nursing process. Precepts Respiratory Care peers and students. Facilitates learning for members of the healthcare team and the community Assume responsibility for own learning. Initiate activities toward meeting those needs and integrate new knowledge into practice. Takes a leadership role in working with respiratory care managers, respiratory care councils and magnet representatives to identify, share, implement and evaluate safety best practices.
Collaboration - Utilizes inclusive resources when appropriate to optimize patient outcomes. Interacts confidently by promoting and expecting collaborative behavior in others. Mentors others to respect the contribution of the entire team. Is able to lead others to work collaboratively valuing the contributions of the various disciplines in patient/practice issues. Demonstrates leadership in the shared governance structure at the cluster or divisional level councils, committees, task forces or projects. Serves as chair for councils, committees, task forces or project work. Supports and leads divisional leadership initiatives. Recognizes lateral violence and bullying among respiratory therapists or between healthcare professionals is inappropriate in the workplace and will not contribute to its presence and will work to prevent it in the workplace.
To function as a professional respiratory therapist and able to apply theoretical knowledge to the care of infant child, adolescent and adult patients and clients. To demonstrate competence in Respiratory Care skills, problem solving, critical thinking and prioritization. To recognize the need for professional growth and to take appropriate steps towards meeting educational needs.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree in a related field
5+ years of work experience in a related job discipline
RT License, Registered RT
About Us
At Cincinnati Children’s, we come to work with one goal: to make children’s health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children’s.
Cincinnati Children's is:
Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 10 best Children's Hospitals in the nation for more than 15 years
Consistently among the top 3 Children's Hospitals for National Institutes of Health (NIH) Funding
Recognized as one of America’s Best Large Employers (2025) , America’s Best Employers for New Grads (2025)
One of the nation's America’s Most Innovative Companies as noted by Fortune
Consistently certified as great place to work
A Leading Disability Employer as noted by the National Organization on Disability
Magnet® designated for the fourth consecutive time by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)
 We Embrace Innovation—Together. We believe in empowering our teams with the tools that help us work smarter and care better. That’s why we support the responsible use of artificial intelligence. By encouraging innovation, we’re creating space for new ideas, better outcomes, and a stronger future—for all of us.
Comprehensive job description provided upon request.
Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/Veteran/Disability
Cincinnati Children's Hospital
Respiratory Therapist - Critical Care Transport
Cincinnati, Ohio
Added 2d ago
Job functions:
5+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's degree
Full Time
Job Description
Primary Location Location G
Department Transport
Shift Night (United States of America)
Schedule Full time
Weekly Hours 36
FTE 0.9
Employee Status Regular
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Clinical Judgment - Synthesizes and interprets multiple, sometimes conflicting, sources of data; uses past experiences to anticipate problems; seeks interdisciplinary collaboration and consultation; recognizes and responds to situations. Leads efforts to improve documentation of the plan of care and care delivered, Has an innate awareness of the patient and family's current and future cardio pulmonary needs and is fully engaged in the plan of care with the patient, family, other health care providers and community as needed;; Expertly integrates age specific concepts into patient care, taking into consideration both the patient's chronological age and developmental functioning. Creatively modifies or develops patient and family education programs; integrates formal and informal patient/family education throughout delivery of care; evaluates understanding by observing behavior changes related to learning; collaborates with all healthcare providers, the patient and family to develop comprehensive education plans.
Patient Advocacy - Works on behalf of patient, family, and community; advocates from patient/family perspective, whether similar to or different from personal values; suspends rules - patient and family drive moral decision-making; empowers the patient and family to speak for/represent themselves; achieves mutuality within patient/professional relationships. Uses inclusive resources available internally to enhance the experience of care for the inclusive patient populations. Appreciates and incorporates differences, including alternative therapies into care; tailors care to the extent possible. Demonstrates efforts to grow self and others in cultural competence.
Systems Thinking - Knows when and how to negotiate and navigate through the system on behalf of patients and families. Intervenes and leads others to change systems and processes as appropriate to support optimal patient outcomes. Sustains an extensive understanding of regulatory requirements and accreditation standards. Works with managers to lead efforts to meet and sustain the regulatory compliance efforts of the department and hospital. Monitors and assists others to comply with safety and departmental policies and procedures. Ensures all individual certifications and Safety College requirements are fulfilled in a timely basis. Is well-informed of CCHMCs processes and compliance with CMS standards and assertively communicates safety and compliance concerns to leadership team members. While in the role of Lead. serve as a point of contact for the for the ongoing monitoring of workload, work flow and appropriate respiratory care staffing levels.
Clinical Inquiry - Demonstrates awareness of respiratory care divisional as well as unit competency needs, providing leadership to improve competence of staff. Uses self-appraisal performance review and peer review, including annual goal setting, for assurance of competence and professional development to promote safe and ethical practice using the nursing process. Precepts Respiratory Care peers and students. Facilitates learning for members of the healthcare team and the community Assume responsibility for own learning. Initiate activities toward meeting those needs and integrate new knowledge into practice. Takes a leadership role in working with respiratory care managers, respiratory care councils and magnet representatives to identify, share, implement and evaluate safety best practices.
Collaboration - Utilizes inclusive resources when appropriate to optimize patient outcomes. Interacts confidently by promoting and expecting collaborative behavior in others. Mentors others to respect the contribution of the entire team. Is able to lead others to work collaboratively valuing the contributions of the various disciplines in patient/practice issues. Demonstrates leadership in the shared governance structure at the cluster or divisional level councils, committees, task forces or projects. Serves as chair for councils, committees, task forces or project work. Supports and leads divisional leadership initiatives. Recognizes lateral violence and bullying among respiratory therapists or between healthcare professionals is inappropriate in the workplace and will not contribute to its presence and will work to prevent it in the workplace.
To function as a professional respiratory therapist and able to apply theoretical knowledge to the care of infant child, adolescent and adult patients and clients. To demonstrate competence in Respiratory Care skills, problem solving, critical thinking and prioritization. To recognize the need for professional growth and to take appropriate steps towards meeting educational needs.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree in a related field
5+ years of work experience in a related job discipline
RT License, Registered RT
About Us
At Cincinnati Children’s, we come to work with one goal: to make children’s health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children’s.
Cincinnati Children's is:
Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 10 best Children's Hospitals in the nation for more than 15 years
Consistently among the top 3 Children's Hospitals for National Institutes of Health (NIH) Funding
Recognized as one of America’s Best Large Employers (2025) , America’s Best Employers for New Grads (2025)
One of the nation's America’s Most Innovative Companies as noted by Fortune
Consistently certified as great place to work
A Leading Disability Employer as noted by the National Organization on Disability
Magnet® designated for the fourth consecutive time by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)
 We Embrace Innovation—Together. We believe in empowering our teams with the tools that help us work smarter and care better. That’s why we support the responsible use of artificial intelligence. By encouraging innovation, we’re creating space for new ideas, better outcomes, and a stronger future—for all of us.
Comprehensive job description provided upon request.
Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/Veteran/Disability
Department Transport
Shift Night (United States of America)
Schedule Full time
Weekly Hours 36
FTE 0.9
Employee Status Regular
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Clinical Judgment - Synthesizes and interprets multiple, sometimes conflicting, sources of data; uses past experiences to anticipate problems; seeks interdisciplinary collaboration and consultation; recognizes and responds to situations. Leads efforts to improve documentation of the plan of care and care delivered, Has an innate awareness of the patient and family's current and future cardio pulmonary needs and is fully engaged in the plan of care with the patient, family, other health care providers and community as needed;; Expertly integrates age specific concepts into patient care, taking into consideration both the patient's chronological age and developmental functioning. Creatively modifies or develops patient and family education programs; integrates formal and informal patient/family education throughout delivery of care; evaluates understanding by observing behavior changes related to learning; collaborates with all healthcare providers, the patient and family to develop comprehensive education plans.
Patient Advocacy - Works on behalf of patient, family, and community; advocates from patient/family perspective, whether similar to or different from personal values; suspends rules - patient and family drive moral decision-making; empowers the patient and family to speak for/represent themselves; achieves mutuality within patient/professional relationships. Uses inclusive resources available internally to enhance the experience of care for the inclusive patient populations. Appreciates and incorporates differences, including alternative therapies into care; tailors care to the extent possible. Demonstrates efforts to grow self and others in cultural competence.
Systems Thinking - Knows when and how to negotiate and navigate through the system on behalf of patients and families. Intervenes and leads others to change systems and processes as appropriate to support optimal patient outcomes. Sustains an extensive understanding of regulatory requirements and accreditation standards. Works with managers to lead efforts to meet and sustain the regulatory compliance efforts of the department and hospital. Monitors and assists others to comply with safety and departmental policies and procedures. Ensures all individual certifications and Safety College requirements are fulfilled in a timely basis. Is well-informed of CCHMCs processes and compliance with CMS standards and assertively communicates safety and compliance concerns to leadership team members. While in the role of Lead. serve as a point of contact for the for the ongoing monitoring of workload, work flow and appropriate respiratory care staffing levels.
Clinical Inquiry - Demonstrates awareness of respiratory care divisional as well as unit competency needs, providing leadership to improve competence of staff. Uses self-appraisal performance review and peer review, including annual goal setting, for assurance of competence and professional development to promote safe and ethical practice using the nursing process. Precepts Respiratory Care peers and students. Facilitates learning for members of the healthcare team and the community Assume responsibility for own learning. Initiate activities toward meeting those needs and integrate new knowledge into practice. Takes a leadership role in working with respiratory care managers, respiratory care councils and magnet representatives to identify, share, implement and evaluate safety best practices.
Collaboration - Utilizes inclusive resources when appropriate to optimize patient outcomes. Interacts confidently by promoting and expecting collaborative behavior in others. Mentors others to respect the contribution of the entire team. Is able to lead others to work collaboratively valuing the contributions of the various disciplines in patient/practice issues. Demonstrates leadership in the shared governance structure at the cluster or divisional level councils, committees, task forces or projects. Serves as chair for councils, committees, task forces or project work. Supports and leads divisional leadership initiatives. Recognizes lateral violence and bullying among respiratory therapists or between healthcare professionals is inappropriate in the workplace and will not contribute to its presence and will work to prevent it in the workplace.
To function as a professional respiratory therapist and able to apply theoretical knowledge to the care of infant child, adolescent and adult patients and clients. To demonstrate competence in Respiratory Care skills, problem solving, critical thinking and prioritization. To recognize the need for professional growth and to take appropriate steps towards meeting educational needs.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree in a related field
5+ years of work experience in a related job discipline
RT License, Registered RT
About Us
At Cincinnati Children’s, we come to work with one goal: to make children’s health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children’s.
Cincinnati Children's is:
Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 10 best Children's Hospitals in the nation for more than 15 years
Consistently among the top 3 Children's Hospitals for National Institutes of Health (NIH) Funding
Recognized as one of America’s Best Large Employers (2025) , America’s Best Employers for New Grads (2025)
One of the nation's America’s Most Innovative Companies as noted by Fortune
Consistently certified as great place to work
A Leading Disability Employer as noted by the National Organization on Disability
Magnet® designated for the fourth consecutive time by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)
 We Embrace Innovation—Together. We believe in empowering our teams with the tools that help us work smarter and care better. That’s why we support the responsible use of artificial intelligence. By encouraging innovation, we’re creating space for new ideas, better outcomes, and a stronger future—for all of us.
Comprehensive job description provided upon request.
Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/Veteran/Disability
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Mid Level Critical Care Registered Nurse Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level critical care registered nurse job?
Position yourself by highlighting hands-on ownership of complex ICU cases, your familiarity with critical care protocols, and any charge nurse or preceptor experience. Tailor your resume to show clinical decision-making under pressure, proficiency with monitoring technology, and measurable outcomes like reduced complication rates or improved handoff efficiency. Certifications such as CCRN signal readiness for this tier to hiring managers.
Which companies hire mid level critical care registered nurses?
Companies hiring mid level critical care registered nurses right now include UNC Health, Atlantic Health, and Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this experience level, hiring comes from large health systems, regional medical centers, and specialty hospitals that need nurses who can operate with clinical independence and contribute to unit improvement efforts.
Are there remote mid level critical care registered nurse jobs?
Yes, though most critical care nursing roles require on-site presence given the hands-on nature of the work. About 6% of mid level critical care registered nurse openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with remote opportunities typically concentrated in telehealth monitoring, utilization review, and case management roles that draw on ICU clinical backgrounds.
How do I move up to a mid level critical care registered nurse role?
Moving into a mid level critical care registered nurse role comes from consistently taking on more complex assignments, volunteering to precept new graduates, and pursuing specialty certification like the CCRN. Nurses who document measurable contributions, such as quality improvement projects or reduced adverse events, build a record of ownership that distinguishes them from peers still in an entry-level capacity.
Which industries hire the most mid level critical care registered nurses?
Mid Level critical care registered nurse roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Agriculture & Farming, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because their patient populations require sustained, high-acuity monitoring and the kind of clinical judgment that develops only after years of hands-on critical care experience.