Training for Critical Care Transport Registered Nurses (CCT RNs) at Royal Ambulance is about more than skill and knowledge building—it’s about fostering a community of support, learning, and shared expertise while ensuring that our CCT RNs are the best-trained critical care transport nurses in the region.
Our CCT RNs transport and provide care to some of the region’s most complex cases, which makes intensive and specialized training essential for their growth as both clinicians and team members.
In a recent training session, our CCT RNs gathered to refine their critical care skills through hands-on practice, in-depth lectures, and real-life case scenarios. This ongoing training ensures our nurses are prepared for any situation, whether they’re managing high-risk cases or learning advanced techniques.
Chief Administrative Officer and RN JohnRey Hassan shares, “Training for our CCT Nurses is vital to ensure their clinical competence and capability to take care of the sickest patients in the region. Our CCT Nurses must be prepared to take care of the sickest adult and pediatric patients at any minute.”
Each RN completes at least 32 hours of advanced training annually, participating in quarterly education seminars and skills labs that reinforce their critical care knowledge and expand their procedural capabilities.
“Our CCT RNs complete a minimum of 32 hours of critical care transport-based education each year,” says Josini Machathil, CCT Manager. “This includes education seminars and skills labs that keep our team ready for the most complex cases.”
Royal’s CCT RNs operate under an expanded scope that includes comprehensive critical care protocols and standardized procedures. Even though each CCT RN comes to Royal with years of ICU or ED experience, our training ensures they can handle an even broader range of scenarios.
A recent training session focused on high-risk obstetric (OB) transport—a skill that’s essential in our partnership with UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital. During this session, RNs also earned Neonatal Resuscitation certification and practiced OB-specific protocols, while sharing insights and experiences.
“Given our partnership with UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital, high-risk pediatric and obstetric training is crucial,” says Machathil. “This specialized training and certification allow us to provide stellar care to those most in need.”
Another essential part of our training approach is the integration of our highly skilled CCT EMTs with our CCT RNs during training sessions. This collaboration between EMTs and RNs not only enhances each individual’s clinical skills but also strengthens the team’s overall preparedness.
“By integrating our CCT EMTs into our CCT RN training, we foster a collaborative environment that enhances the skills and readiness of the entire team,” explains Machathil “Together, we’re building a foundation of expertise and teamwork that elevates patient care across every transport.”
With EMTs and RNs working closely together, our teams bring a depth of knowledge and adaptability to every case, ensuring seamless and coordinated patient care.
Royal’s training program is also supported by our Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) program, where every high-risk case, including pediatric transports, is reviewed by clinical transport experts. This process enriches the training by offering real-time feedback, promoting continuous learning, and ensuring our team is always prepared.
For experienced ER and ICU RNs seeking a place to grow clinically and professionally, Royal Ambulance offers a culture that values continuous skill development, teamwork, and the highest standards in patient care.
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