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The Critical Response Nurse (CRN) is an advanced clinical expert who can deliver composed guidance and care under emergent circumstances. * The CRN assesses, analyzes, plans, implements, and ...

The Critical Response Nurse (CRN) is an advanced clinical expert who can deliver composed guidance and care under emergent circumstances. * The CRN assesses, analyzes, plans, implements, and ...

RN Critical Response Nurse

Gresham, OR · On-site

$57.63 - $86.08/hr

The Critical Response Nurse (CRN) is an advanced clinical expert who can deliver composed guidance and care under emergent circumstances. * The CRN assesses, analyzes, plans, implements, and ...

The Critical Response Nurse (CRN) is an advanced clinical expert who can deliver composed guidance and care under emergent circumstances. * The CRN assesses, analyzes, plans, implements, and ...

RN Critical Response Nurse

Gresham, OR · On-site

$57.63 - $86.08/hr

The Critical Response Nurse (CRN) is an advanced clinical expert who can deliver composed guidance and care under emergent circumstances. * The CRN assesses, analyzes, plans, implements, and ...

RN Critical Response Nurse ONM

Gresham, OR · On-site

$57.63 - $86.08/hr

The Critical Response Nurse (CRN) is an advanced clinical expert who can deliver composed guidance and care under emergent circumstances. * The CRN assesses, analyzes, plans, implements, and ...

RN Critical Response Nurse ONM

Gresham, OR · On-site

$57.63 - $86.08/hr

The Critical Response Nurse (CRN) is an advanced clinical expert who can deliver composed guidance and care under emergent circumstances. * The CRN assesses, analyzes, plans, implements, and ...

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How much do critical response jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 2, 2026, the average hourly pay for critical response in the United States is $20.28, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $17.79 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a critical response?

Critical response jobs are positions that involve immediate action in high-pressure situations to address emergencies, crises, or urgent incidents. These roles can include first responders like paramedics, firefighters, police officers, emergency management personnel, and specialized crisis intervention teams. Individuals in critical response jobs are trained to assess situations quickly, make rapid decisions, and provide essential services to protect life, property, and public safety. The work often requires specialized training, emotional resilience, and the ability to collaborate with other responders. These roles are essential for effective disaster response and public safety operations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a critical response professional?

To thrive as a Critical Response professional, you need strong situational assessment, crisis management, and decision-making skills, often supported by relevant certifications such as EMT, law enforcement, or crisis intervention training. Familiarity with emergency communication systems, incident management software, and specialized safety equipment is typically required. Excellent communication, composure under pressure, and teamwork are essential soft skills for effectively managing high-stress incidents. These skills ensure rapid, coordinated, and effective responses that protect individuals and minimize harm during emergencies.

How does the critical response team typically coordinate with other departments during high-pressure incidents?

During high-pressure incidents, the Critical Response team collaborates closely with security, operations, and executive leadership to ensure a swift, unified response. Team members are often responsible for real-time communication, sharing updates, and clarifying roles to minimize confusion. This collaboration may involve scheduled debriefs, use of emergency communication tools, and adherence to established protocols. Being comfortable working cross-functionally and adapting to rapidly changing situations is essential for success in this role.

What is the difference between Critical Response vs Emergency Response?

AspectCritical ResponseEmergency Response
CertificationsCPR, First Aid, Crisis ManagementCPR, First Aid, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
Work EnvironmentSecurity incidents, crisis situations, high-stress environmentsAccidents, medical emergencies, disaster sites
Industry UsageSecurity, law enforcement, crisis managementHealthcare, public safety, disaster response

Critical Response focuses on managing security threats and crises, often in security or law enforcement settings, requiring crisis management skills. Emergency Response involves immediate medical or safety actions during accidents or disasters, typically requiring medical certifications like EMT. Both roles operate in high-stress environments but differ in their primary focus and required credentials.

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What are the most commonly searched types of Critical Response jobs?

The most popular types of Critical Response jobs are:

Infographic showing various Critical Response job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 82% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $42,185 per year, or $20.3 per hour.

Registered Nurse - Critical Response

SSM Health

Mount Vernon, IL • On-site

$32.77 - $52.43/hr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement

Posted 8 days ago


SSM Health rating

6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

Based on 552 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

498th of 898 rated healthcare providers


Job description

It's more than a career, it's a calling

IL-SSM Health Good Samaritan Hospital - Mount Vernon

Worker Type:

Regular

Job Highlights:

Sign-on Bonus: Please speak with your recruiter about sign on bonus eligibility!

Schedule Options: Full Time available

Schedule Time Options: 7p-7a

Benefits: Competitive, affordable health insurance including but not limited to:

  • Getting paid every day!
  • Access up to $5,250 in tuition coverage per year
  • Paid maternity & paternity coverage
  • Adoption assistance
  • Various competitive health insurance options & wellness plans
  • Retirement benefits including employer matching plans
  • Long & short-term disability
  • Employee assistance programs (EAP)

*Please note, benefits and eligibility can vary by position, exclusions may apply.

#CoreHire

Pay Range:

$32.77 - $52.43

Pay Rate Type:

Hourly SSM Health values the skills and talents that each team member brings to our organization. Compensation for this role is based on a variety of components including relevant experience, labor market, and other qualifications. The posted pay range for this position is what SSM Health reasonably expects, in good faith, to offer based on the circumstances at the time of posting. SSM Health may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law.

Job Summary:

This role is pat of the expert clinical team in the acute care area. Prevents clinical deterioration in patients outside of intensive care units. Leads the Critical Response team's initial assessment of critically ill patients and has the ability and clinical skills to assess and implement early interventions to prevent cardiopulmonary arrest, better facilitating the patient's transition to a higher level of care.

Job Responsibilities and Requirements:

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Acts as the first level of support for the bedside nursing team when the condition of a patient is in question or jeopardy.
  • Educates and supports the bedside team in the evaluation and management of unstable patients.
  • Guides the bedside nursing team to help direct patient care.
  • Assists in determining when to escalate a rapid response.
  • Facilitates early and rapid transition of patients to a higher level of care.
  • Closely monitors patients who have recently transferred from the intensive care unit (ICU).
  • Utilizes available data from the electronic medical record and other sources to identify at risk patients. e.g. Deterioration Index, Sepsis score and other acuity scores.
  • Collects and maintains data related to Rapid Response and Code episodes to drive process improvement.
  • Participates in Ministry Rapid Response and Code debrief process and Regional Critical Response Nursing Team.
  • Applies the existing body of evidence-based practice and scientific knowledge in health care to critical care nursing practice, ensuring that nursing care is delivered based on patient’s age-specific needs and clinical needs as described in the department's Scope of Service.
  • Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION

  • Graduate of accredited school of nursing or education equivalency for licensing

EXPERIENCE

  • Two years of registered nurse experience in critical care, emergency care or progressive care


PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Constant use of speech to share information through oral communication.
  • Constant standing and walking.
  • Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs.
  • Frequent sitting, reaching and keyboard use/data entry.
  • Frequent use of vision and depth perception for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more) and to identify and distinguish colors.
  • Frequent use of smell to detect/recognize odors.
  • Frequent use of hearing to receive oral communication, distinguish body sounds and/or hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc.
  • Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs.
  • Occasional lifting/moving of patients.
  • Occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, squatting, twisting, gripping and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements.
  • Occasional driving.
  • Rare crawling and running.

REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS 
 
State of Work Location: Illinois 

  •     Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA) 
  •     And 
  •     Registered Professional Nurse (RN) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)  
  •     And 
  •         Advanced Life Support (ALS) - American Heart Association (AHA) 
  •         Or 
  •         Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - American Heart Association (AHA) 

     
State of Work Location: Missouri 

  •     Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA) 
  •     And 
  •         Registered Nurse (RN) Issued by Compact State  
  •         Or 
  •         Registered Nurse (RN) - Missouri Division of Professional Registration 
  •     And 
  •         Advanced Life Support (ALS) - American Heart Association (AHA) 
  •         Or 
  •         Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - American Heart Association (AHA) 

     
State of Work Location: Oklahoma 

  •     Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA) 
  •     And 
  •         Registered Nurse (RN) Issued by Compact State  
  •         Or 
  •         Registered Nurse (RN) - Oklahoma Board of Nursing (OBN) 
  •     And 
  •         Advanced Life Support (ALS) - American Heart Association (AHA) 
  •         Or 
  •         Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - American Heart Association (AHA) 

     
State of Work Location: Wisconsin 

  •     Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA) 
  •     And 
  •         Registered Nurse (RN) Issued by Compact State  
  •         Or 
  •         Registered Nurse (RN) - Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services 
  •     And 
  •         Advanced Life Support (ALS) - American Heart Association (AHA) 
  •         Or 
  •         Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - American Heart Association (AHA) 

Work Shift:

Night Shift (United States of America)

Job Type:

Employee

Department:

8451000046 Patient Care Services
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
36

SSM Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. SSM Health provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Click here to learn more.



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