Skill
Critical Thinking
Soft Skills and Communication
Critical thinking is the ability to objectively analyze information, question assumptions, and evaluate evidence before reaching a conclusion or decision. It is a foundational soft skill valued across nearly every profession, from engineering to management, because it supports sound problem-solving and reduces errors caused by bias or incomplete reasoning. Employers often list it as a core competency on job descriptions and performance reviews.
Critical Thinking in the job market
Last checked October 28, 2026
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Open roles requiring Critical Thinking (14)
Registered Nurse - Critical Care (SCU)
Veterans Health Administration
Full-time · Johnson City, TN · $66,551 – $126,098
This is a senior nursing role in a Veterans Affairs critical care unit serving veterans with complex medical, surgical, and neurological conditions. The position requires advanced clinical expertise, leadership in care delivery, and the ability to mentor peers while managing critically ill patients in a high-acuity setting.
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LifeFlight Ground AEMT - $7,500 sign-on bonus! Clarksville
Vanderbilt University & Medical Center
Full-time · Clarksville, TN
LifeFlight Ground operates a fleet of advanced life support ambulances across Middle Tennessee, primarily for interfacility transfers. This role suits AEMTs who can work variable 12-hour shifts and want to deliver patient care in a structured, protocol-driven environment.
Listed on Vanderbilt University & Medical Center’s careers site · Apply there ↗
Med Surg RN Contract Assignment - Nights - 36hrs/wk. - $78.60/hr.
AdventHealth
Contract · ADVENTHEALTH CASTLE ROCK · $79 / hour
A medical-surgical nurse position on night shift in a Colorado hospital, delivering acute inpatient care including assessments, medication administration, and patient education. This role suits experienced nurses with a background in hospital nursing who are comfortable with rotating nights and contract-based work.
Listed on AdventHealth’s careers site · Apply there ↗
Clinical Safety and Risk Management Associate Principal Scientist
Merck
Full-time
A medical specialist responsible for reviewing adverse event reports and developing safety strategies for pharmaceutical products in collaboration with physicians and cross-functional teams. This role suits someone with clinical background and drug safety expertise who can manage complex regulatory and pharmacovigilance responsibilities.
Listed on Merck’s careers site · Apply there ↗
New Grad RN Resident - Metabolic Surgery
Cleveland Clinic
Full-time · Cleveland, OH
This is a residency program for newly licensed nurses in a bariatric surgery unit, providing structured training and mentorship as you transition from nursing school into clinical practice. It suits nurses who are newly graduated or early in their careers and want hands-on experience in a supportive, team-oriented environment.
Listed on Cleveland Clinic’s careers site · Apply there ↗
Manager, Finance
Comcast
Philadelphia, PA
Lead a finance team supporting Comcast's Global Product Organization, managing budgets, forecasts, and financial analysis to guide strategic decisions for platforms and devices. This role suits an experienced finance professional ready to develop a team while translating complex data into insights for executives.
Listed on Comcast’s careers site · Apply there ↗
Registered Nurse (ICU)
Veterans Health Administration
Full-time · Salem, VA · $73,846 – $150,053
This VA hospital ICU position provides direct nursing care to acutely ill patients with moderate stability and high risk for decline, requiring intensive monitoring and clinical judgment. The role suits nurses with at least two years of ICU experience who are ready to develop leadership capabilities while maintaining evidence-based practice in a federal healthcare setting.
Via USAJOBS · Apply there ↗
Registered Nurse, Cardiovascular Stepdown, Night Shift - VUH
Vanderbilt University & Medical Center
Full-time · Nashville, TN
This night shift role on a cardiovascular stepdown unit cares for cardiac patients with varying acuity levels, including those recovering from procedures and managing complex conditions. It suits registered nurses with at least a year of experience who want to build expertise in cardiac nursing within a collaborative teaching hospital environment.
Listed on Vanderbilt University & Medical Center’s careers site · Apply there ↗
Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse
AdventHealth
Full-time · ADVENTHEALTH DADE CITY · $32 – $52 / hour
A night shift registered nurse position in a progressive care unit at an acute care hospital, suited for nurses with critical care experience who want structured professional development and sign-on incentives.
Listed on AdventHealth’s careers site · Apply there ↗
Xfinity Retail Sales Consultant (East Peoria, IL)
Comcast
Full-time · IL - East Peoria, 426 W Washington St - Retail XFR1308 · $16 – $23 / hour
A retail sales position at a Comcast Xfinity store where you'll sell internet, TV, and phone services to walk-in customers. This role suits people who enjoy face-to-face sales, can handle rejection well, and want to work in a structured retail environment with commission upside.
Listed on Comcast’s careers site · Apply there ↗
Roles that use Critical Thinking
Employers hiring for Critical Thinking
6 in total, most open roles first.
- AdventHealth5 roles
- Comcast2 roles
- VA
- CCCleveland Clinic1 role
- Merck1 role
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