FLIGHT NURSE (FULL TIME WITH BENEFITS)

Job Summary

Provides high quality nursing care for patients across the life-span in assigned clinical area, to include assessment, triage, and treatment utilizing standards and guidelines established by CSI within scope of practice. Assesses the nature and extent of illness and injury to establish and prioritize care needed for safe transport of the critical patient to the appropriate facility working in collaboration with flight paramedic partner; is qualified to provide care responsible for carrying out the mission and goals of CSI assuring that safety remains the highest priority throughout the transport continuum.

Responsibilities

· Practices within his/her scope as defined by the state regulations and company policies

· Maintains competency in knowledge and psychomotor skills by participating in

ongoing laboratory and clinical experiences

· Maintains currency of required licensure, certifications, and continuing education

· Maintains currency in aviation and safety training, OSHA and HIPAA training

· Knowledgeable in use and routine maintenance of all medical equipment

· Responsible for reporting medical equipment failures

· Maintains positive interpersonal relationships with colleagues, EMS representatives,

hospitals and the public

· Participates in departmental quality improvement, SMS, and utilization management activities as assigned

· Attends and participates in meetings according to established departmental

guidelines

· Other duties as assigned

Requirements

· Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing

· Minimum of 3 years of experience in ICU or Emergency nursing experience

· Licenses & Certifications:

o Current RN License(s) for states of practice or compact privileges

o Current certification in BLS; ACLS: PALS or equivalent (AHA course required)

· Physical:

o Must be able to lift and carry a minimum of 40lbs. without assistance for 30 meters.

o Must be able to lift a minimum of 250lbs. to chest height as part of a three-person team (250lbs. shared between 3 people).

o Must weigh less than 250lbs. in street clothes.

o Must display a full, unrestricted range of motion in all limbs, joints, neck, back and waist.

Preferred Qualifications and Experience

· Previous flight experience