Provides nursing care for Life Flight operations, adhering to Act 37 standards and protocols.
Key responsibilities include:
- Accepting duty assignments at various program sites as needed.
- Delivering patient care from initial contact to transfer to medical facilities.
- Documenting patient information thoroughly in Electronic Medical Records.
- Practicing within the scope defined by state regulations, BEMS, and organizational policies, maintaining competency through ongoing training.
- Communicating educational needs and maintaining continuing education requirements.
- Maintaining equipment, supplies, and cleanliness of aircraft and ground vehicles.
- Functioning as a flight crew member and assisting the pilot when necessary.
- Participating in pre-mission briefings, debriefings, and completing related documentation.
- Serving as a transport resource for specialty team transports, including ECMO and NICU.
- Ensuring safety standards are followed during all flight phases.
- Acting as a role model, preceptor, and resource for hospital, EMS, and healthcare professionals.
- Participating in safety and performance evaluations, troubleshooting equipment issues, and contributing to safety programs.
Qualifications and skills include:
- Critical care nursing experience (minimum three years).
- Specialty certifications such as CCRN, CEN, CFRN, or CTRN (CFRN required within one year).
- Ability to lift at least 50 pounds and work in various challenging environments, including aircraft and hangars.
- Flexibility to work rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, and travel as needed.
This role requires strong clinical skills, safety awareness, adaptability, and excellent communication abilities.