Provides nursing care for Life Flight operations, following Act 37 standards and protocols.
Key responsibilities include:
- Accepting duty assignments at various program sites as needed.
- Delivering patient care from initial contact to handoff at medical facilities.
- Maintaining detailed electronic medical records.
- Practicing within legal scope, maintaining competency through ongoing education.
- Communicating educational needs to leadership and completing safety-related reports.
- Maintaining equipment, supplies, and cleanliness of aircraft and ambulances.
- Serving as a flight crew member, assisting pilots, and participating in pre- and post-mission activities.
- Participating in specialty team transports (e.g., ECMO, NICU).
- Ensuring safety standards during flight operations and serving as a role model and preceptor for new staff.
- Troubleshooting equipment issues and contributing to safety and performance improvements.
Qualifications and skills:
- Critical care nursing experience (minimum of three years).
- Specialty certifications such as CCRN, CEN, CFRN, or CTRN (CFRN within one year of hire).
- Ability to lift at least 50 pounds, tolerate aircraft environment conditions, and travel as needed.
Additional details: Part-time role with rotating shifts, including weekends and holidays. The position requires adherence to safety standards, clinical competency, and active participation in ongoing education and team activities.