Critical Care Flight Nurse – Save Lives in Transit

Rural Metro Fire Department; Watson (IL); On-site; USD 31,924 - 45,468; Full time

Job summary

Rural Metro Fire Department seeks a Flight Nurse based in Watson, IL to transport patients to and from facilities and participate in scene calls. You will work with a professional air-transport team, upholding high safety standards and patient care quality, under Air Evac Lifeteam's umbrella.

Requirements include 3+ years in emergency or critical care nursing, RN licensure in applicable states, and CFRN within 24 months. Certifications in BLS/ACLS/PALS/NRP are required before flight status.

Qualifications

• Three years of experience in Emergency or Adult Critical Care as an RN.
• Active RN license for states served in the assigned area.
• BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP required prior to flight status; CFRN within 24 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assess situations to determine best course of action for patient care in critical settings.
• Support physicians’ orders and manage critically ill or injured patients.
• Maintain safe aircraft environment and perform base/equipment checks.

Skills

Emergency nursing

Critical care

Team communication

Education

RN license

BLS

ACLS

PALS

NRP

CFRN

Job description

Rural Metro Fire Department seeks a Flight Nurse based in Watson, IL to transport patients to and from facilities and participate in scene calls. You will work with a professional air-transport team, upholding high safety standards and patient care quality, under Air Evac Lifeteam's umbrella.

Requirements include 3+ years in emergency or critical care nursing, RN licensure in applicable states, and CFRN within 24 months. Certifications in BLS/ACLS/PALS/NRP are required before flight status.