Critical Care Transport Nurse

Carle Health; Champaign (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Carle Health is seeking a Critical Care Transport Nurse who provides high-quality nursing care during patient transport. The role requires various certifications and a college degree in nursing, along with responsibilities including patient assessment and participation in educational outreach activities. Join a supportive team dedicated to healthcare excellence.

Benefits

$2,500 Relocation bonus available (greater than 50 miles)

Qualifications

• Licensed RN in Illinois and Indiana.
• BLS, ACLS, PALS certifications required.
• Critical care nursing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality nursing care during patient transport.
• Participate in outreach marketing and education activities.
• Act as flight resource and assist in patient assessment.

Skills

Triage

Assessment

Patient Care

Safety Compliance

Education

College Diploma: Nursing

Job description

Overview

$10,000 Sign on Bonus Available!!!

$2,500 Relocation bonus available (greater than 50 miles)

(external candidates only)

The Critical Care Transport Nurse (CCTRN) provides high quality nursing care including triage, assessment and treatment utilizing the policies and protocols within the scope of practice as directed by the Critical Care Transport Program Medical Director. The CCTRN, in collaboration with their partner, will assess the nature and extent of illness and injury to establish and prioritize care needed for a safe transport to an appropriate facility. The CCTRN will be qualified to provide care for patients across the life span. The CCTRN will be responsible the ensuring that safety remains the highest priority throughout the transport continuum. The CCTRN will also be responsible for public relations activities in the region, education of regional providers, quality review of transports, case study reviews, among other PR and quality activities.

Qualifications

Certifications:

Licensed Registered Professional Nurse (RN) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR);

and

Licensed Registered Professional Nurse (RN) - Indiana (IN) - Indiana Professional Licensing Agency (IPLA);

Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days - American Heart Association (AHA);

and

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Provider - American Heart Association (AHA);

and

Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Provider - American Heart Association (AHA);

and

Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) within 3 months - American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP);

and

Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) within 3 months - Emergency Nurses Association (ENA);

or

Trauma Nurse Specialist (TNS) within 3 months - Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH);

and

International Trauma Life Support (ITLS) within 3 months - International Trauma Life Support (ITLS);

or

Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) within 3 months - National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians (NAEMT);

and

National Nursing Certification - Varies; Hazardous Materials Awareness (HazMat) within 6 months - Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA);

and

ICS-800: National Incident Management System (NIMS) within 6 months - Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA);

and

ICS-700: National Incident Management System (NIMS) within 6 months - Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA);

and

ICS-200: National Incident Management System (NIMS) within 6 months - Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA);

and

ICS-100: National Incident Management System (NIMS) within 6 months - Federal Emergency Management Agency

(FEMA),

and

Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN) within 2 years - Board of Certification for Emergency Nursing (BCEN);

or

Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN) within 2 years - American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN)

or

Certified Pediatric Nurse (CPN) within 2 years - Pediatric Nursing Certification Board (PNCB);or

or

Certified Flight Registered Nurse (CFRN) within 2 years - Board of Certification for Emergency Nursing (BCEN);

and

Pre-Hospital Registered Nurse (PHRN) within 6 months - Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA);

or

Licensed Paramedic - Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH);

and

Driver's License - Secretary of State (SOS);

Education: College Diploma: Nursing, Work Experience: Critical care nursing

Responsibilities

Delivers patient care as directed by Patient Care Guidelines, or online medical directionComplies with safety standards to assure safety of self, other medical personnel, patient and equipmentParticipates in patient and referring institution follow upParticipates in planned outreach marketing and education activitiesAttends pre-mission briefings and mission debriefings and completes necessary documentationAssists in pre-mission liftoff checklist and assists pilot as requested (i.e., radio, navigational and visual observation activities)Complies with safety standards to assure safety of self, other medical personnel, patient and equipmentServes as flight resource to neonatal/obstetric personnel when transporting specialty team and patientActs as preceptor and/or participates in orientation of new employees and students as assignedConducts safety briefings as necessaryCommunicates with appropriate medical personnel regarding patient condition, history, treatments, response to treatments and other relevant informationMaintains safety, security, cleanliness and appearance of the aircraft, equipment and supplies including controlled substances and patient belongingsAbility to work in confined mobile spacesParticipates in departmental quality improvement activitiesCompletes reports that are accurate and legible while ensuring that medical, billing and administrative information is completeBecomes knowledgeable in all aspects of flight physiology, flight safety procedures, ground handling, emergency and non-emergent ambulance operations, navigation and radio or telephonic communicationWill remain within the safety standard of 235 pounds or less (235 pounds will include flight suit, boots, helmet and coat)Adheres to Carle Behavior StandardsPromotes Critical Care Transport programs throughout Carle HealthAbility to work in both air and ground transport vehiclesOther duties as assign
About Us

Find it here.

Discover the job, the career, the purpose you were meant for. The supportive and inclusive team where you can thrive. The place where growth meets balance – and opportunities meet flexibility. Find it all at Carle Health.

Based in Urbana, IL, Carle Health is a healthcare system with nearly 16,600 team members in its eight hospitals, physician groups and a variety of healthcare businesses. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle Foundation Hospital, Carle Health Methodist Hospital, Carle Health Proctor Hospital, Carle Health Pekin Hospital, and Carle Hoopeston Regional Health Center hold Magnet designations, the nation’s highest honor for nursing care. The system includes Methodist College and Carle Illinois College of Medicine, the world’s first engineering-based medical school, and Health Alliance. We offer opportunities in several communities throughout central Illinois with potential for growth and life-long careers at Carle Health.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. | For more information: [e-mail].

Compensation and Benefits

The compensation range for this position is $37.02per hour - $63.67per hour. This represents a good faith minimum and maximum range for the role at the time of posting by Carle Health. The actual compensation offered a candidate will be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked and compensation model.Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers. To learn more visit careers.carlehealth.org/benefits.