Flight Nurse

Rural Metro Fire Department; Decatur (TX); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as a Flight Nurse, where you will play a crucial role in air transportation of patients. Your expertise in critical care and emergency response will be vital in ensuring the safety and well-being of patients during transport. Collaborate with a dedicated team committed to high safety standards and compassionate care. This position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact in emergency medical services while advancing your skills with ongoing training and certifications. If you're ready to take your nursing career to new heights, this role is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in Emergency or Adult Critical Care as a licensed RN.
• Current RN license in the states served by the assigned area.

Responsibilities

• Assess situations to determine the best course of action for patient care.
• Communicate effectively with air and ground teams and maintain documentation.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Patient Care

Communication

Emergency Response

Education

Registered Nurse License

EMT Certification

BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP Certifications

Job description

Flight Nurse – Starting at $28.09+ DOE

IMMEDIATE HIRING! Flight NURSE Opportunity

We’re hiring a Flight Nurse to work with our team of air transportation experts to safely transport patients to and from medical facilities as well as scene call work. Safety, effective and efficient patient care is a key pillar of our services. You’ll work on a professional team committed to high safety standards for both crew and customers.

Responsibilities:

• Assess each situation to determine the best course of action to support, monitor, and treat patients in critical care situations.
• Utilize critical thinking skills to manage critically ill or injured adult or pediatric patients and support physicians’ orders.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and well-stocked aircraft environment, perform regular equipment and base checks, and comply with safety standards and briefings.
• Communicate effectively and professionally with air and ground teams, dispatch, flight crews, facilities, and partners.
• Share shift change information with the transitioning team and follow protocols to maintain accurate documentation and records.
• Maintain required certifications and ongoing training for the position.

Other Responsibilities:

• Be punctual, reliable, professional, and uphold safety and service standards.

Minimum Qualifications:

• At least three years of experience in an Emergency or Adult Critical Care setting as a licensed RN.
• Current RN license in the states served by the assigned area.
• EMT Certification where required.
• BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP certifications prior to flight status (NRP certification provided during New Hire Training).
• Trauma Certification where required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior flight experience.
• Instructor certifications in BLS, ACLS, PALS/PEPP, ITLS/PHTLS.

Other Qualifications:

• Obtain advanced certifications (CEN, CCRN, CFRN) within 24 months from hire date.

Why Choose Air Evac Lifeteam?

As a leader in helicopter air ambulance services, Air Evac Lifeteam is part of Global Medical Response (GMR). Our teams deliver compassionate, quality medical care, primarily in emergency and patient relocation services. Learn more about our stories and values at www.AtaMomentsNotice.com, and explore our benefits at GlobalMedicalResponse.com/Careers.

EEO Statement

Global Medical Response and its affiliates are an Equal Opportunity Employer, supporting veterans and providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.

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