Flight Nurse - Located in Paducah, KY

Air Evac Lifeteam; Paducah (KY); On-site; USD 31,924 - 45,468; Full time

Job summary

Air Evac Lifeteam is seeking a Flight Nurse for immediate hiring in Paducah, KY. The role offers a starting pay of $28.09 plus additional geography modification and involves safely transporting patients to and from medical facilities.

The ideal candidate will have three years of experience in critical care, a current RN license, and must maintain certifications such as BLS and ACLS. Join a dedicated team committed to high safety standards and effective patient care.

Qualifications

• Three years of experience in an Emergency or Adult Critical Care setting.
• Current RN license in the states served by the assigned area.
• Certified Registered Flight Nurse (CFRN) required within 24 months from date of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assess each situation to determine the best course of action for patient care.
• Utilize critical thinking skills to manage critically ill or injured patients.
• Maintain a safe and well-stocked aircraft environment.

Skills

Critical thinking skills

Patient assessment

Team communication

Education

Current RN license

EMT Certification

BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP certifications

Job description

Overview

Flight Nurse – Immediate Hiring in Paducah, KY. Starting at $28.09 + DOE, with an additional $5 Geo Modification. Flight Nurse opportunity to work with air transportation experts to safely transport patients to and from medical facilities as well as scene calls. Safety, effective and efficient patient care is a key pillar of our services; you\'ll work on a quality, professional team that is committed to high safety standards for the crew and our customers.

Responsibilities

• Flight Nurses will 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 the critically ill or injured adult or pediatric patient and support physicians’ orders.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and well-stocked aircraft environment, conduct regular equipment and base checks, and comply with safety standards and briefings.
• Work collaboratively and communicate 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 company and regulatory documentation and records.
• Maintain required certifications and ongoing training required for the position.

Other Responsibilities

• Be on-time, reliable, professional, and meet elevated standards in safety and service.

Minimum Qualifications

• 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 & Trauma Certification in state(s) where required.
• BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP required prior to flight status (NRP certification is provided during New Hire Training).
• Certified Registered Flight Nurse (CFRN) required within 24 months from date of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

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

EEO Statement

Global Medical Response and its family of companies are an Equal Opportunity Employer, which includes supporting veterans and providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with a disability.