Flight Nurse - Per Diem

Plumas District Hospital; California, Northern (MO, KY); Hybrid; USD 63,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

PTO

Retirement plan

Education reimbursement

Life insurance

Job summary

Plumas District Hospital in Quincy, CA is seeking a Flight Nurse for the Per Diem program to deliver emergency medical care in flight and during transport, following applicable laws and hospital policies.

The ideal candidate holds a California RN license with ACLS/BCLS/PALS and ITLS/PHTLS, CFRN and NRP, plus three years of critical care or emergency nursing experience. Per diem roles may include shift differentials and holiday pay.

Qualifications

• Three years of full-time critical care or emergency nursing experience.
• Maintain California RN licensure and required CMEs.
• ACLS, BCLS, PALS, ITLS/PHTLS and CFRN/NRP certifications within stated timelines.
• Valid driver’s license and basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Respond to emergencies quickly and efficiently in-flight or on scene.
• Administer basic, advanced and critical care life support per protocols.
• Assess injuries and illnesses to prioritize procedures.
• Communicate with receiving facilities to coordinate patient transfer.
• Maintain order at scenes and coordinate with EMS teams.

Skills

Critical care experience

Emergency nursing

Computer literacy

Education

CA RN licensure

ACLS

BCLS

PALS

ITLS/PHTLS

CFRN

NRP

Job description

Flight Nurse - Per Diem

Per Diem
Job ID: 2026-1828 Category: Sierra Regional EMS

Nature and Scope

Under the supervisor, the ideal incumbent will perform duties associated with providing emergency medical care to the sick and injured in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Company policies.

Location

• We are located at 1065 Bucks Lake Road, Quincy, CA 95971.
• You may be scheduled to work in either Lassen or Plumas County

Compensation

Compensation for Non-Benefited, Per Diem Pay Scale

• Base Rate: $45.82–$66.89 per hour
• Starting pay is determined using our clinical pay scales, which feature 13 steps recognizing up to 30 years of relevant experience.
• Eligible employees may also receive shift differential and holiday pay.

Job Status/Shift Information

• Per Diem, non-benefited

Qualifications

Experience:

• Three (3) years full-time critical care and / or emergency nursing experience.
• Must possess basic computer knowledge.
• Experience in flight medicine, EMS and public education (field or classroom based)

Education:

• Maintain current California RN licensure.
• Maintain the required annual continuing medical education credits as set forth by the California Board of Nursing.
• Valid driver's license.
• Nevada R and EMS-RN licensure within two (2) months of hire
• ACLS certification.
• BCLS certification.
• Hazardous Materials R & I (after hire).
• PALS certification.
• Advanced trauma course (ITLS, PHTLS, or TPATC, along with SREMS advanced skills training within two (2) months of hire.
• CFRN certification within eighteen (18) months of hire.
• NRP certification within six (6) months of hire.
• Other certifications as required.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Advanced Physiology & Pathophysiology: Deep understanding of how altitude, pressure changes, and flight stressors affect critically ill or injured patients.
• Critical Care Pharmacology: In-depth knowledge of vasoactive drugs, paralytics, sedatives, and mechanical ventilation protocols.
• Aviation Safety & Operations: Understanding of FAA regulations, aircraft weight/balance limitations, and survival/safety protocols
• Trauma & Resuscitation: Mastery of advanced life support
• Advanced Airway & Surgical Interventions: Proficiency in endotracheal intubation, needle/surgical cricothyrotomy, and mechanical ventilator management.

Responsibilities

• Responding to an emergency efficiently and promptly.
• Administering basic, advanced and critical care life support to patients at the scene or transferring facility, en route to the receiving hospital, and in a pre-hospital setting, in accordance with federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and standards, and in accordance with Company policies and guidelines.
• Assessing the nature and extent of injury or illness to establish and prioritize medical procedures to be followed.
• Effectively communicating with professional medical personnel and treatment facilities to obtain instructions regarding further treatment and/or to arrange reception of patients to the appropriate center.
• Maintaining order at scenes and requesting facilities.

Benefits/Perks

Benefits for Eligible Employees

The following benefits are available to eligible full-time and part-time employees following applicable waiting periods:

• Comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision plans
• PDH Employee Discount Program, which waives applicable deductibles and coinsurance for eligible services received at Plumas District Hospital
• Generous paid time off (PTO) accrual
• Paid leave for continuing education, bereavement, and jury duty
• Employer-sponsored retirement plans featuring:
  • A 3% employer contribution
  • An employer match of 50% of employee contributions, up to the plan maximum
• $20,000 in employer-paid life insurance
• Voluntary benefit options, including additional life insurance, long-term disability insurance for full-time employees, and identity theft protection
• Potential loan-forgiveness opportunities for eligible healthcare professionals
• Educational and career-development support, including Certified Medical Assistant training, an LVN-to-RN step-up program, and tuition reimbursement

On average, employer-provided benefits add approximately 40% to the value of an employee’s total compensation package.

Perks Available to Employees

• Paid sick leave, with five days awarded annually based on the employee’s anticipated work schedule
  • Available to benefit-eligible employees and non-benefited employees scheduled to work at least 30 shifts during the calendar year
• An inclusive, supportive, and connected work environment
• Discounted rates at the PDH Child Care Center
• Competitive compensation
• The opportunity for all employees to contribute to an employer-sponsored retirement plan
• Discounted CareFlight/AirMedCare Network memberships
• Shift differentials for eligible shifts and PDH-observed holidays

Why Plumas District Hospital

Work in a setting with rugged canyons, crystal clear lakes, grassy meadows, trout-filled streams, fresh pine forests, and brilliant star-filled skies. This is your chance to provide compassionate care with exceptional customer service at Plumas District Hospital. With a diverse population with people from all walks of life, PDH team members provide the residents of Quincy and the surrounding area with essential health care services that are vital to this small mountain community. PDH is located in Quincy, California which is the largest community in Plumas County and has a population of 5,000 residents. Quincy is nestled against the Western slope of the Sierra Nevada mountain range and tucked in at the edge of the lush American Valley. Chico, California is 80 miles west and Reno, Nevada is 80 miles east of Quincy. Join a medical team that puts community first. Click this link https://www.pdh.org/ to learn more about PDH providers, services, and surrounding community today!