Pediatric Transport Flight Nurse - Night Shift

Mercy Co; Overland (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy St. Louis is seeking a Pediatric Transport RN for full-time night coverage to deliver expert pediatric care during transport, including helicopter transfers.

As part of the Pediatric Transport Team, you will assess, stabilize, and monitor pediatric patients, coordinating care across departments while ensuring safety, privacy, and family involvement throughout the transport process.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited professional nursing program.
• Current RN license in the hiring state and/or applicable compact license.
• BLS certification or completion within 30 days of hire.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of a transport environment, including lifting, pushing, and pulling up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Assess and stabilize pediatric patients for transport.
• Provide continuous nursing care during helicopter transfers.
• Perform necessary diagnostic and therapeutic interventions.
• Interpret monitoring, laboratory, and diagnostic information.
• Communicate changes in patient condition with physicians and the multidisciplinary team.
• Provide safe, effective patient handoffs using tools such as SBAR.
• Coordinate care across departments and facilities.
• Involve patients and families in care decisions and education.
• Advocate for patient safety, privacy, and dignity throughout the transport process.

Skills

RN license

BLS certification

Physical stamina

Education

Nursing degree

Job description

Mercy St. Louis is seeking a Pediatric Transport RN for full-time night coverage to deliver expert pediatric care during transport, including helicopter transfers.

As part of the Pediatric Transport Team, you will assess, stabilize, and monitor pediatric patients, coordinating care across departments while ensuring safety, privacy, and family involvement throughout the transport process.