Pediatric Transport RN – Night Shift (Flight/Helicopter)

Mercy Co; Bellefontaine Neighbors (MO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy St. Louis is seeking an experienced Pediatric Transport RN to join our team.

The role emphasizes critical-care transport for pediatric patients during night shifts, including helicopter transfers, and requires strong clinical judgment, calm under pressure, and teamwork with physicians and a multidisciplinary crew. The position supports high-acuity pediatric care outside the bedside, with opportunities to educate families and coordinate cross-department transport while upholding safety,

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited professional nursing program.
• Current RN license in the hiring state and/or applicable compact.
• 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 (compact)

BLS certification

PALS

ACLS/ALS

NRP

ENPC

TNCC

PEARS

STABLE

Pediatric transport nursing

Education

Nursing degree

Job description

Mercy St. Louis is seeking an experienced Pediatric Transport RN to join our team.

The role emphasizes critical-care transport for pediatric patients during night shifts, including helicopter transfers, and requires strong clinical judgment, calm under pressure, and teamwork with physicians and a multidisciplinary crew. The position supports high-acuity pediatric care outside the bedside, with opportunities to educate families and coordinate cross-department transport while upholding safety,