Pediatric Transport RN – Night Shift (Helicopter)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Tuition assistance

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy St. Louis is seeking an experienced Pediatric Transport RN for a full-time night position to support helicopter transfers and high-acuity pediatric care.

You will assess and stabilize pediatric patients during transport, provide continuous nursing care, and collaborate with physicians and a multidisciplinary team. Requirements include graduation from an accredited nursing program, current RN license (state or compact), BLS certification, and the ability to meet the physical demands of

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

Critical thinking

Calm under pressure

Communication with physicians

Handoff using SBAR

Education

Graduate of an accredited nursing program

Job description

Mercy St. Louis is seeking an experienced Pediatric Transport RN for a full-time night position to support helicopter transfers and high-acuity pediatric care.

You will assess and stabilize pediatric patients during transport, provide continuous nursing care, and collaborate with physicians and a multidisciplinary team. Requirements include graduation from an accredited nursing program, current RN license (state or compact), BLS certification, and the ability to meet the physical demands of