Registered Nurse - Critical Care Transport

1004 Lehigh Valley Hospital; Center Valley (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Lehigh Valley Health Network is seeking an experienced Transport Nurse to administer patient care during transport to hospital settings. You will ensure safe and timely ground or air transfers and provide basic and critical life support to patients across age groups.

The role requires specialized RN licensure and emergency/critical care experience, with the ability to work under pressure and coordinate closely with medical teams to maintain patient safety and complete documentation.

Qualifications

• Specialized Diploma Registered Nurse 3 years Emergency and/or Critical Nursing.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet close deadlines.
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and problem solving skills.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office software, MS Outlook, and EMR applications.

Responsibilities

• Transports sick and injured persons to and from treatment centers and reports the patient's condition and reaction to drugs, treatments, and significant incidents.
• Provides therapeutic intervention, emergency interventions, and preparation for transport from hospitals or accident scenes.
• Recognizes and treats illnesses and injuries according to established operating protocols.
• Functions as a primary or secondary caregiver to ensure that each patient receives treatment in accordance with transport policies.

Skills

Under pressure

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Registered Nurse license

Emergency/critical care experience

Job description

Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks. Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work. LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day. Whether you’re considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.

Summary

Administers patient care for all patient care activities during the care and transport of patients to the hospital. Provides safe and timely ground or helicopter transport of patients, while providing basic and critical care life support. Assists emergency health care providers to deliver care to critical patients.

Job Duties

Transports sick and injured persons to and from treatment centers and reports the patient's condition and reaction to drugs, treatments, and significant incidents. Provides therapeutic intervention, emergency interventions, and preparation for transport (via ground or helicopter) from hospitals or accident scenes. Recognizes and treats illnesses and injuries according to established operating protocols. Functions as a primary or secondary caregiver to ensure that each patient receives treatment that is in accordance with all transport policies and procedures. Evaluates critically ill or injured patients of all age groups (neonatal through adult). Shares responsibilities to complete post transport activities such as cleaning, refueling, and restocking ambulance supplies and equipment. Maintains contact with transport coordinator on any problems or questions pertaining to duties and policies. Implements treatment plans and options for various life-threatening medical conditions. Reviews charts to ensure complete and consistent documentation of patient records. Coordinates transport related phone calls, including inter-institutional or intra-institutional calls. Follows network/department guidelines decontamination of work area and transport vehicle both daily and after every patient mission.

Minimum Qualifications

• Specialized Diploma Registered Nurse 3 years Emergency and/or Critical Nursing.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet close deadlines.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment in making critical decisions.
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and problem solving skills.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office software, MS Outlook, and EMR applications.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support - State of Pennsylvania
• Upon Hire ACLS - Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support - State of Pennsylvania
• Upon Hire PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support - State of Pennsylvania
• Upon Hire CEN - Certified Emergency Nurse BCEN - State of Pennsylvania or CFRN - Certified Flight Registered Nurse BCEN - State of Pennsylvania Pre-Hospital RN - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire RN - Licensed Registered Nurse_PA - State of Pennsylvania or NLC Compact State RN License - Interstate Commission of Nurse Licensure Compact
• Administrators Preferred Qualifications Associate’s Degree or Bachelor’s Degree

Preferred Qualifications

Associate’s Degree or Bachelor’s Degree

Physical Demands

Lift and carry 40-50 lbs. Examples: Push/pull patients on bed, stretcher (requires 29 lbs. push force), lateral transfers up to 50 lbs. of the patient's weight. Frequent to continuous standing/walking. Patient transporters can walk 8-10 miles per shift. *Patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.

Job Description Disclaimer

Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require. Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.

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Work Shift: Day Shift Address: 3950 Oakhurst Dr Primary Location: Center Valley- Oakhurst Drive Position Type: Onsite Union: Not Applicable Work Schedule: 12-hour variable schedule Department: Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) is the region’s largest employer and health care provider of choice. Our nearly 20,000 health care professionals take pride in what they do and are driven by our mission to heal, comfort and care for the people of our community.

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If you are someone who aligns with LVHN’s core values – Compassion, Integrity, Collaboration and Excellence – you will have a rewarding and successful career here.