REGISTERED NURSE RHINELANDER - MEDEVAC

Aspirus; Rhinelander (WI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

PTO from day one

Retirement match

Wellness program

Job summary

Aspirus Medevac in Rhinelander, WI is seeking a Registered Nurse to join our 24-hour Medevac team. This full-time 1.0 FTE position provides critical care nursing in pre-hospital settings and inter-facility transports.

You will assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care, following evidence-based practices, with emphasis on safety and teamwork. Requirements include a nursing degree, WI and MI RN licenses, BLS/ACLS/PALS, and a valid driver's license; hospital critical care experience is

Qualifications

• Requires nursing degree; WI RN license; MI RN license required or eligible.
• 2 years hospital critical care experience required.
• Medical transport experience is beneficial.
• Current BLS, ACLS and PALS certifications.
• Valid Driver's License in the state of residence.

Responsibilities

• Provide assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of nursing care.
• Deliver care in pre-hospital and inter-facility transport settings.
• Maintain knowledge of EMS licensing regulations and practice scope.

Skills

Critical care nursing

BLS CPR

Multistate RN license

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in nursing

Wisconsin RN license

Michigan RN license

BLS certification

ACLS

PALS

Driver's license

Job description

REGISTERED NURSE - MEDEVACAspirus Medevac Base, Rhinelander, WIFull Time (1.0 FTE)24-hour shifts, every other weekend, holiday rotation

Compassion. Accountability. Collaboration. Foresight. Joy. These are the Aspirus Core Values; and we are looking for the BEST around to join us as we demonstrate those values Every. Single. Day.

The Medevac Registered Nurse is a professional who assumes responsibility and accountability for the provision of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing care provided that incorporates evidence-based practice. A key aspect of the work of Nursing is to continually improve the quality of nursing care by collecting and analyzing data.

Under the direction and supervision of the Manager - MedEvac and/or their designee, this position is responsible for providing safe, comprehensive care for critically ill and/or injured patients of all ages. Care is provided in the pre-hospital setting and during inter-facility transports (IFT) by understanding and applying the specialized principles and techniques of transport paramedic practice, emergency procedures and diagnostics.

Experience/Qualifications:

• Knowledge of patient care standards and practices is normally acquired through completion of a nursing program. Bachelor's degree in nursing preferred.
• Previous 2 years in hospital critical care.
• Medical transport experience is beneficial.
• Active Wisconsin RN license.
• Active Michigan Registered Nurse license.
• Current BLS certification
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support Provider Course
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support Provider Course
• Valid Driver's License in the State of residence.
• Completes all annual recurrent competency requirements.
• Is responsible for knowledge of and performing within the regulations and scope of practice of the EMS licensing agencies.

Employee Benefits

• Full benefits packages available for part- and full-time status.
• PTO accrual from day one!
• Generous retirement plan with match available.
• Wellness program for employees and their families.

Aspirus MedEvac medical transportation service provides 24-hour emergency air and ground medical transport for critically ill and injured individuals of North Central Wisconsin and Upper Michigan. We are dedicated to providing the highest standard of care and safety to our patients. Aspirus MedEvac operates critical care ground transfer ambulances from Wisconsin ground bases in Weston, Mosinee, Wisconsin Rapids, Medford, Plover, Portage, Rhinelander, Eagle River, Woodruff and Upper Michigan bases in Ontonagon, Iron River and Crystal Falls. In addition to the Critical care Ground Transports, Aspirus MedEvac also provides 911 coverage for Iron County MI, Lincoln County WI, Oneida County WI, Taylor County WI, Vilas County WI, and Watersmeet MI. The ground units are staffed with Critical Care Paramedics, Registered Nurses and EMTs. MedEvac air is staffed with a pilot, a Flight Nurse and a Flight Paramedic and is capable of transporting one patient.

Our Mission: We heal people, promote health and strengthen communities.

Our Vision: Aspirus is a catalyst for creating healthy, thriving communities, trusted and engaged above all others.

As an Aspirus team, we demonstrate caring, we plan to impact the future, work with happiness and enthusiasm, recognize our power to make a difference and improve the health of our communities.

Aspirus Health is a nonprofit, community-directed health system based in Wausau, Wisconsin, serving northeastern Minnesota, northern and central Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The health system operates 18 hospitals and 130 outpatient locations with nearly 14,000 team members, including 1,300 employed physicians and advanced practice clinicians. For more information visit aspirus.org. Click here to learn more.

Credentials:Essential:* REGISTERED NURSE LICENSE* CPR or BLS* Online Transport Prof. Advanced Trauma Course* RN-RN MI* ADVANCED CARDIAC LIFE SUPPORT* PEDIATRIC ADVANCED LIFE SUPPORT (PALS) Credential source:Essential:* AIR & SURFACE PORT NURSES ASSOCIATION