RN, Transport

CCMC Cook Children's Medical Center; Prosper (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Cook Children's Medical Center in Prosper, TX, seeks an RN, Transport to join the ground transport team. You will provide nursing care to neonatal and pediatric patients during ground, rotor wing, and fixed wing transports, collaborating with RTs and Paramedics to ensure safe, timely care.

Based at Meacham Airport initially, with eventual relocation to Prosper. Requires graduation from an accredited nursing program and Texas RN license, plus 3 years of neonatal/pediatric ICU/ED or transport

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Minimum of 3 years recent Neonatal and/or Pediatric ICU and/or Pediatric Emergency Department experience or current Neonatal/Pediatric Transport experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to neonatal and pediatric patients during ground, rotor wing, and fixed wing transports; collaborate with RTs and Paramedics to ensure safe, timely care.
• Coordinate with Transport Team to ensure smooth handoffs and patient safety during all modes of transport.
• Meet licensure and certification requirements and support the mission and values of Cook Children's Health Care System.

Skills

Critical thinking

Communication

Team collaboration

Customer service

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Job description

Location: Medical Center-Prosper Department: Transport-Ground Shift: Varying Shifts (United States of America) Standard Weekly Hours: 36

Summary: The RN, Transport will function as a team member while upholding the mission, vision and values of Cook Children's Health Care System. This person will work in collaboration with RTs and Paramedics, in providing cares to the Neonatal and Pediatric population in all modes of transport, including ground ambulance, rotor wing and fixed wing aircraft. This person must possess critical thinking skills while practicing sound judgement throughout the transport process in varied settings. The RN, Transport will be self-motivated and demonstrate strong communication and customer service skills. This position will eventually be based out of our Prosper location but until that location is ready this person would be based out of Meacham Airport with our Transport Team.

Education: Graduate of an accredited nursing program. Minimum of 3 year recent Neonatal and/or Pediatric ICU and/or Pediatric Emergency Department experience or current Neonatal/Pediatric Transport experience.

Certification/Licensure:

• Current license to practice professional Nursing in State of Texas.
• Current CPR.
• Current PALS or must obtain within 6 months of hire.
• Current NRP or must obtain within 6 months of hire.
• Current ACLS or must obtain within 6 months of hire.
• Current TNCC or Department approved equivalent or must obtain within 12 months of hire.
• Current STABLE or obtain within 6 months of hire.
• Current EMT or Paramedic license in the State of Texas or must obtain within 12 months of hire.
• Current Advanced Certification (in area of practice and/or as approved by CCMC) or must obtain within 24 months of hire.

About Us: Cook Children's is an equal opportunity employer. As such, Cook Children's offers equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected class in accordance with applicable federal laws. These opportunities include terms, conditions and privileges of employment, including but not limited to hiring, job placement, training, compensation, discipline, advancement and termination. Cook Children's is a Texas-only employer. If you are hired, you will need to maintain your primary residence within the state of Texas, along with all licenses and credentials required for your position throughout your employment. Promise, a strong word with deep meaning that everyone understands- especially kids. This is the foundation of our organization and what drives us to blaze new trails in medical care, research, advanced technology, as well as programs and initiatives that benefit children who may not otherwise have access to quality health care. Every day our employees come to work with the intention of keeping our Promise. It's the guiding principle that helps our patients and their families get better and stay healthy. As a member of our Cook Children's team, you can be an important part of making that happen.