Flight Nurse - NEST Specialty Team

Job Description

Job Description

The candidate selected will have scheduled shifts in Spokane and Richland, Washington

Life Flight Network is one of the most prominent not-for-profit air ambulance organizations. As the industry's trailblazers, we constantly raise the bar for safety, excellence, social justice, and innovation in the skies and on the ground.

Being a member of our esteemed team means embarking on a career defined by distinction, pride, compassion, and unwavering service.

We are a group of dedicated professionals who thrive in a high-octane, collaborative environment. Our collective brilliance shines as we come together to make a difference in the communities we serve.

Here, you'll find the best and the brightest talents, who are second to none in their dedication and expertise.

Are you ready to unleash your potential and make a real impact in your community? If you're seeking a rewarding and fulfilling path, then look no further - Life Flight Network is the place where your aspirations will take flight!

The NEST Flight Nurse is responsible for working with the Flight Respiratory Therapist in the delivery of advanced critical care to patients of Life Flight Network (LFN).

The NEST Flight Nurse assumes and is ultimately responsible for all direct patient care in accordance with the guidelines and protocols of LFN.

The NEST Flight Nurse will possess strong leadership skills and the ability to communicate with a variety of people, one-on-one and in large groups, often in highly stressful situations.

The NEST Flight Nurse works varied shifts, must be available to cover call shifts, and will be required to drive their personal or company vehicles from time to time when business needs necessitate.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum of five (5) years of critical care experience within the last ten (10) years, minimum of three (3) years in the NICU or PICU, preferred one (1) year minimum in the NICU.

Previous flight experience preferred. Flight experience can be substituted year for year for the ICU requirement.

• Current licensure and / or certification as listed below :
• RN license as appropriate to assigned location
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
• Pre-hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) certification
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification
• Transport Professional Advanced Trauma Course (TPATC) or Trauma Nursing Core Curriculum (TNCC) certification. Must have successfully completed the TPATC course prior to assuming independent duties;

thereafter either TPATC, TNCC, or equivalent must be current

• Certification as a CFRN within one year of hire
• Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN), Registered Nurse, Certified (RN-C), or Critical Care Nurse (CCRN) strongly preferred until certified as a Flight Registered Nurse (CFRN)
• Completion of Department of Transportation Air Medical Curriculum within six months of hire
• Drivers must have a current, valid driver’s license and at least three years of driving experience
• Passport and / or Entry into Canada maybe required based on location assignment
• Complies with weight restrictions (maximum 250 pounds fully outfitted to perform the job)
• Strong leadership skills and ability to communicate and work with a variety of people one-on-one and in large groups, often in highly stressful situations
• Ability to work varied shifts and cover fixed wing call shifts

GENERAL ACCOUNTABILITIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

CLINICAL QUALITY : The NEST Flight Nurse will perform to the highest standards of nursing. In addition to basic critical care requirements, the NEST Flight Nurse is trained and maintains competency in the following skills : Chest tube insertion, surgical airways, endotracheal intubation, intraosseous insertion, and central line placement.

The NEST Flight Nurse, as the senior member of the flight team, is ultimately responsible for all care rendered to the patient.

• Works with the Flight Respiratory Therapist in the delivery of age appropriate (Neonatal, Pediatric, Adult, Geriatric) patient care
• Works with the Flight Respiratory Therapist as needed in providing accurate and complete patient care documentation per the standards established by LFN
• Provides written and / or verbal patient follow-up to referring hospitals or agencies
• Assists with equipment retrieval and return to appropriate agencies
• Works with the Flight Respiratory Therapist in cleaning and restocking equipment in a timely manner to place an aircraft back in service as soon as possible
• Works with the Flight Respiratory Therapist in completing inventories and monthly checks, ordering supplies and maintaining equipment in working order
• Works with the Flight Respiratory Therapist in day-to-day operations of LFN
• May compile statistical data or work on related projects as assigned by LFN Management

SAFETY : The expectations of all customers are understood and exceeded through the provision of quality services.

• Helps to ensure the safe operation of the aircraft for the protection of the patient, crewmembers and personnel on the scene
• Enforces LFN safety policies and assists the pilot in navigation, take off, landing and in-flight procedures

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT : Participates in the development of LFN business and operations plans to meet medical transport service and financial performance goals.

• Encourages a favorable public opinion of LFN through personal contact with patients, community agencies and hospitals
• Provides flight education to the public as requested

The above accountabilities represent work performed by this position and are not all-inclusive. The omission of a specific accountability will not preclude it from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical extension of the position.

BENEFITS

• LFN offers competitive compensation above industry standard
• Medical (Company pays for employee 100%)
• Dental (Company pays for employee 100%)
• Vision (Company pays for employee 100%)
• Life / AD&D (Company pays for employee 100%)
• Short & long term disability (Company pays for employee 100%)
• 401k with 100% vested employer contribution
• Tenure bonuses
• Adoption assistance
• Paid parental time off
• Bereavement leave (including pets)
• Tuition / Training reimbursement
• Paid volunteer time
• Employee Recognition Awards
• A generous paid time off plan starting at almost 4 weeks a year for full time employees
• Wellness Reimbursement Program
• Multilingual Stipend
• Life Flight Network Membership
• Dog friendly work environment

All candidates are subject to drug screening and background investigation.

Life Flight Network is an equal opportunity employer.