Critical Care Transport RN

Nationwide Children's Hospital•Columbus, OH

17h•Onsite

About The Position

Provides direct care and patient care management on transport. Implements and evaluates the stabilization and emergency care of the acutely ill neonate, infant, child, adolescent, and adult by Critical Care level of transport via ground and air.

Requirements

BSN, required.
Licensed as a registered nurse in the State of Ohio, required.
BLS, NRP, PALS, ACLS, required.
Must successfully complete Trauma course and NCH Critical Care Drug Test, IV Opioid, Hypnotic, Sedative and Anticonvulsant Test prior to completion of orientation.
For those with an EMT background, must meet and maintain the role of MICU Driver Paramedic.
Must pass a “Fit for Duty” Test upon hire, annually, and before returning to work from a leave of absence or FMLA.
Must be able to competently perform skills and specialized procedures related to stabilization, care and resuscitation.
Three years of critical care experience, required.
Weight Requirement of 230lbs or less with gear

Nice To Haves

One year of pediatric/neonatal ICU or ED experience, preferred.
NRP, PALS, ACLS - if these certifications are not held currently, you will need to complete this during orientation

Responsibilities

Provides continuous monitoring and care of the patient per protocol during transport.
Administers medication in accordance with policies and procedures.
Maintains documentation of patient assessment and condition, interventions required, and communication processes on the transport record.
Assists in documentation of medical histories, symptoms, and vital signs for assigned patients.
Initiates direct phone communications between the transport team and the medical control physician to report and discuss clinical assessment, patient status, stabilization interventions, and potential or presenting complications.
Organizes rapid transport mobilization and assures appropriate utilization of resources in conjunction with the Physician Consult Transfer Center (PCTC) and NCH Dispatch.
Engages in the “workplace community” by staying aware of changes, participating in data collection or auditing, understanding Quality Improvement, and representing staff at relevant meetings and then reporting important information and updates back to staff.
Adheres to on-call and scheduling requirements for the Transport Team.