Flight Care Registered Nurse (RN) – Part Time

Ochsner Health • New Orleans, LA

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About The Position

The Flight Care Registered Nurse delivers patient care using the Nursing Process within the framework of the Nurse Practice Act, ANA Code for Nurses, and Scope & Standards of Practice. The RN delegates, directs, and assists licensed and ancillary team members; takes accountability for quality patient outcomes; respects cultural, ethnic, and religious diversity; and contributes to team goals and professional nursing practice. The role includes patient and family education, collaboration with the interdisciplinary team, evaluating care outcomes, and adapting communication and care to individual patient needs. The position requires compliance with applicable laws, accreditation standards, regulatory requirements, and the employer’s Compliance & Privacy Program. This part-time role involves heavy physical work and potential occupational exposure to communicable diseases, hazardous medications, or hazardous waste in the healthcare environment.

Requirements

• Associate degree in nursing.
• At least 3 years of registered nurse (RN) experience.
• Current RN license in the state of practice.
• Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Current American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.
• Current American Heart Association Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification.
• Emergency Medical Technician Basic certification or above within 1 year of hire.
• Proficiency with computers, software, and web-based applications.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present information clearly and professionally to people at varying levels.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Good time-management skills and ability to work independently.
• Strong interpersonal and delegation skills, with good judgment.
• Ability to work with and maintain confidential information.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in nursing.
• 5 years of RN experience, including 3 years of critical care or flight experience.
• STABLE, NPR, and a 40-hour Transport Course (Louisiana) within 6 months of hire.
• Certification in critical care, emergency, or flight nursing; Trauma Nurse Core Curriculum (TNCC); Pre Hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS); International Trauma Life Support (ITLS); or Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP).

Responsibilities

• Use the nursing process effectively to deliver patient care.
• Assess learning needs and implement teaching strategies suited to the diverse needs of patients, families, and other groups or disciplines.
• Communicate, delegate, and manage nursing team resources appropriately; serve as a leader and partner on the interdisciplinary team.
• Use data, information, and knowledge to evaluate and promote change in pursuit of optimal outcomes.
• Support customer satisfaction, employee morale, and improvement in the nursing profession.
• Adapt behavior and communication to the patient population, including respecting privacy, introducing oneself, explaining services or procedures, requesting permissions, and adjusting communication style.
• Remain knowledgeable about and ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Comply with the employer’s Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including immediate reporting of suspected unethical conduct or safety, privacy, or compliance concerns.
• Perform other related duties as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree