Flight Nurse I

Air Methods•Barstow, CA

7d•$77,750 - $95,023

About The Position

Join Air Methods in Barstow, California , and step into a Flight Nurse role built for clinicians who can operate independently and think fast. Barstow serves a large desert region along major transportation corridors in Southern California, supporting high-acuity scene calls and interfacility transports where air medical access is critical. As a Flight Nurse, you will provide advanced critical care to patients when ground transport is not enough. We are looking for clinicians with at least 36 months of experience in a high-volume ICU, ER, Flight, or Critical Care Transport environment within the last five years. This position follows a two 24-hour shift schedule and operates under Air Methods CBS clinical protocols and Medical Director oversight. You will conduct rapid assessment, triage, and treatment while ensuring safe and efficient transport to the appropriate level of care. This role demands strong clinical judgment, autonomy, and the ability to perform under pressure in a challenging operational environment. If you want real responsibility, meaningful flight time, and the opportunity to serve a region that depends on air medical services, Barstow offers work that matters .

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing
Minimum three (3) years of recent critical care/emergency nursing experience within the last five years or as required by state/ local EMS regulations
Skills as required to practice nursing as defined by assigned state scope of practice and advanced practice skills as defined by Medical Director(s) and Medical Standards
Maintains positive interpersonal relationships with colleagues, EMS representatives, hospitals, and the public while executing strong interpersonal skills and a high degree of collaboration at all levels
Demonstrates high critical thinking and reasoning skills and strong attention to detail while working in a fast-paced environment that requires the ability to prioritize and multi-task
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including overtime and 24/7 on-call rotation
Dependable and self-motivated while working in a frequently changing environment
Excellent communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal
Proficient with Microsoft Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
Current RN license(s) for states of practice
EMS or MICN certification/licensure as required by state regulations
Current certifications in Healthcare Provider BLS/CPR; ACLS; PALS or equivalent (AHA, ARC, or ASHI only courses if state or county required) and TPATC/TNCC/ITLS/PHTLS advanced provider (if state or county required)
If you do not have a current trauma certification, Air Methods will provide the TPATC online course to be completed prior to new hire orientation
Specialty certification (CFRN or CEN) are required within 24 months of hire
Advanced Trauma Course requirement: One (1) of the following certifications are acceptable: TPATC, TNCC, ATCN, TNATC, or CAMTS-approved advanced trauma course before completion of third-rider training
NRP certification before completion of the third-rider orientation
NIMS Training IS 100, 200, 700, 800, and HazMat before completion of third-rider training
As a member of the Clinical Flight Crew, any person employed in this position shall maintain a weight not to exceed 225 pounds, including an empty flight suit and boots.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in a health-related field preferred but not required
Pre-hospital experience preferred
Flight experience is not required but is a plus!

Responsibilities

Provides nursing care within his/her scope of practice from the initial contact until patient care is relinquished to the accepting medical facility; maintains thorough patient care documentation.
Maintains competency in knowledge and psychomotor skills by participating in ongoing laboratory and clinical experiences. Communicates educational needs to the Medical Base Supervisor and Medical Education Coordinator. Maintains documentation of required licensure, certifications, continuing education, aviation and safety training, OSHA and HIPAA training, clinical rotations, and advanced procedures and attends continuing education programs pertinent to his/her area of practice.
Knowledgeable in using and maintaining all equipment and supplies used by Air Methods CBS. Responsible for reporting medical equipment failures and taking initial steps to ensure equipment repair as directed. Maintains adequate supplies onboard aircraft to deliver patient care. Keeps aircraft clean and orderly to ensure rapid response to all transport requests.
Functions as a medical flight member by attending pre-mission briefings and mission debriefings and completing necessary documentation. Assists in pre-mission liftoff checklist and assists pilot as requested, i.e., radio, navigational, and visual observation activities. Complies with safety standards to assure the safety of self, medical personnel, patients, and equipment and conducts aircraft safety briefings as needed.
Serves as a flight resource to neonatal/pediatric personnel when transporting specialty patients by helicopter and performs advanced skills and procedures as approved by Air Methods CBS Medical Director(s).
Participates in patient and referring institution follow-up and in planned outreach marketing and education activities
Acts as a preceptor and/or participates in orientation of new employees and students as assigned and communicates program goals and objectives.
Participates regularly in Air Methods CBS meetings, activities, projects, and committees (to include research and publishing opportunities).
Other Duties as assigned.
Regularly scheduled attendance
Indicate the percentage of time spent traveling: 5%
Subject to applicable laws and Air Method’s policies, regular attendance is an essential function of the position. All employees must follow Air Methods’ employment practices and policies.