Per Diem Flight Nurse

Air Methods•Newnan, GA

About The Position

The Flight Nurse provides high-quality critical care during helicopter transport, including patient assessment, triage, and treatment under standards and guidelines established by Air Methods Community Base Services (CBS) Medical Director(s). The nurse assesses the nature and extent of illness or injury, prioritizes care, and supports safe transport to the appropriate facility while ensuring safety throughout the transport continuum. The role includes maintaining clinical competencies, licensure and training records, equipment and onboard supplies, and accurate patient-care documentation. As a medical flight crew member, the nurse participates in briefings, debriefings, safety procedures, checklists, and related flight activities; may support neonatal and pediatric specialty transports; and participates in outreach, education, follow-up, and employee or student orientation activities. This per diem position requires a minimum of two 24-hour shifts per month to remain in good standing. Employees spend approximately 5% of their time traveling. The role requires a flexible schedule, including overtime and a 24/7 on-call rotation. Clinical Flight Crew members must maintain a weight not exceeding 225 pounds, including an empty flight suit and boots.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
At least three years of recent critical care or emergency nursing experience within the last five years, or as required by state or local EMS regulations.
Current RN license(s) for the states of practice.
EMS or MICN certification/licensure as required by state regulations.
Current Healthcare Provider BLS/CPR, ACLS, and PALS or equivalent certifications; AHA, ARC, or ASHI courses are accepted only if required by state or county.
TPATC, TNCC, ITLS, or PHTLS advanced-provider certification if required by state or county.
Specialty certification (CFRN or CEN) required within 24 months of hire.
One acceptable advanced trauma course certification (TPATC, TNCC, ATCN, TNATC, or CAMTS-approved advanced trauma course) before completion of third-rider training.
NRP certification before completion of third-rider orientation.
NIMS IS 100, 200, 700, and 800 training, and HazMat training, before completion of third-rider training.
Maintain weight not exceeding 225 pounds, including an empty flight suit and boots.
Nursing skills within the assigned state scope of practice and advanced practice skills as defined by Medical Director(s) and Medical Standards.
Ability to maintain positive interpersonal relationships and collaborate with colleagues, EMS representatives, hospitals, and the public.
Strong critical-thinking, reasoning, and attention-to-detail skills, with the ability to prioritize and multitask in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including overtime and a 24/7 on-call rotation.
Dependable and self-motivated in a frequently changing environment.
Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Complete a minimum of two 24-hour shifts per month to maintain good standing as a per diem teammate.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in a health-related field.
Pre-hospital experience.
Flight experience.

Responsibilities

Provide nursing care within the applicable scope of practice from initial contact until care is transferred to the accepting medical facility, and maintain thorough patient-care documentation.
Maintain clinical knowledge and psychomotor skills through ongoing laboratory and clinical experiences; communicate educational needs to the Medical Base Supervisor and Medical Education Coordinator.
Maintain documentation of licensure, certifications, continuing education, aviation and safety training, OSHA and HIPAA training, clinical rotations, and advanced procedures, and attend relevant continuing-education programs.
Demonstrate proficiency in using and maintaining Air Methods CBS equipment and supplies; report equipment failures and take initial steps to arrange repair as directed.
Maintain adequate onboard medical supplies and keep the aircraft clean and orderly for transport requests.
Attend pre-mission briefings and mission debriefings and complete required documentation.
Assist with pre-mission liftoff checklists and, when requested, assist the pilot with radio, navigational, and visual observation activities.
Comply with safety standards and conduct aircraft safety briefings as needed to protect crew members, patients, and equipment.
Serve as a flight resource to neonatal and pediatric personnel during specialty-patient helicopter transports and perform advanced skills and procedures approved by Air Methods CBS Medical Director(s).
Participate in patient and referring-institution follow-up and planned outreach, marketing, and education activities.
Act as a preceptor and/or participate in orientation of new employees and students as assigned, and communicate program goals and objectives.
Participate regularly in Air Methods CBS meetings, activities, projects, and committees, including research and publishing opportunities.
Maintain regularly scheduled attendance and perform other duties as assigned.