Flight Nurse

Life Flight Network • Hillsboro, OR

7h • $138,310 - $163,457

About The Position

The Flight Nurse works with the Flight Paramedic to deliver advanced critical care to Life Flight Network patients and is ultimately responsible for direct patient care in accordance with the organization’s guidelines and protocols. As the senior member of the flight team, the nurse performs to high standards of nursing and maintains competency in advanced procedures, including chest tube insertion, surgical airways, endotracheal intubation, intraosseous insertion, and central line placement.

The role also supports patient documentation and follow-up, equipment readiness and inventory, aircraft safety, day-to-day operations, and business development. The Flight Nurse provides age-appropriate care to pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients, helps ensure safe aircraft operation, and may provide education to the public or contribute to assigned projects.

Requirements

• At least five years of ICU, ED, or trauma experience within the last ten years; flight experience may substitute year for year for this requirement.
• RN license appropriate to the assigned location.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.
• Pre-hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) or Basic Trauma Life Support (BTLS) certification.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification.
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification.
• Transport Professional Advanced Trauma Course (TPATC) certification; the course must be completed before assuming independent duties.
• Take the CFRN exam within one year of hire and obtain certification within two years of hire.
• Current, valid state-issued driver's license and at least three years of driving experience.
• Maintain an airport badge where applicable.
• Passport and/or eligibility to enter Canada may be required based on assigned location.
• Comply with the maximum weight restriction of 250 pounds fully outfitted to perform the job.
• Strong leadership skills and ability to communicate and work with a variety of people individually and in groups, often in highly stressful situations.
• Ability to work varied shifts and cover fixed-wing and/or ambulance call shifts.
• All candidates are subject to drug screening and background investigation.

Nice To Haves

• Previous flight experience is preferred, although it can substitute year for year for the ICU/ED/trauma experience requirement.
• Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN) or Critical Care Nurse (CCRN) certification is strongly preferred until certified as a Flight Registered Nurse (CFRN).

Responsibilities

• Deliver advanced critical care with the Flight Paramedic and assume responsibility for direct patient care in accordance with Life Flight Network guidelines and protocols.
• Maintain competency in chest tube insertion, surgical airways, endotracheal intubation, intraosseous insertion, and central line placement.
• Provide age-appropriate care to pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients.
• Complete accurate and thorough patient care documentation with the Flight Paramedic.
• Provide written and/or verbal patient follow-up to referring hospitals or agencies.
• Assist with equipment retrieval and return to appropriate agencies.
• Clean and restock equipment with the Flight Paramedic so an aircraft can return to service promptly.
• Complete inventories and monthly checks, order supplies, and maintain equipment in working order with the Flight Paramedic.
• Participate with the Flight Paramedic in Life Flight Network’s day-to-day operations.
• Compile statistical data or work on related projects as assigned by the Director of Clinical Operations.
• Help ensure safe aircraft operation for patients, crewmembers, and personnel at the scene.
• Enforce Life Flight Network safety policies and assist the pilot with navigation, takeoff, landing, and in-flight procedures.
• Participate in developing business and operations plans to meet medical transport service and financial performance goals.
• Promote a favorable public opinion of Life Flight Network through contact with patients, community agencies, and hospitals.
• Provide flight education to the public as requested.

Benefits

• Competitive pay.
• 401(k) with a 100% vested employer contribution.
• Tenure bonuses.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Company-paid life and AD&D insurance.
• Company-paid short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Wellness reimbursement program.
• Complimentary Life Flight Network membership for the employee and household.
• Paid parental leave.
• Adoption assistance.
• Bereavement leave, including for pets.
• Paid volunteer time.
• Paid time off.
• Tuition and training reimbursement.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness-eligible employer.
• Employee recognition awards.
• Multilingual stipend.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed