Flight RN - 24 HR

UCHealth • Loveland, CO

406d • $77,085 - $119,475

About The Position

The Flight RN position at UCHealth involves providing direct patient care during air and ground critical care transport. The role requires a high level of critical thinking and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment, ensuring patient safety and effective communication with medical teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing
• Colorado OR Multi-state compact RN License at hire
• Multi-state compact Nursing License within six (6) months of hire
• Flight Nurse Certification (CFRN)
• Valid driver's license
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
• Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP)
• Transport Professional Advanced Trauma Course (TPATC), or TNCC (Trauma Nurse Core Course) or Advanced Trauma Care for Nurses (ATCN) certification
• Minimum 5 years ICU or Emergency department experience

Nice To Haves

• Previous Flight, CCT or EMS experience
• Instructor certifications (BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP, TPATC or TNCC or ATCN)

Responsibilities

• Provides patient care during all phases of the transport from initial contact until care is relinquished to appropriate team member at the accepting medical facility.
• Documents patient assessment, evaluation, interventions, patient response to therapy, changes in condition, and procedures within the established timeframe.
• Participates in Pre and Post Transport briefings.
• Provides patient follow up to referral agencies.
• Ensures equipment is in working order, noting any discrepancies and ensuring steps toward resolution.
• Completes all required vehicle and equipment checklists.
• Collaborates across disciplines to drive success and improve outcomes.
• Provides safety and clinical education to referring facilities and EMS agencies as needed.
• Active participant in safety, education, quality, and outreach.

Benefits

• Continuing education credits
• 403(b) matching
• Loan repayment program
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Loan forgiveness
• Pet insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree