Float Flight Nurse

Life Flight Network•Aurora, OR

4d•$110,952 - $129,329

About The Position

The Float Flight Nurse works with a 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. The position has scheduled shifts in Hillsboro, Astoria, Kelso, Dallesport, Aurora, Salem, and Newport, and may require varied shifts and coverage of fixed-wing and/or ambulance calls. As the senior member of the flight team, the nurse is responsible for the care rendered to patients and maintains competency in advanced clinical procedures. The role also supports patient documentation and follow-up, equipment readiness, aircraft safety, day-to-day operations, and public education and business development activities. Candidates are subject to drug screening and background investigation.

Requirements

At least five years of ICU, ED, or trauma experience within the last ten years; flight experience may be substituted year for year for this requirement.
Current RN license appropriate to the assigned location.
Current 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; must successfully complete the course 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 depending on location assignment.
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 large groups, often in highly stressful situations.
Ability to work varied shifts and cover fixed-wing and/or ambulance call shifts.

Nice To Haves

Previous flight experience is preferred.
Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN) or Critical Care Nurse (CCRN) certification is strongly preferred until certified as a Flight Registered Nurse (CFRN).

Responsibilities

Deliver age-appropriate care to pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients in collaboration with the Flight Paramedic.
Provide direct patient care in accordance with Life Flight Network guidelines and protocols; as the senior flight-team member, take ultimate responsibility for care rendered.
Maintain competency in chest tube insertion, surgical airways, endotracheal intubation, intraosseous insertion, and central line placement.
Complete accurate and comprehensive patient care documentation with the Flight Paramedic.
Provide written and/or verbal patient follow-up to referring hospitals or agencies.
Assist with retrieval and return of equipment to appropriate agencies.
Clean and restock equipment with the Flight Paramedic so aircraft can return to service promptly.
Complete inventories and monthly checks, order supplies, and maintain equipment in working order with the Flight Paramedic.
Work with the Flight Paramedic in the day-to-day operations of Life Flight Network.
Compile statistical data or work on related projects as assigned by the LFN 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 favorable public opinion of Life Flight Network through personal contact with patients, community agencies, and hospitals.
Provide flight education to the public as requested.