Professional CCG/Flight Nurse - Pittsburgh, PA

UPMC•Pittsburgh, PA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Professional CCG/Flight Nurse is a critical care transport team member who provides care to critically ill or injured patients transported by the STAT MedEvac system. The role follows Pennsylvania Department of Health BLS, ALS, and CCG guidelines and delivers assessment, stabilization, and interventions consistent with standards and protocols approved by the Medical Director during critical care ground and air transports. The nurse uses independent judgment to provide protocol-consistent care when medical command contact is not possible, works as part of a team, and shares responsibility for team conduct. The position also fulfills education and experiential requirements established by the STAT MedEvac Medical Director and supports the system’s mission, goals, and objectives. This is a full-time position supporting the Ground team in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The schedule consists of 12-hour shifts, rotating between days and nights, for 36 hours per week. The anticipated start date is February 8, 2027. The nurse must complete the prescribed orientation, including classroom instruction, clinical rotations, educational competencies, and on-the-job flight training.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Three years of clinical experience in critical care and emergency departments, or qualifying experience with a busy advanced life support or critical care ambulance service or in a hospital critical care setting.
Registered Nurse applicants with two years of experience who previously functioned as a Flight/Critical Care Transport Paramedic may be considered based on assessment of their paramedic role and years in that role, and approval of a transition plan by the Medical Director in accordance with CAMTS requirements.
Successful completion of a pre-employment physical exam, including a maximum height/weight restriction of 6 feet 2 inches and a maximum weight of 225 pounds while wearing a flight suit, helmet, and boots; a fitness-for-duty physical exam; and a hearing evaluation. Must be declared fit for duty by the Medical Director.
Eligible to receive medical command authorization from the Medical Director.
Reliable transportation and willingness to travel to any STAT MedEvac base site as assigned.
Ability to complete the prescribed orientation program, including classroom instruction, clinical rotations, educational competencies, and on-the-job flight training.
Ability to work productively and effectively in a complex environment, handle multiple or changing priorities, and work with specialized equipment.
Ability to establish and maintain positive, caring relationships with executives, managers, physicians, non-physician providers, ancillary and support staff, other departments, and patients and families.
Exemplary clinical judgment, critical-thinking, analytical, and problem-solving abilities for various aspects of patient care.
Critical-thinking skills necessary to exercise and lead others in applying the nursing process.
Mobility and visual manual dexterity.
Physical stamina for frequent walking, standing, lifting, and positioning of patients.
PA RN licensure required upon hire, or a qualifying multistate license under the Nursing Licensure Compact; employees who change residency to the facility’s state while working on an out-of-state NLC license must apply for state licensure within 60 days.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS).
Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).
Driver’s license.
FEMA IS-100 or National Incident Management System Incident Command certification.
FEMA IS-200 or National Incident Management System Single Resources certification.
FEMA IS-700 or National Incident Management System Introduction Course certification.
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS).
Pre Hospital Registered Nurse (PHRN).
Registered Nurse (RN).
Act 34 clearance.
Neonatal Resuscitation Program certification within 90 days of hire.
NIMS 100, NIMS 200, and NIMS 700 certifications within 90 days of hire.
NIH Stroke Scale certification within 90 days of hire.
CFRN certification within two years of hire.

Nice To Haves

Emergency Service Vehicle Operator.
Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC), International Trauma Life Support (ITLS), Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS), or Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS).

Responsibilities

Provide advanced life support to critically ill or injured patients in accordance with established protocols and standards of care, and consult online medical command or other resources when appropriate.
Demonstrate the skills, competencies, judgment, and pharmacological intervention competency required to provide patient care in any environment.
Participate in developing and completing research projects.
Protect patient and family confidentiality and dignity.
Participate in the development and training of new staff.
Promptly document assessments, interventions, and other pertinent patient information.
Collect and promptly process demographic, medical necessity, and billing information.
Participate constructively in the peer-review-driven quality improvement program.
Follow the current uniform policy and complete duties assigned by the base site manager, including daily, weekly, monthly, or other assigned duties.
Perform daily vehicle and medication equipment checks; ensure the crew is logged onto the computer duty roster; participate in shift reports; and maintain equipment, transport, and medication logs.
Maintain a clean patient environment and crew quarters.
Respond promptly and efficiently to requests for service.
Operate patient-laden stretchers safely, using appropriate stretcher discipline during loading, unloading, adjustment, and movement.
Complete official documentation promptly, including payroll, expense reports, and orientation forms.
Follow scheduling rules, including those for schedule requests, minimum time, and availability.
Ensure the safety of patients and others, report safety concerns through appropriate channels, and use tools that support a safe work environment.
Maintain a positive customer-focused attitude in high-stress environments and build positive relationships with customers regardless of circumstances or patient presentation.
Participate in scheduled and unscheduled outreach activities representing UPMC and STAT MedEvac.
If qualified as a flight crew member, maintain fitness for duty by meeting employee health requirements, including maximum weight, hearing conservation, and required medical screening requirements.
Report injuries to a supervisor and complete the appropriate documentation promptly, regardless of severity.
Select and use personal protective equipment appropriate to anticipated hazards.
Report for work rested and fit for duty and comply with the drug and alcohol policy, including requirements concerning prescription and over-the-counter medications.