Registered Nurse - Life Flight

Memorial Hermann Health System

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Position responsible for serving in a leadership role and as a clinical expert in the delivery and management of patient care and is cross-trained to competently care for patients from multiple services/specialties with more complex diagnosis. At Memorial Hermann, we pursue a common goal of delivering high quality, efficient care while creating exceptional experiences for every member of our community. When we say every member of our community, that includes our employees. We know that when our employees feel cared for, heard and valued, they are inspired to create moments that exceed expectations, while prioritizing safety, compassion, personalization and efficiency. If you want to advance your career and contribute to our vision of creating healthier communities, now and for generations to come, we want you to be a part of our team.

Requirements

• Graduate of a school of professional nursing.
• Current State of Texas license to practice as Registered Professional Nurse.
• Current State of Texas Department of Health license or certification as a paramedic (EMT-P/LP).
• Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS required.
• Minimum three (3) years of experience as a registered nurse in critical care and/or emergency department, preferably in a Level One Trauma Center.
• Maintains current state of physical and mental well being.
• Able to lift at least 50 pounds.
• Physically fit to lift, bend, and twist.
• Able perform job responsibilities in confined areas and /or differing environments.
• Standard aircraft seat belts will fit without alterations.
• Able to function in the cabin of an aircraft without physical restrictions.
• Meets weight requirements of less than 240 pounds in uniform.

Nice To Haves

• Baccalaureate degree preferred.
• TNCC preferred.
• Required to obtain within eighteen months of hire: audit ATLS, obtain CFRN & NRP.
• Preference to intra-system applicants.

Responsibilities

• Delivers appropriate care to patients, at a competent level, according to the RN skills inventory and the age and needs of the patient/population served.
• Coordinates the planning for the delivery of patient treatment by the multidisciplinary team and administers appropriate clinical decisions in the planning and delivery of care, utilizing existing resources and staff, and setting appropriate priorities; participates in the development of clinical pathways and monitoring of performance outcomes.
• Directs the healthcare team in attaining positive outcomes, including meeting treatment goals; develops/implements discharge and/or transfer plans; evaluates the quality of patient care and contributes to the revision of standards of care; assists manager with employee related issues such as performance management and serves as preceptor and charge nurse on the unit, as assigned.
• Actively participates in Memorial Hermann Life Flight activities when asked: public relations activities, hospital multidisciplinary committees, EMS Conference, EMS monthly CE offerings, Twelve Lead Classes, Airway Training.
• Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service.
• Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree