RN-Transport-Adult Critical Care Transport

University of Mississippi Medical Center•Jackson, MS

About The Position

To provide optimum critical/emergency care to sick or injured patients transported within our facilities or other designated facilities such as tertiary facilities.

Requirements

Two (2) years experience in emergency and/or critical care RN experience.
Valid RN license.
ACLS (for adult transport) or PALS (for pediatric transport).
BLS.
Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat injuries and disease for adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients.
Knowledge of agents, equipment, procedures, and techniques for the provision of emergency and critical care nursing for innerfacility and scene transports.
Verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to remain calm in emergency conditions.
Ability to provide physical and psychological treatment and comfort to patients.

Nice To Haves

ABLS certification and specialty certification such as CEN, CCRN, CFRN preferred.

Responsibilities

Evaluates, plans, administers, and documents nursing care for patients during transport.
Provides physical and psychological comfort to patients.
Monitors patient condition during transport and adverse reactions to drugs of treatment.
Precepts students and residents as needed.
Ensures equipment and supplies are available and functional and reports any equipment failures.
Acts in a professional manner and promotes a positive image of UMMC by participating in community outreach programs.
Ensures regulatory compliance of patient care provided during flight transport.
Prepares and maintains applicable reports and documentation.
Scheduling flexibility to ensure 24/7 coverage of the transport team.
Participates in quality improvement initiatives related to the program.
Maintains clinical and age specific competencies.
The duties listed are general in nature and are examples of the duties and responsibilities performed and are not meant to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Management retains the right to add or change duties at any time.