Flight Nurse Job Description
Flight nurse
provides patient care appropriate to the age of the clients served using knowledge of the principles of growth and development as well as the physical, emotional and psycho-social needs of the client population served.
Flight Nurse Duties & Responsibilities
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Sample responsibilities for this position include:
Operations Adheres to system standardization, policies and procedures, and other established practices to ensure prompt efficient response, safe operations, and quality patient care
Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment and clothing as required for environment and procedures
Provide patient care within the policies, protocols and guidelines developed by Survival Flight
Demonstrated knowledge of and adherence to safety procedures set forth by Survival Flight and the FAA including annual AMRM attendance
Documents all forms according to policy and procedures, , flight orders and PCR
Demonstrate knowledge of, and adhere to safety procedures set forth by Survival Flight, Metro Aviation and the FAA including annual aviation safety and Air Medical Resource (AMRM) attendance
Of Airlift Northwest at all times while on duty
Will report any and all issues pertaining to personnel, such as, but not limited to, benefits, illness, discrimination, sexual harassment or safety concerns brought to your attention should be reported to your imitate supervisor, management team or the Director of Human Resources
Employee Health Maintains fitness for duty by adhering to all employee health requirements, including maximum weight, hearing conservation program, and required medical screenings
Ensures safe operation of patient laden stretcher employing appropriate stretcher discipline at all times with a patient laden aircraft or ground unit
Flight Nurse Qualifications
Qualifications for a job description may include education, certification, and experience.
Licensing or Certifications for Flight Nurse
List any licenses or certifications required by the position: NRP, PALS, ACLS, EMT, AHA, CPR, PHRN, NY, DOH, PA
Education for Flight Nurse
Typically a job would require a certain level of education.
Employers hiring for the flight nurse job most commonly would prefer for their future employee to have a relevant degree such as Bachelor's and Associate Degree in Health, Nursing, Education, School of Nursing, Graduate, Science, Nursing Program, Medical, Radiology, Aviation
Skills for Flight Nurse
Desired skills for flight nurse include:
Use and routine maintenance of all equipment and supplies used by Air Methods CBS
Aspects of flight physiology
Flight safety procedures
Map reading and radio
Telephonic communication
Age specific principles in all care situations
Emotional and psycho-social needs of the patient population served
Policies
Principles of growth and development the physical
Procedures
Desired experience for flight nurse includes:
Pre-hospital experience is a plus but not mandatory
You must also successfully complete all mandatory pre-employment screening
Once hired, employees are expected to maintain all required certifications for medical command
Additional clinical certifications may be required and will be based on the state and local licensure requirements
Candidate must maintain a body weight at or below 230 lbs in flight suit, helmet, and approved leather boots
2 years/3,000 hours of experience with Bachelor of Science in Nursing or 3 years/4,500 hours of experience with Associate's degree in Nursing
Flight Nurse Examples
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Flight Nurse Job Description
Job Description Example
Our growing company is searching for experienced candidates for the position of flight nurse. If you are looking for an exciting place to work, please take a look at the list of qualifications below.
Responsibilities for flight nurse
- Safety Ensures the safety of patients and all others functioning in and around the aircraft
- Evaluates and secures the scene of an accident
- Collaborates with the multidisciplinary team, including EMS, for the plan of care from presentation through disposition
- Monitors safety of self and others working in and around the aircraft
- Participation in quality assurance programs such as chart audits and case reviews
- Autonomously evaluate critically ill or injured patients of all age groups (neonatal through adult), provide therapeutic intervention, emergency interventions, and preparation for transport (via ground, helicopter, or airplane) from hospitals or accident scenes
- Assess for and detect changes in the status of patients and demonstrate a proactive approach to solving patient and family problems
- Maintain complete and accurate records, participate in unit quality assurance program, perform data collection and participate in research activities
- Communicate effectively in working with outside institutions/agencies, including hospitals, EMS, police and fire departments
- Plan, organize and position equipment and supplies for use in emergency conditions before, during and after transport
Qualifications for flight nurse
- Completes orientation and initial assessment of competency successfully by determined due date
- Completes mandatory education and annual competency assessment requirements as defined by unit and system by due date
- Demonstrates enrichment in direct patient care as evidenced by activities outlined in Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta's nursing career advancement program
- A valid and current license to practice nursing from a state, U.S. territory or the District of Columbia
- Physical qualification for flying duty according to AFI 48-123
- For entry into 46F1 training, approval by the Chief Nurse in mandatory
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Flight Nurse Job Description
Job Description Example
Our company is growing rapidly and is searching for experienced candidates for the position of flight nurse. If you are looking for an exciting place to work, please take a look at the list of qualifications below.
Responsibilities for flight nurse
- Participate in clinical instruction for internal and external groups
- Collect, compile and assess clinical and demographic data on the Survival Flight program
- Maintain clinical competence across all aspects of the Survival Flight scope of practice including but not limited to cardiac assist devices, ARDS treatment including advanced ventilator management and nitric oxide implementation, ECMO support, obstetric emergencies, trauma patient care across the lifespan, critical care across the lifespan, and any other patient populations Survival Flight transports
- Perform all physical requirements of job in confined spaces and under adverse environmental conditions
- Participate in monthly education sessions, Grand Rounds, surgical skills labs, unit competencies, and maintenance of educational requirements for nursing and paramedic certifications
- Flight nurses expected to complete transport missions initiated with in the timeframe of your shift, understanding that completion of these missions might require you to work beyond normal work hours
- Obtain and maintain passport for International transports
- Active involvement in departmental committees
- Represent Survival Flight as a customer service ambassador for Michigan Medicine
- Performs the duties of a staff Registered Nurse
Qualifications for flight nurse
- Minimum three (3) years of experience as a registered nurse in critical care and emergency department, preferably in a Level One Trauma Center
- Able perform job responsibilities in confined areas and /or differing environments
- Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), required
- Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) within one (1) year of hire date, required
- Successful completion of Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification required prior to first flight, required
- Minimum of four (4) years nursing experience in Critical Care and/or Emergency Department, required
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Flight Nurse Job Description
Job Description Example
Our innovative and growing company is looking for a flight nurse. If you are looking for an exciting place to work, please take a look at the list of qualifications below.
Responsibilities for flight nurse
- Assures that the plan of care is implemented, monitoring and evaluating patient responses monitoring and evaluating responsibilities shared with appropriate caregivers
- Coordinate monthly continuing education for the members of the flight team
- Coordinates ground schools for area agencies
- Ensures QA/QI performed on 100% of company charting
- Pursues issues and participates in the QI process
- Of safe and comprehensive care to all patients in the pre-hospital setting and during
- Autonomously evaluate critically ill or injured patients of all age groups (neonatal through adult), and formulate an appropriate and reasonable management plan
- Provide appropriate critical intervention, and efficiently prepare the patient for transport (via ground, helicopter, or airplane) from hospitals or accident scenes
- Provide patient care within the clinical and operational guidelines established by Survival Flight and Michigan Medicine
- Fluidly evaluate changes in the status of patients and demonstrate a proactive approach to solving patient and family problems
Qualifications for flight nurse
- Current NJ Nursing License – within 6 months of hire
- Current PA DOH PHRN Certification – Required
- NJ MICN & ACM Certification – Within 6 months of hire
- Candidates must have at least 5 years full-time employment experience as an RN in a critical care environment (ER / ICU /Cath lab)
- Pre-hospital ALS experience is a PLUS
- Every candidate MUST pass a criminal and child abuse background check
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Flight Nurse Job Description
Job Description Example
Our company is growing rapidly and is hiring for a flight nurse. Please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications. While this is our ideal list, we will consider candidates that do not necessarily have all of the qualifications, but have sufficient experience and talent.
Responsibilities for flight nurse
- Maintain and process complete and accurate records
- Participate in unit quality assurance programs, perform data collection and participate in research activities
- Communicate effectively with outside institutions/agencies, including hospitals, EMS, police and fire departments
- Maintain contact with patients, families, referring facility staff and public safety personnel during and after contact to provide continuous loop closure and information sharing
- Participate in outreach education within, and outside of the confines of Michigan Medicine
- Maintain clinical competence across all aspects of the Survival Flight scope of practice
- Participate in recurrent education sessions, case review, surgical skills labs, unit competencies and maintenance of educational requirements for all licensures and certifications
- Complete transport missions initiated within the timeframe of his / her shift, understanding that completion of these missions might require working beyond normal work hours
- Obtain and maintain a passport for International transports
- Actively participate in departmental committees
Qualifications for flight nurse
- Candidates will maintain all requirements for full medical command in PA & NJ yearly
- Demonstrated experience in Leadership
- Customer focused, appreciation of Public and Community Relations
- South Carolina Nursing License required
- GA Nursing License is preferred
- Must obtain WY, SD, ID, and MT licenses before new hire orientation
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Flight Nurse Job Description
Job Description Example
Our innovative and growing company is searching for experienced candidates for the position of flight nurse. To join our growing team, please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications.
Responsibilities for flight nurse
- Participates in developing and completing research projects
- Performs daily equipment check (vehicle, medications)
- Ensures crew is logged onto computer duty roster
- Participates in shift report from off going crew
- Transport log Medication log
- Adhering to the drug and alcohol policy at all times, including prescription and/or over the counter medicine use
- Ensures safe operation of patient laden stretcher employing appropriate stretcher discipline at all times
- Utilizes appropriate safety channels to report safety concerns, and uses tools available to enhance a safe work environment
- Performs and documents accurate initial assessment per unit standard which may include initial observation, obtaining and interpreting information in terms of the patients' needs, safety, psych/social/cultural, family needs, multi-system physical assessment and patient/family level of knowledge
- Demonstrates critical-thinking skills when analyzing basic and advanced cardiac rhythms in a safe, competent and independent manner
Qualifications for flight nurse
- Current PA Nursing License
- 3 Years critical care with experience
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Neonatal Life Support Provider (NLSP)
- Valid NM Nurses License
- PALS, NALS, PHTLS/BTLS
- Advanced Certification required