Flight Nurse (RN)

Flight Registered Nurse (RN)

Vighter is recruiting Flight Registered Nurses (RN) to conduct basic screening assessments and provide healthcare services to individuals detained by Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Immigration & Customs Enforcement (ICE) teams during deportation flights from Harrisburg, PA.

Registered Nurses (RN) provide in-flight nursing services to DHS/ICE detainees being repatriated to their countries of origin. The RN reviews medical records to determine if detainees are capable of flying and will provide nursing services during the flight.

Vighter's Flight nurses work alongside uniformed DHS and ICE at numerous locations in Texas, Arizona, Florida, Louisiana Ohio, Wisconsin and Utah. Candidates must be comfortable working in detention and flight settings. Services may be provided in a field setting with minimal facilities, a soft-sided (tent-type) facility, or a secure detention facility, such as a DHS/ICE Station or outpost collocated with international airports in sector, and in flight between the United States and various other countries.

Vighter is a Service Disabled, Veteran Owned Small Business that is accredited by both the Joint Commission and ISO-9001. With our dedication to continuous process improvement, Vighter assists in the provision of the highest standards of care.

The following are the principle accountabilities for this position:

• Provide complex and comprehensive nursing care for detainees. Conducts initial assessment on patients, assure provision of care, document all plans, assessments and care provided.
• Operate and monitor specialized equipment including, but not limited to oxygen, hypothermia units, and various types of suction apparatus, infusion equipment and vital sign monitors.
• Maintain highest regard for patient dignity, observe precepts of the AHA's Patient's Bill of Rights.
• Services shall be provided by established standards, principles and professional ethics, applicable professional specialty organizations and the high standard for which Vighter is recognized.
• Functional proficiency and ability to document patient-centered health care in the required electronic health record or electronic medical record, in the required format, in a timely manner, and in compliance with contract policy and guidance.
• Medications will be administered only as prescribed by a credentialed medical provider (physician, physician assistant or nurse practitioner).
• Involuntary medication will not be administered.
• Medication administration procedure must ensure that the correct medication, dose, time and route are administered to the correct patient.
• The flight nurses will maintain qualifications to provide urgent first responder care, including use of an Automated External Defibrillator.
• Application of medical principles, clinical procedures, and techniques.
• Alertness and skill in providing care and reacting to emergency situations.
• Basic safety, infection control, quality assurance, records management
• Experience in a detention/correctional and/or pediatric setting is highly preferred.
• An unshakeable adherence to quality and continuous process improvement.
• An apolitical, patient-centered focus that drives to enhanced care and patient satisfaction.
• Knowledge of regulations (HIPAA/Privacy Act) regarding the confidentiality of patient medical records and information as well as Personally Identifiable Information (PII).
• Performs other duties that may be assigned from time to time.

The following knowledge and skills are required for this position:

• Must have exceptional customer service skills.
• Employees shall be technically proficient in the skills necessary to fulfill the job requirements.
• Flight nurses shall be proficient in the Spanish and English languages

The following education and qualifications are required for this position:

• Associates or Bachelor of Science in Nursing from an accredited university.
• Minimum of 2 (two) years of experience as an RN in acute, ICU or emergency medicine.
• Must have and maintain certification in Basic Life Support or Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) through the American Heart Association.
• A deep sense of purpose and dedication to the United States and our U.S. Military Veterans, their Families, and other patients as assigned.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently while being a collaborative team player.

The following duty hours and on-call requirements apply to this position:

• Flights are scheduled a minimum of one week out. Show time to the flight line is 90 minutes prior to wheels up (mission dependent, show times will be published by Site Lead personnel.)
• Generally, most flights leave early morning and return to the U.S. the same day. However, there are times when maintenance, refueling, or weather may cause delays at home or abroad.
• Flights canceled are non-compensable to flight nurses or crews. We strive to give as much notice as possible in the event of a flight delay or cancelation. The is an availability for Remain Overnight (RON) flights and Long Range (LRIF) which can last 3-4 days.
• All Flight Nurses start as part-time and work to full-time selection by the Site Lead and Project Manager.

The work environment for this position includes:

• Location: Harrisburg, PA
• Exciting, fast-paced work environment, flight line to foreign country and return.
• Days / Nights schedule with occasional early and on-call duties. The are occasional early, or "red eye," flights with show times of 12:00 a.m. (midnight) 2:00 a.m.
• Supportive team of healthcare professionals and administrative staff.
• Opportunity to work with diverse populations, including immigration, asylum and underserved communities.

The following travel requirements apply to this position:

• This is an onsite position with the expectation of continuous travel.
• Work will be conducted at detention facilities and on air assets while in flight.
• Frequent travel by air to international locations will be a routine part of the job.
• Must possess a valid, non-expiring U.S. passport.

The following pay and benefits are offered for this position:

• Competitive hourly rate + health and welfare paid in cash and comprehensive benefits package, with Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance available for W2 full-time employees.
• Paid vacation accrual and holidays (Per SCA Rules).

The following physical requirements apply to this position:

• Must be able to sit for more than 8 hours per day.
• Must be willing to work overtime if necessary.
• Must be able to use an elevator or walk up and down stairs.
• Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds and carry up to 10 feet.
• Must be able to routinely grasp or handle objects, use finger dexterity, bend elbows/knees and reach above and below shoulders.
• Must be able to read and interpret handwritten and typewritten print.
• Must be able to communicate by voice and detect sound by ear.
• Must be able to perform duties in an indoor or outdoor environment.
• Must be able to pass a criminal background investigation.
• Must undergo Urine Drug Screening (UDS).
• Must be a Citizen of the United States or legally authorized to work in the United States of America.

Vighter LLC is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Position is contingent upon contract award.