Flight Nurse

Job Summary Under the direction and supervision of the Base Medical Supervisor or the Manager of Business Operations, this position is responsible for providing safe, comprehensive care to critically ill and/or injured patients of all ages in the pre‑hospital setting and during inter‑facility transports. The Flight Clinician performs specialized nursing functions and applies flight nursing or dual certified flight paramedic protocols. Responsibilities Performs a wide range of specialized functions, complex assessments, diagnoses, therapies, and emergency treatment of patients transported by rotor‑wing, fixed‑wing, and/or ground. Documents appropriate and accurate information for assessment and treatment during stabilization and transport. Documents accurate and complete billing information of patient transports. Maintains and facilitates effective and timely communication between management, internal and external customers. Participates in activities that support public relations and marketing efforts. Maintains knowledge base for flight nursing by attending mandatory meetings, chart reviews, equipment reviews, skill labs, clinical rotations, and continuing education sessions related to the care and transport of critically ill and/or injured patients. Completes all annual recurrent competency requirements. Maintains an active RN license and all certifications required by policy. Clinically functions under the direction of the program’s Medical Director through medical protocols and procedures and online medical guidance. For clinical matters, reports directly to the program’s Manager of Clinical Services and indirectly to the National Director of Clinical Standards. Qualifications Must have an active RN license in the state of employment. Minimum of three years (five years preferred) of current critical care/emergency experience. Current BLS, ACLS, PALS, and TNATC/TNCC/ITLS or PHTLS. NRP preferred. Instructor certifications preferred. CFRN within twenty‑four months of hire. Flight or transport experience preferred. Must successfully complete the PHI Air Medical Group education/orientation program. Effective human relations skills for interfacing with all levels of personnel and external customers. Must meet and maintain clinical personnel weight restriction limit for flight per policy (maximum 235lb). Must pass pre‑placement physical exam including functional capacity exam (strength and flexibility assessment, lift up to 100pounds) and drug screening. Must possess basic computer skills for e‑mail, electronic charting, etc. Compensation and Benefits Compensation includes a base pay with a 5% quarterly bonus of annual regular base pay. The quarterly bonus can add up to 20% of base pay when working the assigned work schedule. Equal Employment Opportunity PHI, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Disclaimer The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. #J-18808-Ljbffr