Registered Nurse (RN) | Critical Care Transport | Pedi-Flite | Le Bonheur Children's Outpatient Cent

If you are looking to make an impact on a meaningful scale, come join us as we embrace the Power of One! We strive to be an employer of choice and establish a reputation for being a talent rich organization where Associates can grow their career caring for others. For over a century, we’ve served the health care needs of the people of Memphis and the Mid-South. Responsible for the nursing care of patients requiring specialized judgment and skill. This judgment and skill is based on knowledge of the natural, behavioral and nursing sciences and humanities as the basis for application of the nursing process in wellness and illness care. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values. Working at MLH means carrying the mission forward of caring for our community and impacting the lives of patients in every way through compassion, a deliberate focus on service expectations and a consistent thriving for excellence. A Brief Overview Responsible for the nursing care of patients requiring specialized judgment and skill. This judgment and skill is based on knowledge of the natural, behavioral and nursing sciences and humanities as the basis for application of the nursing process in wellness and illness care. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values. What you do Provides nursing care from the initial contact until patient care is relinquished to the accepting medical facility; maintains thorough patient care documentation. Practices nursing within his/her scope of practice as defined by the states regulating each base. Knowledgeable in use and routine maintenance of all equipment and supplies used by Pedi-Flite. Responsible for reporting medical equipment failures and taking initial steps to ensure repair of equipment as directed. Maintains adequate supplies onboard aircraft and ambulance to deliver patient care. Keeps aircraft clean and orderly to ensure rapid response to all transport requests. Maintains positive interpersonal relationships with colleagues, EMS representatives, hospitals and the public. Functions as a medical flight member preforming required briefs, documentation etc. Performs advanced skills and procedures as approved by Pedi-Flite Medical Director(s) which includes ETT tube placement, Ventilators, Nitric administration, etc. Serves as a role model, educator and clinical resource. Participates regularly in Pedi-Flite activities, meetings, education, projects and committees. Performs other duties as assigned or requested. Education Qualifications Required - Bachelor's Degree Nursing Experience Qualifications Required - Critical Care 3-5 years Preferred - Pediatric and neonatal critical care 3-5 years Skills and Abilities Analytical skills necessary to assess complex patient conditions effectively and to develop comprehensive plans of care. Synthesizes multiple sources of information to assist in the resolution of human responses to complex problems. Skill and proficiency in applying highly technical principles, concepts and techniques, which are central to the nursing profession. Other certifications may be required depending on assigned nursing unit Licenses and Certifications Required - Registered Nurse Tennessee - Tennessee Board of Nursing Required - BASIC LIFE SUPPORT - American Heart Association Required - Class D Driver License - Tennessee - Tennessee Motor Vehicle Required - Pediatric Advanced Life Support - American Heart Association Required - Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support - American Heart Association Required - Neonatal Resuscitation Program Certification - American Heart Association Required - STABLE - Neonatal - American Association for Respiratory Care Required - EMS Driver - Mississippi State Department of Health Required - Emergency Medical Technician - National Registry Of Emergency Medical Technicians Required - TNCC Trauma Nursing Core Course - Emergency Nurses Association Required - Certified Critical Care Nurse (Adult) - American Association of Critical-Care Nurses Preferred - Registered Nurse Mississippi - Mississippi Board of Nursing Preferred - Registered Nurse Arkansas - Arkansas State Board of Nursing Preferred - Certified Emergency Nurse - Board of Certification for Emergency Nursing Preferred - Certified Pediatric Emergency Nursing - Board of Certification for Emergency Nursing Preferred - Neonatal Pediatric Transport (C-NPT) - National Certification Corporation Supervision Provided by this Position The Registered Nurse directs and delegates all patient care activities on nursing units Physical Demands The physical activities of this position may include climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, and repetitive motion. Must have good balance and coordination. The physical requirements of this position are: medium work - exerting up to 150 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 50 lbs. of force frequently The Associate is required to have close visual acuity including color, depth perception, and field of vision to perform an activity, such as assessing patients, preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; or extensive reading. Frequent invasive and non-invasive patient contact. Exposure to patient body fluids as well as exposure to hazardous or poisonous materials. Ability to react quickly to emergency situations. Our Associates are passionate about what they do, the service they provide and the patients they serve. We value family, team and a Power of One culture that requires commitment to the highest standards of care and unity. Boasting one of the South's largest medical centers, Memphis blends a friendly community, a thriving and growing downtown, and a low cost of living. We see each day as a new opportunity to make a difference in the lives of the people in our community. Within any role at Methodist Le Bonheur, you can play a rewarding and fulfilling part in helping us provide high-quality, innovative and compassionate care to the people of Memphis and the Mid-South. Our goal is to improve every life we touch, including our Associates. For over a century, we’ve served the health care needs of the people of Memphis and the Mid-South, and we value the dedicated individuals who play such a crucial role in helping us fulfill our mission. With Methodist Le Bonheur, you’ll be recognized and rewarded, treated with respect and given many opportunities to learn, grow and build a fulfilling career. Because we’re not at our best until you are at yours. #J-18808-Ljbffr 1200 MH-Memphis Hospitals