Nurse Clinician Transport - Casual

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Children’s Wisconsin is a nationally recognized health system dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children. We provide primary care, specialty care, urgent care, emergency care, community health services, foster and adoption services, child and family counseling, child advocacy services and family resource centers. Our reputation draws patients and families from around the country.

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The Transport Nurse Clinician (TNC) provides patient care in a mobile environment to high risk patients and their families being transported to/from Children's Hospital of Wisconsin. The TNC acts as a resource hospital wide for patient care standards and pre-code recognition. As a recognized resource, the TNC assists in establishing and maintaining a high quality standard of care for the neonatal and pediatric transport population. Within the call center, the TNC acts as a resource to community and hospital based physicians for pediatric consultations, transfer recommendations, and a smooth transition to and from Children's Hospital and Health System.

• Bachelors of Science Degree in Nursing preferred. An Associate or diploma prepared nurse will be considered with the understanding that BSN degree completion would occur within three years of hire date.
• Must possess current Wisconsin State License as a Registered Nurse.
• At least (3) Three years critical care nursing experience in order to develop a comprehensive understanding of patient care within a defined patient population and gain knowledge and skill in pediatric nursing procedures and standards. Consideration will be given to nurses who have at least two years of EMS experience with two years of pediatric critical care experience. Pediatric experience preferred.
• Current CPR certification - Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers through American Heart or American Red Cross is required. Acquires and maintains: Joint Commission requirements, NRP, PALS and ACLS certification.

Must pass pre-placement physical exam and meet health requirements for flying within the physical capacity evaluation prior to hire and annually. Transport team must meet height requirements of not greater than 6ft 2in., not less than 4 ft 10 in. Transport team members must maintain a mission ready weight less than 245 pounds. Mission ready is defined as your weight including the flight suit, boots, and helmet with liner, coat with liner, and any other personal items that you carry. Requirements are subject to annual review with one year advance notice to change. Must be able to squat occasionally and sit frequently. Must be able to squat occasionally and sit frequently. Must be able to lift/carry 5 pounds, sit/stand frequently, reaching overhead moderately, sit/stand moderately, walk/move about frequently, tolerate tight quarters, small spaces and sit in a confined space.

This position will be 12 hour night shifts( 1800-0630 or 1930-0800) primarily with flexibility to rotate shifts as needed to support the department.

Minimum of two shifts per four week schedule with flexibility to be available for more shifts to support staffing.

Will include an on call requirement as per department guidelines. Will require staffing for transport as well as training and staffing in the call center.

This is a Casual 0.0 role with no benefits eligibility

Children's Wisconsin is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees. We treat everyone with dignity, respect, and fairness. We do not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status or condition protected by the law.