What are the responsibilities and job description for the Flight Nurse - PRN position at Grady Health System?
Job Description
Grady Health System offers many career paths for experienced professionals. Whether you have many years of experience or are in the early stages of your career, you can find a rewarding career at Grady!
SUMMARY
The flight nurse functions as a member of the critical care transport team and is responsible for the care of the critically ill and injured patients transported by the Flight Program. The flight nurse functions in the field and hospital environments after an extensive orientation. Responsibilities include patient care that incorporates advanced assessment, stabilization and intervention skills working under standards and protocols approved by the Medical Director. Use of these protocols and standards may require independent judgment if immediate contact with the Medical Director is unavailable.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Associate Degree in Nursing
- Registered Nurse with at least 3 years critical care experience/ED
- Georgia Registered Nurse Licensure
- Advanced Trauma Certification
- Neonatal Resuscitation Provider
- CAMTS Standards
- Certifications in BLS/CPR; ACLS; PALS or equivalent TNCC, or TNAT (BLS, ACLS and PALS must be provided by AHA or ARC) NRP Advanced provided by the American Academy of Pediatrics if program provides high risk OB and/or neonatal transports.
- Current Georgia nursing certification
- Advanced certification as a CFRN or CTRN within 2 years of hire.
- Must complete annual competency tests.
Equal Opportunity Employer-Minorities/Females/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.