What are the responsibilities and job description for the RN - Emergency Services position at Guardian Flight?
RN - Emergency Services at Guardian Flight Summary
As a seasoned Flight Nurse with extensive experience in emergency and critical care settings, I deliver exceptional patient care in high-pressure situations aboard an aircraft. Responsibilities include assessing critically ill or injured patients, maintaining safety standards, and ensuring effective communication with medical teams and dispatch.
Job Description
- Competitive Compensation Package:
- $99,000-$102,000 annual starting range
- $10,000 sign-on bonus payable in two installments following training completion
- Schedule: 5 days on/10 days off rotation
- Company-paid crew housing while on shift
We are seeking dedicated Flight Nurses to provide direct patient care in accordance with GMR protocols and/or medical direction. Additionally, they will assist with coverage of open shifts as needed within their assigned area.
Key Responsibilities
- Assess each situation to determine the best course of action to support, monitor, and treat patients in critical care situations
- Utilize critical thinking skills to manage critically ill or injured adult or pediatric patients and support physicians' orders
- Maintain a safe, clean, and well-stocked aircraft environment, perform regular equipment checks, and comply with safety standards and briefings
- Collaborate effectively with air and ground teams, dispatch, flight crews, facilities, and partners in a professional manner
- Share shift change information with transitioning teams and follow protocols to maintain accurate company and regulatory documentation and records
- Nurses are accountable for maintaining required certifications and ongoing training for the position
Requirements
Experience
- Minimum three years' experience in an emergency or critical care setting required
- Flight experience preferred
Education
- Current RN licensure in states served by the assigned area required
- EMT certification in state(s) where required
- AHA BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP required prior to flight status; trauma certification within six months of hire
- Advanced Certification (CEN, CCRN, CFRN) preferred, required within 12 months from date of hire
- Instructor certifications in BLS, ACLS, PALS/PEPP, ITLS/PHTLS preferred
Physical Demands
- Must be willing to shave facial hair (if needed) to fit a N95 mask
- Must possess gross and fine motor skills necessary to provide safe and effective patient care activities
- Lift and/or move up to 150 pounds cumulative with assistance
- Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distant vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
- Must be able to work a flexible schedule
Why Choose Guardian Flight?
As a leader in air ambulance services, Guardian Flight is part of Global Medical Response's family of solutions. Our GMR teams deliver compassionate, quality medical care, primarily in emergency and patient relocation services. View our values and comprehensive benefit options at GlobalMedicalResponse.com/Careers.
Salary : $99,000 - $102,000
