Employment Type:Full timeShift:

Description:

GENERAL SUMMARY:
Provides professional critical care nursing care for acutely ill and injured patients incorporating the nursing process of all age groups in an air medical (helicopter), pre-hospital, and hospital environment (emergency and critical care). Is guided by Air Med protocols or direct medical control. Serves as a preceptor for new employees, students and Air Med volunteer (Ride along Program).

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Performs initial and ongoing subjective and objective assessment of patients with complex health care needs in the pre-hospital and hospital environment (emergency and critical care). Implements interventions and treatments consistent with Air Med protocols and/or medical on-line direction, documenting response to cares and treatments. Collaborates with the patient, significant others, rescue personnel and outlying hospital personnel to create a multidisciplinary healthcare team whose goal is to provide care that is continuous and well coordinated.Quickly, efficiently, and calmly responds to emergent and critical situations.Communicates with patients at a level consistent with age and understanding.Documents a comprehensive patient record that is organized and complete reflecting all aspects of nursing care provided.Provides psychological support to the patient and family based on assessed need.Actively participates in evaluating and ensuring safety in and around the aircraft. Directs any safety concerns to the Program Manager, Base Lead Pilot, and/or Safety Officer. Makes recommendations for safe practices.Educates others in the safe practices in and around the helicopter through formal and informal presentations.Checks and maintains all medical equipment, supplies and medications for patient care on a daily basis.Completes follow-up on transported patients, providing written and verbal progress reports to the referring agency/physician.Assists specialty transport personnel (OB Nurse, NICU Transport Team, Pediatric Transport team).

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

A minimum of three years registered nursing experience in a critical care or emergency department, or flight program, or three years of experience as a flight paramedic and one year critical care or emergency experience as an RN with a minimum of 1,800 hours worked as an RN, with proof of hours worked.

At time of hire with Air Med must have and maintain:

Possession of a current or compact state license as a registered nurse issued/defined by the State of Iowa. Basic Life Support (BLS) for the Healthcare Provider certification – Acceptable credentialing bodies and certifications include American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare ProvidersPediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification through American Heart Association Pediatric Advanced Life Support for Healthcare ProvidersAdvanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification through American Heart Association Advanced Life Support for Healthcare Providers

Obtain within 3 months of hire with Air Med and maintain:

Successful completion of the Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter abuse training specific to population served

Obtain within 6 months of hire with Air Med and maintain:

Obtain one of the following certifications:Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS)Advanced Trauma Care for Nursing, (ATCN)Transport Professional Advanced Trauma Course (TPATC)Transport Nurse Advanced Trauma Course (TNATC)Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC)

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Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.