Air Methods Clinical

Flight Nurse

Lincoln, NE, USA|Travel, Onsite

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $77,750.00 - $95,023.00
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Work Schedule

On-call
Day Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Competitive 401(k) Retirement Plan
Flexible spending account
Tuition Reimbursement
Full Company-Paid Life Insurance
accidental death and dismemberment insurance
short-term disability insurance
long-term disability insurance
Business Travel Accident insurance
voluntary legal insurance
Relocation assistance
Employee assistance program

Job Description

Air Methods is a leading provider of air medical transport and community base services, committed to delivering high-quality, life-saving medical care to patients in critical condition. Established with a focus on safety, professionalism, and medical excellence, Air Methods operates numerous bases across the United States, including a vital location in the picturesque town of Crete, Nebraska. This community base combines the tranquility of natural landscapes with a rich cultural heritage, making it an ideal setting for dedicated healthcare professionals to thrive while making a meaningful impact in critical care transport.

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Job Requirements

  • Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
  • minimum 36 months of recent ICU, ER, Flight, or Critical Care Transport experience within five years
  • current RN license(s) for states of practice
  • EMS or MICN certification/licensure as required by state regulations
  • current BLS/CPR, ACLS, PALS or equivalent certifications
  • maintains specialty certification (CFRN or CEN) within 24 months of hire
  • able to maintain a weight not exceeding 225 pounds including flight suit and boots
  • able to work a flexible schedule including overtime and 24/7 on-call rotation
  • able to regularly attend scheduled shifts
  • effective communication skills
  • proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
  • dependable and self-motivated
  • able to work in fast-paced, frequently changing environments
  • able to maintain positive interpersonal relationships with colleagues and external partners
  • able to prioritize and multi-task under pressure

Job Qualifications

  • Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing
  • bachelor's degree in a health-related field preferred but not required
  • minimum three years of recent critical care/emergency nursing experience within the last five years or as required by state/local EMS regulations
  • pre-hospital experience preferred
  • flight experience is a plus
  • maintains current RN license(s) for states of practice
  • EMS or MICN certification/licensure as required by state regulations
  • current certifications in BLS/CPR, ACLS, PALS or equivalent, and TPATC/TNCC/ITLS/PHTLS if required by state or county
  • specialty certification (CFRN or CEN) within 24 months of hire
  • successful completion of advanced trauma course (TPATC, TNCC, ATCN, TNATC, or CAMTS-approved) before third-rider training
  • NRP certification before third-rider orientation
  • completion of NIMS Training IS 100, 200, 700, 800, and HazMat before third-rider training

Job Duties

  • Provides nursing care within his/her scope of practice from initial contact until patient care is relinquished to the accepting medical facility
  • maintains thorough patient care documentation
  • maintains competency in knowledge and psychomotor skills through ongoing laboratory and clinical experiences
  • communicates educational needs to Medical Base Supervisor and Medical Education Coordinator
  • uses and maintains all equipment and supplies used by Air Methods CBS
  • reports medical equipment failures and ensures repairs as directed
  • maintains adequate supplies onboard aircraft
  • keeps aircraft clean and orderly for rapid response
  • attends pre-mission briefings and mission debriefings
  • assists in pre-mission liftoff checklists and pilot assistance as requested
  • complies with safety standards to ensure safety of self, medical personnel, patients, and equipment
  • serves as a flight resource to neonatal/pediatric personnel for specialty patient transport
  • participates in patient and referring institution follow-up and outreach marketing and education activities
  • acts as a preceptor and participates in orientation of new employees and students
  • participates regularly in Air Methods CBS meetings, activities, projects, and committees
  • performs other duties as assigned

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

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