Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $77,750.00 - $95,023.00
Work Schedule
On-call
Fixed Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Competitive 401(k) Retirement Plan
Flexible spending account
Tuition Reimbursement
Company-paid Life Insurance
AD&D insurance
short-term disability insurance
long-term disability insurance
Business Travel Accident insurance
Voluntary legal assistance
Relocation assistance
Employee assistance program
Job Description
Air Methods is a leading provider of air medical transport services, committed to delivering exceptional critical care and medical transport solutions to communities across the United States. Based in the picturesque town of Las Cruces, New Mexico, a location known for its stunning landscapes and rich cultural heritage, Air Methods offers a unique work environment that combines professional fulfillment with natural beauty. As an established leader in the medical flight industry, Air Methods prides itself on its commitment to safety, innovation, and compassionate patient care. The company's Community Base Services (CBS) teams operate under rigorous medical standards set forth by... Show More
Job Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
- Minimum three years recent critical care emergency nursing experience within last five years
- Current RN license for practicing states
- EMS or MICN certification required by state regulations
- Current certifications in BLS CPR ACLS PALS or equivalent and advanced trauma provider courses
- Specialty certification CFRN or CEN within 24 months of hire
- Ability to maintain weight not exceeding 225 pounds including flight suit and boots
- Ability to work flexible schedule including overtime and on-call
- Dependable and self-motivated
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
- Proficient with Microsoft Office
Job Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
- Bachelor's degree in a health-related field preferred
- Minimum of three years recent critical care or emergency nursing experience within five years
- Pre-hospital experience preferred
- Flight experience is a plus
- Skills in nursing practice as defined by state scope and medical direction
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite
- Current RN license for practicing states
- EMS or MICN certification as required
- Current certifications in BLS CPR ACLS PALS or equivalent and advanced trauma provider courses
- Specialty certifications (CFRN or CEN) required within 24 months of hire
- Completion of NRP and NIMS training before third-rider orientation
Job Duties
- Provide nursing care within scope of practice from initial patient contact to transfer to receiving facility maintaining thorough documentation
- Maintain competency through ongoing laboratory and clinical experiences and communicate educational needs
- Use and maintain medical equipment and supplies ensuring readiness and reporting failures
- Attend pre-mission briefings and debriefings assist with pre-mission checklists and pilot support activities
- Conduct safety briefings and comply with safety standards ensuring safety of personnel patients and equipment
- Serve as a flight resource for neonatal and pediatric transports performing advanced approved procedures
- Participate in follow-up with patients and referring institutions engage in outreach and education
- Act as a preceptor and participate in orientation of new employees and students
- Participate regularly in meetings activities projects and committees including research and publishing
- Perform other duties as assigned
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
Job Location
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