What are the responsibilities and job description for the Flight Nurse position at Guardian Flight?
Flight Nurse at Guardian Flight Summary:
As a Flight Nurse, I provide direct patient care in critical situations aboard aircraft, ensuring compliance with medical protocols and safety standards. My responsibilities include assessing patient needs, collaborating with teams, and maintaining accurate documentation while adhering to regulatory requirements.
Job Description:
We are seeking highly skilled Flight Nurses to join our team at Guardian Flight. As a Flight Nurse, you will be responsible for providing direct patient care in accordance with GMR protocols and/or medical direction.
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.
- Provide a safe, clean, and well-stocked aircraft environment, maintain regular equipment and base checks, and comply with safety standards and briefings.
- Work collaboratively and effectively communicate in a professional manner with air and ground teams, dispatch, flight crews, facilities, and partners.
- Maintain accurate company and regulatory documentation and records.
Requirements:
- Minimum three years of experience in an emergency or critical care setting required.
- Current RN licensure in the states served by the assigned area required.
- EMT Certification in state(s) where required.
- AHA BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP required prior to flight status.
Why Choose Guardian Flight?
Guardian Flight is a leader in air ambulance services, delivering compassionate, quality medical care primarily in the areas of emergency and patient relocation services. Our employees embody our values, which are at the core of our services. Learn more about our comprehensive benefit options at GlobalMedicalResponse.com/Careers.
Keywords:
Flight Nurse, Air Ambulance, Critical Care Nursing, Emergency Medical Services, Patient Care, RN Licensure, ACLS Certification, Emergency Response, Healthcare, Trauma Care.
