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, we provide critical care to patients in emergency situations while operating in a fast-paced airborne environment. Responsibilities include assessing patient needs, collaborating with healthcare professionals, and ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
Job Description
- Provide direct patient care in accordance with GMR protocols and/or medical direction.
- Assist with coverage of open shifts as needed with the 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 the critically ill or injured adult or pediatric patient and support physicians' orders.
- Maintain a safe, clean, and well-stocked aircraft environment, perform 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.
- Ensure accurate company and regulatory documentation and records are maintained.
Requirements:
- Minimum of three (3) years' 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 certification required prior to flight status.
Why Choose Guardian Flight?
We're part of Global Medical Response's family of solutions, delivering compassionate, quality medical care primarily in emergency and patient relocation services.
