Flight Nurse (RN) - Pensacola Hangar
Location: Pensacola ! Florida
Description: Lifeguard International is looking of Flight Nurse (RN) - Pensacola Hangar right now, this vacancy will be placed in Florida. More complete informations about this vacancy opportunity kindly see the descriptions. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Provides BLS, ALS, or critical care for inter-facility transport for specialty care utilizing protocols and procedures set forth by Lifeguard’s Medical Director, and federal & FAA guidel! ines within scope of practice.
Works in collaboration! with flight team members, including paramedic, nurse, Medical Director, pilots, and flight coordinators.
Assesses for and detects changes in the status of patients and manages proper treatment in a proactive approach to solving patient and/or family issues and concerns.
Operates emergency and non emergency medical machinery, equipment and/or technology, such as mechanical ventilation machines, oxygen tanks, and various other life support equipment.
Maintains the patients overall safety while in flight.
Maintains complete and accurate patient care documentation.
Assists in carrying patient(s) by stretcher or other device into (or out of) the aircraft and secures patient inside the aircraft.
Communicates information to the Lifeguard Medical Director, other members of the healthcare profession, patients, family members, and other flight crew as necessary and appropriate.
Stays current with leading industry practic! es/knowledge base.
Maintains all required licenses and certifications by attending courses provided by local operation and medical community to obtain CEU's and CEC's.
Provides supervisor with documentation of current certifications and training documentation information for training file.
Maintains a safe and healthy workplace per the standards set forth by the Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA), FAA, and Lifeguard Air Ambulance.
Attends all required staff meetings.
Remains aware of all policy changes and informational emails & postings throughout the operation and by engaging with leadership staff.
Maintains privacy of patient and employee information at all times.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Acts an intermediary and communicator between the flight crew and flight medical team members.
Plans, organizes, and positions equipment and supplies for use before, during and a! fter transport.
Inspects, safely operates, and maintains all e! quipment, supplies, and tools to meet standards set by Lifeguard Air Ambulance. Requisitions and restocks supplies, material, and equipment.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
Thorough knowledge of standards of care within scope of practice.
Thorough knowledge of equipment and supplies used in patient care and transport.
Considerable knowledge of medical procedures and techniques.
Ability to operate a personal computer and related software and to type with accuracy.
Ability to exercise independent judgment in determining the appropriate standards of care of a patient according to existing protocols.
Knowledge of universal precautions.
EDUCATION AND RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE
High school diploma or equivalent, Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Minimum three (3) years experience in Critical care experience (ICU/ER).
Experienced in intubation and airway.
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS or ! CERTIFICATIONS
Current RN License
Flight Nurse Certification (CFRN) preferred
Current CPR certification.
ACLS certification required.
BTLS, PHTLS, or ITLS required. TNCC preferred .
PEPP, PALS, or other equivalent pediatric course.
Current passport or ability to obtain one within 60 days of hire
COMPETENCIES:
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
Analytical - synthesizes complex or diverse information; uses intuition and experience to complement data.
Design - demonstrates attention to detail.
Problem Solving - identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
Technical Skills - assesses own strengths and weaknesses; pursues training and development opportunities; strives to continuously build knowledge! and skills; shares expertise with others.
Customer Service - ! manages difficult or emotional customer situations; responds promptly to customer needs; solicits customer feedback to improve service; responds to requests for service and assistance; meets commitments.
Interpersonal Skills - focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; maintains confidentiality; listens to others without interrupting; keeps emotions under control; remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
Oral Communication - speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions; demonstrates group presentation skills.
Written Communication - writes clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar; varies writing style to meet needs; presents numerical data effectively; able to read and interpret written information.
Teamwork - balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; gives and welcomes ! feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit; puts success of team above own interests; able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
Visionary Leadership - displays passion and optimism; inspires respect and trust; mobilizes others to fulfill the vision; provides vision and inspiration to peers and subordinates.
Change Management - develops workable implementation plans; communicates changes effectively; builds commitment and overcomes resistance; monitors transition and evaluates results.
Delegation - delegates work assignments; matches the responsibility to the person; gives authority to work independently; sets expectations and monitors delegated activities; provides recognition for results.
Leadership - exhibits confidence in self and others; inspires and motivates others to perform well; effectively influences actions and opinions of others; accepts feedback f! rom others; gives appropriate recognition to others.
Managing ! People - takes responsibility for subordinates' activities; makes self available to staff; provides regular performance feedback; develops subordinates' skills and encourages growth; solicits and applies customer feedback (internal and external); fosters quality focus in others; improves processes, products and services.; continually works to improve supervisory skills.
Quality Management - looks for ways to improve and promote quality; demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
Business Acumen - understands business implications of decisions.
Cost Consciousness - develops and implements cost saving measures; conserves organizational resources.
Diversity - shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; promotes a harassment-free environment.
Ethics - treats people with respect; keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; works with integrity and ethically; upholds organizational values.
Organizational Support ! - follows policies and procedures; completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; supports organization's goals and values.
Judgment - displays willingness to make decisions; exhibits sound and accurate judgment; supports and explains reasoning for decisions; includes appropriate people in decision-making process; makes timely decisions.
Motivation - sets and achieves challenging goals; demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; measures self against standard of excellence.
Planning/Organizing - prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficiently; plans for additional resources; sets goals and objectives; organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; develops realistic action plans.
Professionalism - approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions; follows through on c! ommitments.
Quality - demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; ! looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance; monitors own work to ensure quality.
Quantity - meets productivity standards; completes work in timely manner; strives to increase productivity; works quickly.
Safety and Security - observes safety and security procedures; determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly.
Adaptability - adapts to changes in the work environment; manages competing demands; changes approach or method to best fit the situation; able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
Attendance/Punctuality - is consistently at work and on time; ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
Dependability - follows instructions, responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions; keeps commitments; commits t! o long hours of work when necessary to reach goals.; completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
Initiative - volunteers readily; undertakes self-development activities; seeks increased responsibilities; takes independent actions and calculated risks; looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; asks for and offers help when needed.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS & DIRECTION/GUIDANCE
Will work in collaboration with flight medical team partner (e.g., Paramedic, Nurse, Respiratory Therapist, Physician) during transport. Reports to Medical Flight Team Coordinator and the Lifeguard Air Medical Director.
BUDGET AND OR RESOURCE RESPONSIBILITY
This position has no budgetary responsibilities.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS, COGNITIVE FUNCTIONS & WORKING CONDITIONS: The physical demands, work environment factors and cognitive functions described below are representative of those that must be met by an employ! ee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasona! ble accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :
This position requires working in the confined space of an aircraft, involving frequent sitting, bending, squatting, crouching, kneeling, twisting, and working in awkward positions, as well as moderate standing and climbing, when moving patients from all types of locations and within the aircraft and emergency vehicles. It requires frequent lifting of up to 100 lbs. This position will be required to perform various lifts and transfers of patients and equipment including stretcher, monitor, jump bag, ventilator, and possibly a two person manual transfer. This position will require partnering with another EMT or RN to lift, carry, push, pull, maneuver, balance and transfer from one surface to another a body weight of up to 300lbs, and additional equipment weight. This position requires manual dexterity of frequent simple and po! wer grasping of both hands, moderate use of fine manipulation with both hands, and frequent pushing and pulling and reaching above and below shoulder level.
Requires ability to identify and distinguish colors, clear vision at 20 inches or less (close vision) and clear vision at 20 feet or more (distant vision), peripheral and depth vision, as well as ability to adjust focus.
COGNITIVE FUNCTIONS:
Must be able to analyze many variables and choose the most effective course of action for treatment and transportation of patients, and interaction with family members, facility personnel, and others. Must be able to handle novel and diverse work situations and function within a two-three person team dynamic. Personal maturity and sound judgment are critical. Must be able to relate, communicate and interact with people at all levels within the Company and at customer facilities in foreign and domestic locations, as well as with people of diverse backgrou! nds, age levels ranging from infant to senior, disparate levels of comp! rehension, and potentially dealing with confused and agitated patients or family members. Requires ability to analyze, evaluate, compare, and compile information, and the ability to coordinate, communicate, and instruct.
TYPICAL WORK ENVIRONMENT:
This position requires working within the small and often compressed atmosphere of a fixed wing aircraft. Performance of the duties of this job requires the use of stretchers, ventilators and other medical equipment; walking on uneven or slippery ground depending on the location in which the transport occurs; exposure to red lights and sirens on ambulance; exposure to various weather conditions; day and evening shifts; potential exposure to dust, gas, fumes or chemicals (e.g. aircraft and ambulances); occasionally working near moving mechanical parts; working at heights and in confined spaces; and potential for exposure to blood-borne pathogens, known and unknown medical conditions (protective materials are prov! ided and precautions are required). The noise level in the work environment is usually loud and at a moderate level when in the hospital environment.
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This vacancy starts available on: Sat, 14 Dec 2013 02:24:00 GMT