Flight Care Registered Nurse; RN – Part Time

This job is considered a leader in the provision of patient care utilizing the Nursing Process within the framework of the Nurse Practice Act, ANA Code for Nurses and Scope & Standards of Practice. The RN effectively delegates, directs and assists licensed and ancillary team members; assumes accountability for quality patient outcomes; exhibits sensitivity to cultural, ethnic and religious diversity in all interactions;

maintains involvement in activities aimed toward the achievement of the team’s strategic goals and objectives and demonstrates professional responsibility and accountability for his/her own practice and supports Ochsner’s philosophy of nursing.

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 qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company’s discretion.

Required
- Associate degree in nursing.

Preferred
- Bachelor’s degree in nursing.

Required - 3 years of registered nurse (RN) experience.

Preferred - 5 years RN experience with 3 years critical care or flight experience. STABLE, NPR and 40 hour Transport Course (Louisiana) within 6 months of hire.

Required
- Registered nurse (RN) license in state of practice.

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.

Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification from the American Heart Association.

Current Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification from the American Heart Association.

Emergency Medical Technician Basic or above required within 1 year of hire.

Preferred
- Certification in critical care, emergency, or flight nursing, Trauma Nurse Core Curriculum (TNCC), Pre Hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS), International Trauma Life Support (ITLS), or Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP).

• Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to be detailed oriented.
• Good time management skills and ability to be self directed.
• Strong interpersonal and delegation skills and ability to demonstrate good judgement.
• Ability to work with and maintain confidential information.
• Ability to work in a fast pace environment with minimal supervision.

• Effectively uses the nursing process in the delivery of patient care.
• Assesses learning needs and implements teaching strategies appropriate for the diverse needs of the patient, family and other groups or disciplines.
• Communicates, delegates, and manages nursing team resources (human and fiscal) properly and serves as a leader and partner on the interdisciplinary team.
• Uses data, information, and knowledge to evaluate and promote change in order to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Embraces concepts and behaviors that enhance customer satisfaction and employee morale and improvement in the profession of nursing.
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
• Performs other related duties as required.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.

Heavy Work
- Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force…