Current RN Licenses in Minnesota and Wisconsin required
BLS, ACLS, PALS certifications mandatory
CFRN certification required within 18 months of hire
Minimum 3 years recent critical care or emergency nursing experience
Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing required
Experience in managing high-acuity trauma and cardiac conditions essential
Must maintain a flight crew weight of 230 lbs or less, fully dressed in flight gear
Responsibilities
Provide advanced critical care during air medical transport
Assess and manage trauma and cardiac emergencies in flight
Administer medications and IV fluids as per protocols
Reassess patient conditions and modify care plans during flight
Collaborate with flight nurses and pilots for patient safety
Maintain communication with hospitals and pre-hospital providers
Document patient care and support quality improvement initiatives
Benefits
Health, Dental, and Vision insurance starting the first month after hire
Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer match
401k with employer match fully vested
Generous paid leave to promote work/life balance
Tuition/Training reimbursement program
Full Job Description
Your impact:
Provide advanced critical care to patients with life-threatening conditions during air medical transport
Assess, stabilize, and manage trauma, cardiac, respiratory, and pediatric emergencies in flight
Perform advanced procedures within scope of practice and manage complex patient conditions in alignment with medical protocols
Administer medications, IV fluids, and blood products per guidelines and established protocols
Constantly reassess patient conditions, modify care plans, and adapt interventions to the evolving clinical status during flight
Ensure safety throughout all phases of transport in collaboration with pilot and flight nurse
Collaborate closely with flight nurses, pilots, and other professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes during transport
Maintains clear and continuous communication with receiving hospitals, pre-hospital care providers, and family members as necessary
Participate in pre-flight safety checks, post flight debriefings and maintain equipment readiness
Document patient care accurately and support quality improvement initiatives
Maintain critical care skills through ongoing training
Your Qualifications:
Current Minnesota and Wisconsin RN Licenses (both required at time of hire)
MN based RNs must have ND license - Wisconsin based RNs must have MI RN and MI EMT licensure (EMT may be completed when offered after hire)
BLS, ACLS, PALS certifications required
Certified Flight Registered Nurse (CFRN) required within 18 months of hire date
Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification will be required after hire date
FEMA certification for ICS 100, 200
Minimum of 3 years recent (within the previous 5 years) critical care or emergency nursing experience with a focus on high-acuity, critical patient care, including expertise in managing severe trauma, acute cardiac conditions, respiratory failure, and complex neonatal/pediatric cases
Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing
Prior critical care experience that involved a comprehensive understanding of advanced life support techniques, pharmacological therapies, invasive procedures, and emergency interventions
Prior exposure to high-acuity, multi-system trauma, including shock, severe head injuries, and complex cardiac emergencies, is essential
Must maintain a flight crew weight of 230 lbs or less, fully dressed in flight required gear
Valid driver's license
Ability to maintain airport security access credentials (where applicable)
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in a health-related field
Pre-hospital or air medical flight experience
Trauma certifications (TPATC, TNCC)
5 years of ICU, critical care experience
Experience with adult and pediatric patient populations, including neonates, is highly preferred
What We Offer:
Base Pay Rate: $43.10 - $53.11 per hour, based on experience
Health, Dental, and Vision insurance coverage starting the first of the month following date of hire
Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer match
401k with employer match fully vested
Generous paid leave and paid time off to foster work/life balance
Life, disability, critical illness, and accident insurance