Flight Nurse-Full Time- Fort Smith

Minimum Requirements:

Education: Accredited school of nursing completion.

Licensure:

Current RN Licensure in state of practice and compact for other states. Base may determine at discretion.

Arkansas: Arkansas EMT license is required at Life Line state-licensed bases before completing Life Line orientation. Base location will determine license needs.

Experience: Three years ER or Critical Care experience.

Certifications: Current BLS (Basic Life Support) ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
Must have or be able to complete within first six months of service ITLS (International Trauma Life Support) or PHTLS (Prehospital Trauma Life Support).
Must have or be able to complete within first six months of service ATLS (Advanced Trauma Life Support) or equivalent.
Must have or be able to complete within two years of service FP-C (Certified Flight Paramedic) or CCP-C (Critical Care Paramedic).

Other Skills Knowledge and Abilities:
Must be able to use a Cardiac Monitor Non-Invasive and invasive BP Monitor Mechanical Ventilator C02 monitor IABP Impella Intubation Infusion Pump and computer.

Preferred Requirements:

Education: Bachelors of Nursing.

Experience: Previous flight paramedic experience preferred.

Certifications: Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN) Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN)

Physical Requirements:
Must pass an annual fitness test completed as part of fit-4-duty program.
As of 7/1/2017 the new weight requirement will be 230 pounds or less in full uniform (flight suit and boots).
Tolerates the stressors of flight including but not limited to motion vibration and temperature variations and other environmental conditions. Perform pre-hospital duties in many different environments.
Position requires the ability to push pull and/or lift 50 pounds on a regular basis.
Position requires prolonged standing and walking during each shift.
Position requires the ability to grip reach bend kneel twist and squat to perform duties.

From day one Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical dental and vision coverage paid time off tuition support and matched retirement plans for team members working 32 hours per pay period.

Join a caring collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy youll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation technology and compassion. As we grow youll grow with us.