RN - ProMedica Transportation Network - Critical Care Ground Transport

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6:30pm - 6:30am

ACCOUNTABILITIES 

1.    The Critical Care Transport Nurse demonstrates a professional commitment to patients, team members, hospital physicians, nurses, EMT’s, unit aids, law enforcement/fire department personnel. The critical care transport nurse supports the mission and values of the ProMedica Health system, while providing quality service in a safe and therapeutic environment.

2.    Responsible for continuous professional development, maintain certification and card classes, and contributes to the development and implementation of unit goals.

3.    Documents treatment interventions, assessment, and medications within the EPCR concisely and precisely.

4.    Treats and stabilizes the patients need in the field or at transferring medical facilities, and ensures the patients’ needs are met, reassessed and treated continuously until the patient is delivered to a designated treatment facility.

5.    Maintains regulatory agency requirements and complies with ProMedica and departmental policies, procedures, and protocols and is accountable for their actions.

6.    Represents ProMedica Transportation Network through participation in outreach efforts as needed.  

7.    Demonstrates skill competency and safety in performing the technical procedures and treatments required to meet the nursing care needs of the patient.

8.    Performs all other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Associate’s degree in nursing (ADN).

Skills: Ability to work independently and make decisions away from the controlled hospital environment. Must be able to understand directions, communicate and respond, requires effective interpersonal skills. Must be able to communicate effectively and have excellent public relations skills. Must be able to maintain composure in stressful situations. Must be able to tolerate exposure to dust, diesel, jet fuel, aircraft/engine fumes, chemicals, temperature changes, and exposure to blood borne pathogens and bodily fluids. Must be able to remain functional in a moving vehicle. Must be able to read maps, GPS units, and follow directions. Must be able to input and retrieve information from a computer.

Years of Experience: Minimum one (1) year required as an RN in the Emergency Department or ICU setting. 

License: Must be current Licensed RN in Ohio and must obtain Michigan RN licensure with 30 days of hire.

Certification: AHA-BLS, ACLS, PALS upon hire. NRP Advanced and Advanced Trauma Course within 90 days of hire. Must obtain Ohio EMT Certification and Michigan EMT licenses within six (6) months of hire. Must obtain one (1) advance certification within two (2) years of hire CTRN, CFRN, CCRN or CEN.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing. Preference given if an advanced nursing certification is held by the applicant.

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Years of Experience: Three (3) years as an RN in the Emergency Department or ICU setting

License: N/A

Certification: Ohio and Michigan Paramedic certification. 


WORKING CONDITIONS

Personal Protective Equipment: Must be able to maintain all health requirements as directed by

ProMedica Health System and PTN. (I.E. PPD, Respirator Training, vaccines as appropriate.)

 Physical Demands: Must be able to move between related facilities and endure prolonged periods of standing. Must frequently move, lift, or carry materials and equipment weighing up to 50 lbs. Must be able to tolerate working in inclement weather. Must tolerate exposure to dust, fumes, chemicals, temperature changes, bloodborne pathogens, bodily fluids, and odors such as various exhaust fumes.  

The above list of accountabilities is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by the positions; it should not be considered exhaustive.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex/gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, age, physical or mental disability, military or protected veteran status, citizenship, familial or marital status, genetics, or other status protected by applicable law. 

Equal Opportunity Employer/Drug-Free Workplace

ProMedica is a mission-driven, not-for-profit health care organization headquartered in Toledo, Ohio. It serves communities across nine states and provides a range of services, including acute and ambulatory care, a dental plan, and academic business lines. ProMedica owns and operates 10 hospitals and has an affiliated interest in one additional hospital. The organization employs over 1,300 health care providers through ProMedica Physicians and has more than 2,300 physicians and advanced practice providers with privileges. Committed to its mission of improving health and well-being, ProMedica has received national recognition for its clinical excellence and its initiatives to address social determinants of health. For more information about ProMedica, please visit promedica.org/aboutus. 

Benefits:

We provide flexible benefits that include compensation and programs to help you take care of your family, your finances and your personal well-being. It’s what makes us one of the best places to work, and helps our employees live and work to their fullest potential.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex/gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, age, physical or mental disability, military or protected veteran status, citizenship, familial or marital status, genetics, or any other legally protected category. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendment Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a job with ProMedica, please contact employment@promedica.org

Equal Opportunity Employer/Drug-Free Workplace