Neonatal Flight Nurse
About the Role
We are seeking experienced NICU nurses with 3+ years of Level III or Level IV NICU experience to join our flight team and provide advanced critical care during air and ground transport. In this role, you'll care for critically ill newborns and pediatric patients while working autonomously in a fast-paced, high-acuity transport environment.
Responsibilities
- Provide advanced critical care and stabilization during air and ground transport.
- Assess and manage critically ill neonatal, pediatric, and adult patients using independent clinical judgment.
- Perform advanced interventions including airway management, medication administration, and critical care procedures.
- Partner with referring providers, receiving facilities, and transport team members to ensure seamless patient care.
- Maintain transport equipment, readiness standards, and accurate patient documentation.
- Adhere to all aviation, transport, and patient safety protocols.
Requirements
- State-certified Nurse with no restrictions, valid in area of operation.
- Advanced Life Support (ALS), Basic Life Support (BLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and trauma care certifications.
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification within 120 days of hire.
- Demonstrated emergency room or critical care experience.
- Must obtain CFRN certification within two years of hire.
- Advanced certification in trauma care (e.g., TNATC, ATLS, PHTLS, TNCC) within one year of hire, or earlier if required by the state of operation.
- Bachelor’s degree in nursing (BSN) from an accredited institution (degree will be verified). Registered Nurses (RNs) hired or promoted into this role must obtain their BSN within four years of their hire or promotion date.
Preferred Qualifications
- 3+ years of Level III or Level IV NICU experience.
- Five or more years of diverse critical care experience across various ICU specialties.
- Compact nursing license.
- Advanced certification in trauma care (e.g., TNATC, ATLS, PHTLS, TNCC).
- Experience in mentoring or training healthcare team members.
- Familiarity with advanced medical technologies and ICU-level care during transport.
Skills
- Strong critical thinking and autonomous decision-making abilities in emergency and high-stress situations.
- Expertise in patient care delivery, safety practices, and compassionate handling of critically ill patients.
- Effective communication and teamwork with diverse healthcare professionals and patient families.
Physical Requirements
- Must meet a pre-hire weight of less than 216 lbs by interview and maintain weight restrictions within policy.
- Ability to perform strenuous physical tasks, including lifting, bending, and transferring patients and equipment.
- Manual dexterity for operating complex medical equipment and performing life-saving procedures.
- Capability to work in confined spaces, high-stress environments, and extreme conditions, including noise, vibration, temperature, and altitude.
- Ability to pass annual physical health assessments and maintain stamina for long shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Why Join Our Team
You'll care for some of the most vulnerable patients at the moments they need expert care most. As a Flight Nurse, you'll practice at the highest level of nursing, work alongside highly skilled transport professionals, and make a meaningful impact every day.
Location
Intermountain Health Primary Children's Hospital, Salt Lake City, Utah
Pay
The hourly range for this position is $41.20 - $62.17. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.
Schedule
Scheduled weekly hours: 36
Benefits
We provide a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged. Learn More About Our Comprehensive Benefits Package Here.