Registered Nurse, RN, Center for Transport Medicine

About the role

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research and family-friendly design. As the largest pediatric provider in the region with a 140-year legacy of excellence, kids and their families are at the center of all we do. Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago is ranked in all 10 specialties by the U.S. News & World Report. The Registered Nurse in the Center for Transport Medicine ensures safe and high-quality care for critically ill or injured patients (neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, and adult) during ground or air transport, requiring specialized knowledge and skills. They are responsible for coordinating patient stabilization, managing their conditions, and ensuring patient safety during transport, while collaborating with other healthcare professionals to provide seamless, coordinated care. They also maintain compliance with Commission on Accreditation of Medical Transport Systems (CAMTS) standards.

Responsibilities

• Assesses, plans, implements, evaluates, and directs care for patients (neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, and adult) during interfacility transport in accordance with established protocols.
• Administers medication in accordance with policies and procedures.
• Performs stabilizing and life-saving procedures, such as CPR, intubation, and tracheostomy, as needed.
• Demonstrates proficiency with airway management skills (neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, and adult).
• Initiates direct phone communication with the medical control physician to report and discuss clinical assessment, patient status, stabilization interventions, and potential or presenting complications.
• Maintains accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and responses to treatment.
• Proficient in using various respiratory equipment, including ventilators, oxygen delivery systems, and transport-specific devices.
• Provides exceptional customer service to all stakeholders, including patients, families, co-workers, referring center, and others to foster trust, loyalty, and a positive experience for everyone.
• Other job functions as assigned.

Requirements

• BSN graduate, licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Illinois, active and in good standing required.
• REQUIRED: