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Flight Nurse The Flight Nurse provides high quality pre-hospital advanced life support including ... Prehospital trauma (PHTLS, ITLS, or TPATC), FEMA NIMS ICS-100/200/IS-700/800/HAZMAT Awareness, and ...

The Flight Nurse provides high quality pre-hospital advanced life support including assessment ... Prehospital trauma (PHTLS, ITLS, or TPATC), FEMA NIMS ICS-100/200/IS-700/800/HAZMAT Awareness, and ...

Nurse IMMEDIATE HIRING! NURSE PART-TIME Opportunity $21.00 per hour for Part-Time Nurse! We're ... ICS courses, refer to FEMA - IS-100B (ICS 100), IS-700A (NIMS) * Critical care inter-facility ...

Nurse IMMEDIATE HIRING! NURSE PART-TIME Opportunity $21.00 per hour for Part-Time Nurse! We're ... ICS courses, refer to FEMA - IS-100B (ICS 100),IS-700A (NIMS) * Critical care inter-facility ...

Nurse IMMEDIATE HIRING! NURSE PART-TIME Opportunity $21.00 per hour for Part-Time Nurse! We're ... ICS courses, refer to FEMA - IS-100B (ICS 100), IS-700A (NIMS) * Critical care inter-facility ...

Danville 24hr Paramedic

Danville, IL · On-site

$21.25 - $35.49/hr

ICS100: National Incident Management System (NIMS) - FEMA - within 6 months * Licensed Paramedic ... nursing care. We offer opportunities in several communities throughout central Illinois with ...

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As of Aug 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for fema nurse in the United States is $38.62, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $29.57 and $43.27 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

Do FEMA nurses work for FEMA?

FEMA nurses are typically employed by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) or work as contractors supporting FEMA during disaster response efforts. They provide medical care in emergency situations and may be deployed to disaster sites or support federal response teams. These roles often require nursing licensure, emergency response training, and the ability to work in high-pressure environments.

What is a Fema nurse?

A FEMA Nurse is a registered nurse who provides medical support during emergencies and disasters under the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). They help with disaster response efforts, including triage, patient care, and public health support in affected areas. These nurses may be deployed on short notice to work in temporary medical shelters, hospitals, or disaster zones. Their responsibilities often include treating injuries, administering medications, and coordinating care with other emergency responders.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Fema nurse position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a FEMA Nurse, you need an active RN license, strong clinical nursing skills, and experience in emergency or disaster response. Familiarity with incident command systems, mobile medical units, and certifications such as BLS, ACLS, or disaster-specific trainings like FEMA ICS courses are often required. Adaptability, problem-solving, and excellent teamwork skills help nurses excel under rapidly changing and high-stress situations. These qualifications ensure effective delivery of care and support to affected populations during emergencies.

What are some common challenges Fema nurses face when deployed to disaster sites?

FEMA Nurses often work in rapidly changing and unpredictable environments, which can include long hours, limited resources, and austere conditions. Adapting to different communities, collaborating with emergency response teams, and providing care for a variety of medical needs—ranging from trauma to chronic illness—are typical aspects of the job. Deployments may require travel on short notice and working with diverse populations experiencing high stress. While challenging, these roles offer valuable experience in crisis healthcare and opportunities to make a significant difference during times of need.

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Paramedic - Arrow Champaign (PRN)

Carle Health

Champaign, IL • On-site

$21.25 - $35.49/hr

Other

Re-posted 29 days ago


Carle Health rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

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Job description

Overview
The Paramedic responds to emergency and non-emergency ambulance requests. Has assigned daily and weekly duties, such as cleaning of ambulances and medi-vans, to complete during work hours. Provides directions and leadership to EMT on calls that require Advanced Life Support.
Qualifications
  • ICS100: National Incident Management System (NIMS) - FEMA - within 6 months

  • Licensed Paramedic - Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH)

  • ICS800: National Incident Management System (NIMS) - FEMA - within 6 months

  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association (AHA) - within 1 year

  • Driver's License - Illinois Secretary of State (ILSOS)

  • ICS200: National Incident Management System (NIMS) - FEMA - within 6 months

  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - American Heart Association (AHA) - within 1 year

  • Hazardous Materials Awareness (HazMat) - FEMA - within 6 months

  • ICS700: National Incident Management System (NIMS) - FEMA - within 6 months

  • Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association (AHA) - within 30 days

  • Introduction to Emergency Response to Terrorism (ERT) - FEMA - within 6 months


Responsibilities

Responds to emergency calls to provide efficient and immediate care to the ill and injured.
Checks and monitors ambulance readiness
Cleans ambulances, utility vehicles, and crews quarters daily.
Clearly communicates crew and vehicle position at all time.
Provides direction to EMT's while on ambulance calls
Transports patients in wheel chair van when needed.
Manages care of patients during transport to the hospital. Assess blood glucose and provides treatment if necessary. Monitors heart rhythms, interprets 12 lead ECG and provides ACLS management when necessary. Performs CPR. Administers medications through multiple routes. (IV, IO, IM, SQ, IN) Intubates adult and pediatric patients. Managers airway during transport Assists in childbirth out of the hospital. Manages care of mother and baby.


About Us

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Discover the job, the career, the purpose you were meant for. At Carle Health, we're committed to fostering a workplace where every team member feels valued, respected and empowered, where passion and purpose come together to positively impact the lives of our patients and our communities. Find it all at Carle Health.

Our nearly 17,000 team members and providers work together to support patient care across central and southeastern Illinois. We've grown to include eight, award-winning hospitals and a multispecialty provider group with more than 1,500 doctors and advanced practice providers. We're developing the next generation of providers and healthcare professionals through Carle Illinois College of Medicine, the world's first engineering-based medical school, and Methodist College. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle Foundation Hospital, Carle Health Methodist Hospital, Carle Health Proctor Hospital, Carle Health Pekin Hospital, and Carle Hoopeston Regional Health Center hold Magnet designations, the nation's highest honor for nursing care. We offer opportunities in several communities throughout central Illinois with potential for growth and life-long careers at Carle Health.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. | For more information: human.resources@carle.com.


Compensation and Benefits
The compensation range for this position is $21.25per hour - $35.49per hour. This represents a good faith minimum and maximum range for the role at the time of posting by Carle Health. The actual compensation offered a candidate will be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate's experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked and compensation model. Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers. To learn more visit careers.carlehealth.org/benefits.

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Each and every employee at Carle makes us better and stronger, so we can take care of our patients and our community. From clinical to professional and technical careers – our team of employees help us change lives. Carle is proud to be named a Great Place to Work®. Alongside Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle Health Methodist Hospital, and Carle Health Proctor Hospital, the Carle Foundation Hospital holds Magnet® designation, the nation’s highest honor for nursing care.

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