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Flight Paramedic- PRN - NWA

Bentonville, AR · On-site

Find your calling at Mercy! A Flight Paramedic is responsible for providing high-quality critical care including assessment, triage, and treatment while transporting patients under stressful ...

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Flight Nurse- PRN- NWA

Rogers, AR · On-site

Find your calling at Mercy! A Flight Nurse is responsible for providing high-quality critical care including assessment, triage, and treatment while transporting patients under stressful situations.

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Flight Nurse- PRN- NWA

Bentonville, AR · On-site

Find your calling at Mercy! A Flight Nurse is responsible for providing high-quality critical care including assessment, triage, and treatment while transporting patients under stressful situations.

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Physician - Executive Health

Rogers, AR

Mercy is seeking a full-time, Board Certified/Board Eligible Internal Medicine Physician to join ... FAA Flight Physical Certification highly preferred * H1B visa holders welcome

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What is a Mercy Flight?

A Mercy Flight job typically involves working for an air medical transport service that provides emergency and non-emergency air ambulance services. Professionals in these roles, such as pilots, flight nurses, and paramedics, work together to transport critically ill or injured patients to medical facilities. These jobs require specialized training, quick decision-making, and the ability to work under high-pressure situations.

What does a typical shift look like for Mercy Flight crew members?

A typical shift for Mercy Flight crew members involves being on standby for rapid deployment, responding to emergency calls to provide patient care and transport, and performing routine equipment checks to ensure readiness. Crews often work in close-knit teams, including pilots, flight nurses, and paramedics, collaborating closely both during flight and on the ground with hospital staff and emergency responders. Due to the unpredictable nature of medical emergencies, shifts may include periods of downtime interspersed with intense, high-pressure situations requiring quick thinking and collaboration. Many organizations offer structured shift patterns, such as 12- or 24-hour rotations, to balance the demands of the job with necessary rest.

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

To thrive in a Mercy Flight role, you need advanced clinical expertise in emergency medicine or critical care, strong decision-making skills, and licensure as a paramedic, nurse, or pilot (depending on the specific duty). Familiarity with aviation protocols, patient transport equipment, and certifications such as ACLS, PALS, and, for some roles, an EMT-P or flight nurse certification are typically required. Excellent communication, composure under pressure, and teamwork are vital soft skills for effective coordination during emergency flights. These abilities ensure the safe, efficient, and compassionate transport of critically ill or injured patients in high-stakes situations.

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Flight Nurse- PRN - Mercy Fort Smith

Fort Smith, AR • On-site

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Health Care and Social Assistance • 10K+ employees

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Company rating: 6.5 out of 10

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Posted 18 days ago

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Find your calling at Mercy! A Flight Nurse is responsible for providing high-quality critical care including assessment, triage, and treatment while transporting patients under stressful situations. Working with the Flight Paramedic, this position requires the ability to administer medicine and provide advanced life support in a helicopter's confined and noisy space. This role requires a combination of advanced clinical skills, quick decision-making, and the ability to work in high-pressure environments. Position Details:

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: Bachelor's 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.

Why Mercy?

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, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.

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Our mission is clear. We bring to life a healing ministry through our compassionate care and exceptional service. At Mercy, we believe in careers that match the unique gifts of unique individuals - careers that not only make the most of your skills and talents, but also your heart.

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