Registered Nurse, RN, Center Transport Medicine

Position: Registered Nurse, RN, Center for Transport Medicine
* 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.
* BSN graduate of a nationally accredited nursing program.
* Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of Illinois, active and in good standing.
* Minimum of 3 years pediatrics experience in high acuity inpatient setting (intensive care, emergency department, transport etc.).
* Demonstrates extensive knowledge of neonatal/pediatric diagnoses and management.
* Basic Life Support Certification required. PALS/NRP/ACLS/TNCC preferred and will be required in the first year of hire. Nurses are also required to obtain C-NPT within two years of hire.
* Demonstrates strong leadership qualities by making independent decisions and taking decisive action, even in high-stress situations.
* Utilizes and maintains advanced medical equipment, including ventilators, infusion pumps, monitors, and other life-support devices.
* Capable of performing MEDIUM WORK. Must be able to carry 40 pounds at a time, with frequent lifting/carrying up to 25 pounds.
* Requires good overall physical health and body agility to enter/exit ambulance, helicopter, and fixed wing aircraft. Frequently required to lift; push; pull equipment and patients.
* Strong proficiency in Epic, Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.

At Lurie Children’s, we are committed to competitive and fair compensation aligned with market rates and internal equity, reflecting individual contributions, experience, and expertise. The pay range for this job indicates minimum and maximum targets for the position. Ranges are regularly reviewed to stay aligned with market conditions. In addition to base salary, Lurie Children’s offer a comprehensive rewards package that may include differentials for some hourly employees, leadership incentives for select roles, health and retirement benefits, and wellbeing programs.

For more details on other compensation, consult your recruiter or click the following  to learn more about our benefits.
* Supplemental Life, AD&D and Disability
* Critical Illness, Accident and Hospital Indemnity coverage
* Tuition assistance
* Student loan servicing and support
* Adoption benefits
* Backup Childcare and Eldercare
* Employee Assistance Program, and other specialized behavioral health services and resources for employees and family members
* Discount on services at Lurie Children’s facilities
* Discount purchasing program

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.
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