What is a Flight RN?
“F-RN” or “Flight Nurse” is a Registered Nurse who meets the requirements under applicable laws, holds a valid license with no restrictions to practice as a registered nurse, and is certified by Ornge Base Hospital to practice in an aeromedical environment in Ontario.
The flight nurse practices autonomously within the scope of practice, policies, procedures, and guidelines defined by MOH Ontario, and in accordance with the Nurses Association of Ontario regulations and standards. The flight nurse also practices collaboratively with members of the air medical crew, medical control physicians, paramedics, communications specialists, pilots, and other personnel.
Flight nursing is a challenging specialty performed in a unique out-of-hospital environment. It is a distinctive and expanded role for a registered nurse that encompasses the air medical transport of critically ill and injured pediatric and adult patients.
About SkyCare
SkyCare provides Air Ambulance services to the Province of Ontario through a Standing Offer Agreement managed by ORNGE. Our flight crews provide 24-hour coverage, 365 days a year.
SkyCare conducts Primary Care, Advanced Care, and Specialty Team transports (CHEO, NICU, ECMO, etc.). Our Metro aircraft are among the largest and most capable Air Ambulance platforms in the provincial system, with the ability to provide bariatric and emergent team transport capabilities. SkyCare also utilizes a Westwind Jet Medevac platform that has the best-in-class range, allowing for non-stop transcontinental flights, making it a great tool for long-haul transfers. Along with provincial flights, SkyCare has a private repatriation stretcher service that can move patients internationally from destinations in North America, Mexico, and the Caribbean. SkyCare currently operates 7 medevac aircraft from 3 bases in Ontario: Kitchener, Thunder Bay, and Sioux Lookout.
What are we looking for?
Highly motivated and qualified registered nurse to staff a rotational, part-time, or full-time position as a Flight Nurse, based out of Thunder Bay or Kitchener Base.
Position Requirements:
- Have a Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
- Are currently registered as Registered Nurse (RN) in the province of Ontario.
- Are in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO).
- Possess a minimum of 3 years of experience as an RN in a critical care unit or emergency department.
- Will maintain current employment in acute care (ICU/ED) –minimum 4 shifts per month (Preferred).
- Base Hospital Requires all F-RN to maintain current certification in BLS for Healthcare providers and ACLS.
- Will also be required to meet annual Ornge Base Hospital requirements for maintenance of certification.
- Additional courses
- Current BLS
- Current ACLS
- Current PALS (preferred)
- ITLS/PHTLS OR TNCC (preferred)
- Coronary care course (preferred)
- Possess the ability to function within and work efficiently as a multidisciplinary team member.
- Proficient clinical skills in assessment, physical examination, and nursing intervention.
- Possess previous experience in flight nursing or transport nursing duties (would be considered an asset).
- Can successfully complete mandatory flight training and certification, including but not limited to flight physiology and flight safety (comprised of 13 weeks of training which includes in-person and online courses).
- Must be willing to work 14-hour shifts.
Documentation Requirements:
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Certificate of completion of Bachelor of Nursing
- Critical Care Nursing Certificate
- ORNGE Aeromedical Theory Course
- MOHLTC Aeromedical certificate
- Valid CPR, BLS, and ACLS
- Valid First Aid
- Birth Certificate
- Canadian Passport
- Minimum G Class Driver’s License
- Drivers Abstract
- Ability to pass Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector
- Immunization records
- Free from communicable disease as per the Communicable Disease Standard (Self‐Declaration)
- Copy of your post‐secondary schooling/transcripts or Diploma
- Valid N95 Mask Fit Testing (if you do not have this, we can test you once hired)
- Two passport photos (for OASIS submission)
- OASIS Card application
- Currently working as an RN in a critical care unit or emergency department.
- Written and spoken competence in English is required.
- Have their own liability insurance.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $65.00 per hour
Expected hours: 36 – 60 per week
Additional pay:
Schedule:
Application question(s):
- Willing to work out of Kitchener-Waterloo and Thunder Bay as per the schedule?
Education:
- Bachelor's Degree (required)
Experience:
- Critical Care Nursing: 3 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: In person
