The Critical Care Nurse will provide care for patients as part of a multidisciplinary team within an aero medical transport setting. The Critical Care Nurse will work as part of the Air Medical Crew (AMC) which could be an Advanced Care Paramedic (ACP) or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT), supplemented with the presence of an Online Medical Control (OLMC) Physician to provide high quality care and service, which includes rapid response assessment, intervention, and safe transport of ill or injured patients of all age categories during inter-facility transfer.

Responsibilities & Accountabilities

• Provide leadership to rural personnel for patients experiencing complex medical conditions
• Triage medevac requests/providing direction to the referring facility as required
• Responsible for pre-flight and in-flight stabilization of the patient during all aspects of the medevac
• Liaise with Online Medical Control (OLMC) during all phases of the patient transfer
• Works closely with the other members of the crew (pilots), flight followers and other groups also involved in the transfer of patients
• Maintain constant communication with the different groups internally and externally to ensure that medevacs are performed efficiently and effectively
• Within this capacity, the incumbent acts as a representative of Keewatin Air LP and reports directly to the Medical Program Manager
• Documents all aspects of the aero medical transport in a clear and concise manner Maintain patient
• Records and ensure that privacy act is strictly adhered to
• Makes ethical decisions related to consent and confidentiality
• Ensures on-time performance as it relates to launch times
• Ensures that all equipment checklists are completed as per company protocols
• Advocates on behalf of patients
• Demonstrates responsible behavior including arriving to work on time and ready to work in uniform
• Participate in new hire training and any recurrent training (Maintenance of Competency Programs) as deemed appropriate by the employer
• Incorporate validated changes in medical practice through review of best practice
• All other duties as assigned

Qualifications & Requirements

• Completion of an accredited/recognized diploma or degree program in health care or an equivalent combination of advanced training and experience that provides the necessary theoretical and clinical skills to perform at the level of Registered Nurse
• 3 years’ experience as either an Adult Emergency and / or Adult Intensive Care Unit (ICU) or a combination of the two.
• Current registration in good standing with their home Province/Territory, and the ability to attain and maintain registration with the College of Registered Nurses Manitoba (CRNM) and College and Association of Nurses of the Northwest Territories and Nunavut (CANNN)
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS) certification
• Current Advanced Care Life Support (ACLS) certification
• Current Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)certification is an asset
• Current Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification is an asset
• Current Trauma Course (PHTLS or ITLS) is considered an asset
• Indigenous cultural awareness training is considered an asset
• Proof of current required vaccinations as per company policy
• Air Medical Crew (AMC) Candidates must successfully:
• Complete the company provided aeromedical training (CAMATA Level 1)
• Provide proof of a Current Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Scan, Child Abuse Registry and Adult Abuse Registry o Obtain and maintain Restricted Area Identity Card (RAIC)
• Possess and Maintain a Valid Driver’s License
• Possess and Maintain a Valid Canadian Passport
• Attain a Fit to Fly Form, completed by a recognized physician in Canada as required or directed by the Company.

Skills & Competencies

• Superior customer relations and interpersonal skills, self-motivated and driven
• Highly flexible with the ability to respond quickly in a dynamic and changing environment
• Possess cultural awareness and sensitivity
• Ability to think critically and act logically to evaluate situations and provide sound judgement
• Effective listening and communication skills with all levels of the organization
• Strong customer service experience considered an asset
• Exhibit initiative, responsibility, and flexibility, with demonstrated interpersonal skills allowing one to adapt to a fast-paced working environment
• Effective and efficient multitask abilities
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy is imperative

License/Certifications

• BSL certification (required)
• ACLS certification (required)
• Registered Nurse license (required)