Flight Nurse Jobs

Flight Nurse jobs are open across air medical transport, hospital-based flight programs, and military contract services, from new-grad RN to senior flight nurse and program lead, with specializations in critical care transport, neonatal flight nursing, and rotor-wing trauma response. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles141+
Top stateArizona
Top employerAir Methods
Top cityPhoenix, AZ
Work type86% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Flight Nurse
Air Evac Lifeteam
Thomaston, Georgia
Human Resources (HR) — Generalist
Learning & Development
Recruiting & Talent Acquisition
Bachelor's degree in business
1,001-5,000

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Flight Nurse
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Flight Nurse
PHI Air Medical
Jackson, Mississippi
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
On-Site
None

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Flight Nurse
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Flight Nurse
Air Methods
Hinesville, Georgia
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$78k.4 - $95k.72/yr
MICN Certification
1,001-5,000

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Float Flight Nurse
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Float Flight Nurse
Life Flight Network
Cottage Grove, Oregon
Business Development
Growth Marketing
Marketing
$111k.4 - $129k.2/yr
NRP Certification
501-1,000

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Flight Nurse
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Flight Nurse
Med-Trans Corporation
Jonesboro, Arkansas
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$28.66 - $49.63/hr
NRP Certification
51-200

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Flight Nurse Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • Air Methods47
  • Air Evac Lifeteam17
  • PHI Air Medical11
  • Pafford EMS7
  • Med-Trans Corporation7

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services31
  • Non-Profit & Social Services2
  • Transportation & Logistics1

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in flight nurse jobs.

  • Current RN license with a minimum of three to five years of critical care experience
  • Certified Flight Registered Nurse (CFRN) or Certified Transport Registered Nurse (CTRN) credential
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications
  • Experience in an ICU, emergency department, or ground critical care transport setting
  • Proficiency with ventilator management, rapid sequence intubation, and hemodynamic monitoring
  • Ability to meet flight physiology standards including weight and physical fitness requirements

Tips for Your Flight Nurse Job Search

Certify before you apply

Most flight nurse postings require CFRN or CTRN certification alongside your RN license. If you're still building flight hours, list your CCRN and any ground transport experience clearly so hiring coordinators can see your trajectory.

Tailor your resume for rotor versus fixed-wing

Employers distinguish between rotor-wing and fixed-wing programs in their postings, and your resume should match. Call out the aircraft types you've flown in, the patient populations you've managed, and the ALS interventions you performed independently at altitude.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists flight nurse openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Target programs by accreditation status

Filter your search toward CAMTS-accredited programs. These programs operate under defined safety and training standards, which signals a structured clinical environment and often correlates with stronger continuing education and equipment resources for flight nurses.

Prepare for scenario-based interview questions

Flight nurse interviews almost always include clinical scenarios: a deteriorating pediatric patient, a hostile scene, or equipment failure mid-flight. Walk through your decision logic out loud, name the interventions you'd initiate, and explain how you'd communicate with the pilot and receiving facility.

Negotiate shift structure alongside base pay

Flight nurse schedules vary widely, from 24-hour shifts to 12-hour rotating blocks, and the structure affects fatigue, lifestyle, and overtime accumulation. Ask directly how the schedule is built and whether block scheduling or self-scheduling is available before you accept an offer.

Flight Nurse Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most flight nurses?

The most active employers for flight nurses right now are Air Methods, Air Evac Lifeteam, and PHI Air Medical, and the most openings are in Arizona, Texas, and New Mexico, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is especially concentrated at hospital-based programs and air medical transport operators.

How many flight nurse jobs are remote?

About 14% of flight nurse openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of the role. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements are flight program coordination, clinical education, and quality assurance roles rather than direct patient transport positions.

How do you become a flight nurse?

Start by earning your RN and spending several years in a high-acuity setting such as an ICU or emergency department. Build advanced certifications including ACLS, PALS, and CCRN, then pursue your CFRN once you meet the eligibility requirements. Some candidates add ground critical care transport experience before applying to flight programs to demonstrate scene assessment skills and independent clinical decision-making.

How do you get hired as a flight nurse with limited experience?

Flight programs rarely hire nurses without substantial critical care backgrounds, but you can build toward the role strategically. Seek out ground transport positions with an air medical organization, volunteer for interfacility transport duties at your hospital, and pursue your CFRN exam early to demonstrate commitment. Networking with flight nurses at your facility and asking to shadow a program can also open doors before an official opening posts.

What does the flight nurse interview process look like?

Most flight nurse interviews include an initial phone or video screen with HR or a program director, followed by a clinical panel interview with flight nurses and medical directors. Expect scenario-based questions that assess your critical thinking under pressure, your knowledge of transport physiology, and how you handle equipment limitations. Some programs also require a ride-along or skills assessment before extending an offer.

Where can I find and apply to flight nurse jobs?

You can find and apply to flight nurse jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your certifications, experience level, and preferred aircraft type, then apply directly to each listing that fits.

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