Is there a nurse on the plane?

Flight nurses are responsible for checking vitals, keeping records, administering medication, performing medical procedures, and more. Often aircrafts will have flight physicians that nurses assist in caring for patients, but in the event that there is no flight physician on board, a flight nurse takes charge.



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There's a lot more to working as a flight nurse than most people realize. They are an integral part of being a medical escort on a commercial flight is providing comprehensive nursing care and in-flight management, from before you take off to well after you've landed.

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What is a Flight Nurse? Flight nurses, also known as transport nurses, are registered nurses that are trained to provide medical care as they transport patients in either rotor (helicopter) or fixed-wing (plane) aircraft.

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Flying Nurses International is an internationally recognized medical escort service that specializes in commercial airline medical transports as a cost-effective alternative to air ambulance.

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A full-time flight nurse may work up to 10 24-hour shifts over four weeks, whereas a part-time flight nurse may only work three 24-hour shifts a month.

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License and travel reimbursements Travel nurses are reimbursed for necessary state licensure. They also receive reimbursements for travel expenses like gas and airfare. Travel nurse recruiters help you to obtain licensure to make it an easy process for you.

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Flight Nurse Height & Weight Requirements Must be able to pass pre-placement physical exam including functional capacity exam (strength and flexibility assessment, including being able to lift up to 100 pounds), drug screening and background screen. Must maintain body weight below 215 lbs.

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Intubation is a vital skill performed by flight nurses and paramedics. Before flight training, nurses do not routinely intubate and must be trained in proper techniques.

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How hard is it to become a flight nurse? Becoming a flight nurse takes 5-7 years. It also requires dedication to learning and practicing high-level nursing skills in critical care, resuscitation, trauma nursing, emergency nursing, etc.

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The job outlook for flight nurses is very positive, with the demand for their specialized skills and expertise projected to increase faster than the average for all occupations. The employment of registered nurses, including flight nurses, will grow by 6% from 2021 to 2031.

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With the right education, training, and skills, you can take your career to the skies and become a Flight Nurse. Flight nursing is a highly competitive specialty in the nursing field.

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Flight nursing is extremely stressful but extremely rewarding. Flight nurses may be expected to work all hours, every day of the week, on holidays, and for long shifts. Flight nurses also almost exclusively deal with emergency situations which can be draining.

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The highest-paid flight nurses can be found in California while the lowest-paid flight nurses can be found in Alabama.

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