Flight Nurse I Float - North Central Region

Air Methods • NE Mountain TZ Homebase, NE

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Flight Nurse I Float provides high-quality nursing care to critically ill or injured patients during air medical transport. The nurse assesses, triages, and treats patients under standards and guidelines established by Air Methods Community Base Services (CBS) Medical Director(s), prioritizes care, and supports safe transport to the appropriate medical facility. The role supports multiple Clinical Flight Teams at CBS bases in regions where the nurse is currently licensed, with work across the North Central region and 85% travel.

The nurse maintains clinical competency and documentation, manages medical equipment and aircraft supplies, and participates in flight briefings, checklists, and safety procedures. The position also provides flight support for neonatal and pediatric specialty transports, participates in community outreach and patient follow-up, and may precept or help orient new employees and students. This role has no supervisory responsibilities.

The position requires availability for at least two 24-hour shifts per week at any CBS base where currently licensed. Schedules are issued by Centralized Scheduling 4–8 weeks in advance, and self-scheduling is not permitted. The role may require overtime and on-call rotations. Minimum pay is $89,406.72 per year and maximum pay is $109,274.88 per year. A $30,000 sign-on bonus is advertised for internal and external candidates.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
• At least three years of recent critical care/emergency nursing experience within the last five years, or as required by state or local EMS regulations.
• One year of full-time flight experience is required.
• Maintain current RN license(s) for states of practice where Air Methods has CBS locations.
• Maintain a weight not exceeding 225 pounds, including empty flight suit and boots.
• Clinical nursing skills required by the applicable state scope of practice and advanced practice skills defined by the Medical Director(s) and Medical Standards.
• Strong communication, collaboration, teamwork, and relationship-building skills with colleagues, EMS representatives, hospitals, and the public.
• Strong critical-thinking, reasoning, organizational, and attention-to-detail skills; ability to prioritize multiple tasks and manage complex situations in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule that includes 24-hour shifts, overtime, and on-call rotations.
• Dependable and self-motivated in a frequently changing environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Current Healthcare Provider BLS/CPR and ACLS certifications.
• Current PALS or equivalent certification, when required by state or county.
• Current TNCC/ITLS/PHTLS advanced-provider certification, when required by state or county.
• Current NRP certification.
• Current NIMS training: IS 100, 200, 700, 800, and HazMat.
• One accepted advanced trauma course certification: TNCC, ATLS/ATCN, TPATC, or a CAMTS-approved advanced trauma course; an advanced skills lab may be required for some courses, and a second trauma course may be required based on state requirements.
• A specialty certification in CFRN, CCRN, or CEN is required.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in a health-related field preferred.
• Pre-hospital experience preferred.
• Nurse compact license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care within scope of practice from initial patient contact until care is transferred to the accepting medical facility, and maintain thorough patient care documentation.
• Assess the nature and extent of illness or injury, establish care priorities, and provide safe transport of critical patients to appropriate facilities.
• Maintain clinical knowledge and psychomotor competency through ongoing laboratory and clinical experiences.
• Communicate educational needs to the Clinical Education Team and maintain current documentation of licensure, certifications, continuing education, aviation and safety training, OSHA and HIPAA compliance, clinical rotations, and advanced procedures.
• Demonstrate proficiency with Air Methods CBS equipment and supplies; promptly report equipment failures and coordinate repairs.
• Maintain adequate patient care supplies onboard aircraft and keep aircraft clean and organized for rapid response.
• Attend pre-mission briefings and debriefings and complete required documentation.
• Participate in pre-mission checklists and assist the pilot with radio, navigation, and visual observation activities as requested.
• Comply with safety standards and conduct aircraft safety briefings when needed.
• Serve as a flight resource to neonatal and pediatric personnel during specialty helicopter transports and perform advanced skills and procedures approved by the Medical Director(s).
• Participate in patient follow-up, referring-institution coordination, and planned outreach, marketing, and education activities.
• Serve as a preceptor and/or participate in orientation of new employees and students as assigned, and communicate program goals and objectives to new team members.
• Participate regularly in Air Methods CBS meetings, activities, projects, and committees, including research and publishing opportunities.
• Maintain availability to be scheduled for a minimum of two 24-hour shifts per week at any CBS base where currently licensed.
• Maintain regular attendance and follow Air Methods employment practices and policies.

Benefits

• $30,000 sign-on bonus for internal and external candidates.
• The posting refers to an industry-leading benefits package and directs candidates to the company benefits page for details; specific benefits are not listed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree