Flight Nurses (RNs), also known as Critical Care Flight RNs, are specialized registered nurses who provide critical medical care to patients during aeromedical transport. They play a vital role in ensuring the safe and timely transfer of critically ill or injured patients to medical facilities equipped to handle their needs.

Essential Job Functions:

Flight RNs are responsible for assessing and

Flight RNs are responsible for providing advanced medical care to patients during transport, ensuring their stability and safety. They must monitor vital signs, administer medications, manage medical equipment and communicate with medical facilities.

Becoming a Flight RN offers numerous benefits, including the opportunity to make a significant impact on critically ill patients' lives, the excitement of working in a dynamic and challenging environment and competitive salaries.

However, there are drawbacks to consider. The job can be physically and emotionally demanding, with the potential for exposure to hazardous conditions. Long and irregular work hours, as