Flight Nurse

Air Methods

Flight Nurse providing lifesaving helicopter critical care for Air Methods in Las Cruces. Assessing, treating, and safely transporting critical patients.

Posted 8/21/2026full-timeLas Cruces • New Mexico • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $31 - $35 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in critical care nursing, including assessment, triage, and treatment of patients during transport. Maintains compliance with safety standards and possesses advanced certifications relevant to emergency medical services.

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Critical Care Nursing ExperienceCurrent RN LicenseBLS/CPR, ACLS, PALS CertificationsAdvanced Trauma Course CertificationStrong Critical Thinking Skills

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Hard Skills

Patient AssessmentTriageAdvanced Nursing ProceduresDocumentation of Patient CareEmergency Medical Services RegulationsPre-Hospital CareFlight Resource SupportMultitaskingAttention to DetailClinical Rotations

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsDependableSelf-MotivatedPrioritizationTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft SuiteAircraft Medical EquipmentSafety Training ToolsDocumentation Software

Certifications & Qualifications

EMS or MICN CertificationCFRN or CEN CertificationTPATC/TNCC/ITLS/PHTLS CertificationNRP CertificationNIMS Training IS 100, 200, 700, 800

Industry Keywords

Critical CareEmergency NursingTransport MedicineAviation SafetyPatient Care Documentation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide high-quality critical care, including assessment, triage, and treatment, for critical patients during transport
Determine and prioritize care needed for safe transport to the appropriate facility
Provide nursing care from initial contact until care is relinquished to the accepting medical facility
Maintain thorough patient care documentation
Maintain competency through ongoing laboratory and clinical experiences and continuing education
Maintain documentation of licensure, certifications, continuing education, aviation and safety training, OSHA and HIPAA training, clinical rotations, and advanced procedures
Use and maintain aircraft medical equipment and supplies; report equipment failures and initiate repairs as directed
Keep aircraft clean and orderly for rapid response
Attend pre-mission briefings and mission debriefings and complete required documentation
Assist with pre-mission liftoff checklists and support the pilot with radio, navigation, and visual observation activities
Comply with safety standards and conduct aircraft safety briefings as needed
Serve as a flight resource to neonatal/pediatric personnel
Perform advanced skills and procedures approved by Air Methods CBS Medical Director(s)
Participate in patient and referring institution follow-up and planned outreach marketing and education activities
Precept and/or orient new employees and students as assigned
Participate in meetings, activities, projects, committees, research, and publishing opportunities
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing
Bachelor’s degree in a health-related field preferred but not required
Minimum three (3) years of recent critical care/emergency nursing experience within the last five years or as required by state/local EMS regulations
Pre-hospital experience preferred
Flight experience is not required but is a plus
Weight not to exceed 225 pounds, including an empty flight suit and boots
Current RN license(s) for states of practice
EMS or MICN certification/licensure as required by state regulations
Current Healthcare Provider BLS/CPR, ACLS, PALS or equivalent certifications as required
TPATC/TNCC/ITLS/PHTLS advanced provider certification if required by state or county
Specialty certification (CFRN or CEN) required within 24 months of hire
One of TPATC, TNCC, ATCN, TNATC, or CAMTS-approved advanced trauma course before completion of third-rider training
NRP certification before completion of third-rider orientation
NIMS Training IS 100, 200, 700, 800, and HazMat before completion of third-rider training
Nursing skills within assigned state scope of practice and advanced practice skills defined by Medical Director(s) and Medical Standards
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including overtime and 24/7 on-call rotation
Proficient with Microsoft Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills
Strong critical thinking, reasoning, attention to detail, prioritization, and multitasking abilities
Dependable and self-motivated
Regularly scheduled attendance

Benefits

Comp & perks

$7,500 Annual Stipend
Health, Dental and Vision
Competitive 401(k) Retirement Plan
Flexible Spending Account Benefit Plans
Tuition Reimbursement
Full Company-Paid Life Insurance
AD&D Insurance
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Business Travel Accident Insurance
Voluntary Legal
Relocation Assistance
Employee Assistance and Benefit Concierge Service Programs
Air Methods will provide the TPATC online course if the employee does not have a current trauma certification