Part-Time Flight Nurse: Critical Care in Air Transport

MercyOne; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

MercyOne Air Med seeks an experienced Flight Nurse to deliver lifesaving critical care across all ages during air and ground transports. Join a fast-paced team focused on safety, teamwork, and compassionate care.

The role requires 3+ years RN experience in Emergency/CC/Flight Nursing, Iowa RN licensure, and BLS/ACLS/PALS at hire with NRP soon after. A part-time, rotating shift supports flexible scheduling.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of RN experience in Emergency, Critical Care, or Flight Nursing.
• Licensure requirements include Iowa RN license (or Iowa/Illinois RN license for applicable MercyOne Genesis locations).
• BLS, ACLS, and PALS required at hire; NRP within 3 months; Trauma certification within 6 months; CEN, CCRN, CFRN, or CTRN certification within 2 years.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced critical care during air and ground transports
• Assess, stabilize, and treat critically ill or injured patients
• Collaborate with physicians, EMS agencies, hospitals, and specialty transport teams
• Deliver compassionate, patient-centered care to patients and families
• Maintain transport equipment, supplies, and medications
• Promote safety in and around aircraft operations
• Serve as a preceptor and mentor for new team members and students
• Participate in quality improvement and educational initiatives

Skills

RN experience in ER/CC/Flight nursing

Flight Paramedic with RN experience

Tools

BLS

ACLS

PALS

NRP

Trauma certification

CEN

CCRN

CFRN

CTRN

Job description

MercyOne Air Med seeks an experienced Flight Nurse to deliver lifesaving critical care across all ages during air and ground transports. Join a fast-paced team focused on safety, teamwork, and compassionate care.

The role requires 3+ years RN experience in Emergency/CC/Flight Nursing, Iowa RN licensure, and BLS/ACLS/PALS at hire with NRP soon after. A part-time, rotating shift supports flexible scheduling.