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APP AirLife Critical Care

Aurora, CO · On-site

$55.47 - $83.22/hr

The AirLife Neonatal Nurse Practitioner utilizes their experience, education, and training to both autonomously and collaboratively deliver critical and specialty care to neonatal and newborn ...

COMPANY DESCRIPTION At AirLife, we are dedicated to improving the quality of every breath. Excellence with Every Breath is not just a tag line, but the way we work and take care of our customers.

COMPANY DESCRIPTION At AirLife, we are dedicated to improving the quality of every breath. Excellence with Every Breath is not just a tag line, but the way we work and take care of our customers.

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As of Aug 25, 2026, the average hourly pay for airlife in the United States is $60.28, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $50.48 and $71.15 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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An Airlife job typically involves working in air medical transport, providing critical care and emergency medical services to patients in need of rapid transportation. Roles can include flight nurses, paramedics, and pilots who coordinate to ensure patient safety during airborne medical evacuations. These professionals operate in high-pressure environments and must have specialized training in aviation protocols and emergency medicine.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Airlife position, and why are they important?

To thrive in an Airlife (flight respiratory therapist) role, you need expertise in respiratory therapy, critical care transport, and advanced life support, usually backed by a CRT or RRT credential, along with relevant state licensure. Proficiency with transport ventilators, airway management tools, and standardized medical protocols like ACLS and PALS is essential. Outstanding teamwork, adaptability under pressure, and excellent communication skills distinguish top performers in this high-stakes environment. These abilities are crucial for delivering safe, high-quality patient care during emergency air medical transport situations.

What is a typical work environment and schedule like for an Airlife flight respiratory therapist?

Airlife flight respiratory therapists usually work in dynamic, fast-paced environments aboard helicopters or fixed-wing aircraft, providing advanced respiratory care during emergency patient transports. Schedules often involve 12- to 24-hour shifts that can include nights, weekends, and holidays to ensure 24/7 coverage for critical patients. Teamwork is a major aspect of the role, as you will collaborate closely with flight nurses, paramedics, and pilots during each mission. Adaptability is key, as you may encounter diverse clinical scenarios and environmental conditions, making it an exciting and fulfilling career for those who thrive in challenging situations.

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Hourly Wage Estimate: $55.47 - $83.22 / hour
Learn more about the benefits offered for this job.

The estimate displayed represents the typical wage range of candidates hired. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, how many years of experience you have and comparison to other employees already in this role. The typical candidate is hired below midpoint of the range.

**Looking for an APP with Neonatal focus!  Over time and transport differentials included!**

The AirLife Neonatal Nurse Practitioner utilizes their experience, education, and training to both autonomously and collaboratively deliver critical and specialty care to neonatal and newborn patients aboard fixed-wing aircraft, rotor wing aircraft, and ground ambulance between medical facilities. Utilizes advanced nursing process for assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and, evaluation of patient care. Uses advanced knowledge of pathophysiology and technical skills to provide management of the neonate in referral centers and on transport including lab interpretation, XR interpretation, intubation, line placement, thoracentesis, thoracotomy, and intraosseous access. 

 • Coordinates, delivers, and documents all aspects of patient care in collaboration with referral teams, physicians, AirLife team members, patients, and families while adhering to established standards of care and scope of practice.

 • Works autonomously and collaboratively, adhering to AirLife clinical guidelines, policies, and procedures with minimal support. • Maintains confidentiality of PHI in accordance with AirLife, HCA, and HIPAA standards.

 • Demonstrates awareness of and routinely practices safe work habits and adheres to the AirLife Commitment to Safety.

 • Maintains proficiency in flight physiology, general aircraft, and ambulance safety operations, and emergency procedures.

 • Participates in quality improvement initiatives including chart reviews, data collection, and process improvement.

 • Supports the mission of AirLife and HCA including the pillars of Safety, Service, Quality, People, and Growth and adheres to the AirLife Rules of the Game

 • Participates in outreach activities including transport safety and clinical education. 

• Completes orientation requirements within an appropriate timeframe as determined by AirLife Leadership.

 • Performs other duties as assigned.

 • Practices and adheres to the HCA Code of Conduct and AirLife Mission and Vision

What qualifications you will need:
  • Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required

 • Graduate of accredited Masters, post-master’s certificate, or DNP program required

 • 3+ years NNP experience in a Level III or IV NICU required

 • Transport experience Or equivalent combination of education and/or experience Licensure, Certifications, Training: Required Required Required Preferred

HCA HealthONE, one of the largest and most comprehensive healthcare systems in the Rocky Mountain region, offers more than 170 care sites in the Denver-metro area. Offering services across the continuum of care to meet patients’ total healthcare needs, HCA HealthONE includes seven acute care hospitals, a dedicated flagship pediatric hospital, a rehabilitation hospital, CareNow® urgent care clinics, mental health campuses, imaging and surgery centers, physician practices, home and hospice care, and AirLife Denver, which provides regional critical care air and ground transportation. 

HCA HealthONE employs more than 12,000 colleagues and has been named one of the top five large health systems in the country multiple years. HCA HealthONE and its parent company, HCA Healthcare, have been named 14 consecutive times by Ethisphere as a World’s Most Ethical Company and two consecutive years as a LinkedIn Top Company. HCA HealthONE hospitals includes: Centennial, Aurora, Mountain Ridge, Presbyterian/St. Luke’s, Rocky Mountain Children’s, Rose, Sky Ridge, Swedish, and Spalding working together to provide a higher level of care. 

Consistently among the Denver Business Journals’ list of top corporate philanthropists in the Denver-metro area, HCA HealthONE was named as one of the most community-minded organizations by The Civic 50 and contributed more than $1 million through cash and in-kind donations last year alone, along with more than $400M in federal, state and local taxes. 


Join a family that cares about every stage in your career! We are interviewing candidates for our Neonatal Nurse Practitioner opening. Apply today and a member of our Talent Acquisition team will reach out.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.