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As of Sep 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for airline nurse in the United States is $38.62, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $29.57 and $43.27 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an airline nurse?

An Airline Nurse is a specialized healthcare professional who provides medical care and assistance to passengers and crew during flights. They may be responsible for handling in-flight medical emergencies, monitoring passengers with medical needs, and ensuring the safe transport of patients on air ambulances or commercial flights. Airline Nurses typically have advanced medical training, such as experience in critical care or emergency medicine. They work closely with airline staff, medical teams, and sometimes government agencies to ensure safe and efficient patient transport. This role requires adaptability, strong communication skills, and the ability to remain calm under pressure.

What are the main responsibilities of an airline nurse during a typical flight?

An Airline Nurse is responsible for overseeing the health and safety of passengers and crew, managing medical emergencies, and providing essential care during flights. This can include pre-flight assessments, administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and coordinating with pilots or ground medical teams when complex situations arise. If traveling with a patient who requires medical escort or special attention, the nurse ensures all in-flight needs are met and that the necessary equipment is ready and functioning. The environment is fast-paced, requires quick decision-making, and involves close collaboration with aviation staff to maintain high standards of medical care throughout the journey.

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

To succeed as an Airline Nurse, you need a valid Registered Nurse (RN) license, extensive clinical experience in emergency or critical care, and in-depth knowledge of in-flight health and safety protocols. Certification in advanced life support (such as ACLS), aviation medicine training, and familiarity with portable medical equipment are typically required. Excellent interpersonal skills, cultural sensitivity, and the ability to remain calm under pressure are vital soft skills in this role. These qualifications ensure nurses can provide effective, compassionate care during flights while responding swiftly to medical emergencies in a confined and dynamic environment.

Do airlines ever hire airline nurses?

Airline nurses are specialized healthcare professionals who provide medical assistance on commercial flights and at airline medical facilities. Some airlines or aviation companies hire nurses with emergency or critical care experience to handle in-flight medical emergencies or health-related services, often requiring certifications such as CPR and advanced life support. These roles are typically part-time or contract-based and require knowledge of aviation safety protocols.

How to become an airline nurse?

To become an airline nurse, you typically need to be a registered nurse (RN) with a valid license, often holding experience in emergency or critical care. Additional certifications such as Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Basic Life Support (BLS) are usually required, and strong communication skills are essential for working in the airline environment. Some employers may also prefer prior experience in aviation or travel medicine.
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Infographic showing various Airline Nurse job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 4% As Needed, 58% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 23% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $80,321 per year, or $38.6 per hour.

RN Health Care Facility Surveyor

Greenlife Healthcare Staffing

Des Moines, IA

$75K - $90K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

RN Health Care Facility Surveyor - Iowa (#1152) 

  • CMS's Long-Term Care Basic Training and SMQT certification are required
  • Airline and hotel points accumulate for employee's personal use
  • Employee discounts
  • Employee retirement plan (401k) with a generous match and immediate vesting
  • Company-paid tax-free Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance

Impact Recruiting Solutions is currently seeking a RN Health Care Facility Surveyor to fill an opening with a Quality Improvement Consulting Company and will work in a technically exciting environment supporting internal and external customers nationwide

Requirements

  • Must have an Associate or Bachelor's degree in nursing
  • Must have successfully completed CMS's Long-Term Care Basic Training and passed the Surveyor Minimum Qualifications Test (SMQT).
  • Must have At least two (2) years of recent experience working as a surveyor accrediting or certifying facilities that serve the residents of long-term care facilities.
  • Must maintain current licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse (RN).
  • Demonstrated a history of independent decision-making skills to direct and effectively manage the survey process.
  • Ability to set priorities independently and collectively in performing survey tasks.
  • Ability to openly discuss conflicts/controversy, and to seek assistance when appropriate to make decisions and resolve conflicts.
  • Ability to travel up to 75% of the time on a regular basis is required.

Benefits

  • The salary for this position is $75,000 - 90,000 / yr
  • This is a Full-time position (Monday - Friday)
  • Flexible paid vacation days
  • Paid holidays
  • Company-issued and company-paid Amex card for travel
  • All travel expenses paid directly by the company
  • Airline and hotel points accumulate for employee's personal use
  • Employee discounts
  • Employee retirement plan (401k) with a generous match and immediate vesting
  • Company-paid tax-free Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Company-paid life insurance
  • Company-paid disability insurance
  • Extensive training opportunity
  • Predictable work schedule
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About Greenlife Healthcare Staffing

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Greenlife Healthcare Staffing is a nationwide recruitment agency, matching both new grads and advanced practitioners to hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, multi-specialty groups, and private practices.

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Recruiting and staffing services

Company size

11 - 50 Employees

Headquarters location

New York, NY, US

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