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How much do flight nursing jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for flight nursing in Minnesota is $107,450.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $83,200.00 and $129,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a flight nurse?

Flight nurses are registered nurses who provide critical care to patients during air medical transport, such as in helicopters or fixed-wing aircraft. They are responsible for stabilizing and monitoring patients, administering medications, and assisting with emergency procedures while en route to medical facilities. Flight nurses work closely with paramedics, pilots, and other medical professionals to ensure safe and efficient patient care during transport. Their role requires advanced clinical skills, the ability to work in high-pressure environments, and specialized training in aeromedical operations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a flight nurse, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Flight Nurse, you need advanced clinical expertise in emergency and critical care, a nursing degree, RN licensure, and certifications such as CCRN, CEN, or CFRN. Familiarity with aeromedical equipment, patient transport protocols, and electronic health record systems is essential. Strong problem-solving, adaptability, and effective communication skills are vital for handling high-stress situations in unpredictable environments. These abilities ensure safe patient care and effective teamwork during critical air medical transports.

What are some common challenges flight nurses face during air medical transports?

Flight nurses often encounter unique challenges, such as working in confined and unpredictable environments, managing critically ill patients with limited resources, and adapting quickly to changing medical and weather conditions. The role requires strong problem-solving skills, effective communication with pilots and other crew members, and the ability to remain calm under pressure. Additionally, flight nurses must be prepared for irregular schedules and physically demanding tasks, making adaptability and resilience essential for success.

What is the difference between Flight Nursing vs Critical Care Nursing?

AspectFlight NursingCritical Care Nursing
CertificationsRN license, Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Flight Nurse certificationRN license, ACLS, PALS, Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN) certification
Work EnvironmentAir ambulance, helicopters, fixed-wing aircraft, emergency scenesHospitals, intensive care units (ICUs), emergency departments
Employer & IndustryAir medical services, hospitals, emergency response teamsHospitals, specialized ICUs, healthcare facilities

Flight Nursing involves providing emergency care during air transport, often in challenging environments, requiring specialized certifications. Critical Care Nursing focuses on caring for critically ill patients within hospital settings. While both roles demand advanced skills and certifications, Flight Nursing emphasizes aeromedical transport, whereas Critical Care Nursing is hospital-based.

Can you work for an airline as a flight nurse?

Flight nurses can work for airlines that operate medical transport services, often as part of specialized air ambulance or corporate flight teams. These roles typically require critical care experience, certifications such as CCRN or Flight Nurse Certification, and training in aviation safety and emergency procedures. Not all airlines employ flight nurses, so opportunities depend on the company's services and staffing needs.

How much money do flight nurses make?

Flight nurses typically earn between $70,000 and $100,000 annually, depending on experience, certifications, and location. They often work in high-stress environments requiring specialized skills and may receive additional pay for overtime, night shifts, or hazardous conditions.

What are popular job titles related to Flight Nursing jobs in Minnesota?

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Infographic showing various Flight Nursing job openings in Minnesota as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 60% Full Time, 18% Part Time, and 19% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $107,450 per year, or $51.7 per hour.

Trauma/Surgical Critical Care Advanced Practice Provider (Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner)

North Memorial Health

Robbinsdale, MN • On-site

$65.21 - $78.62/hr

Part-time

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Trauma/Surgical Critical Care Advanced Practice Provider (Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner), CPT North Memorial Health - Robbinsdale Hospital
Robbinsdale, MN
Posting Date: Aug 19 2026
Requisition Number: 514366
Become a Casual Part-time Trauma/Surgical Critical Care Advanced Practice Provider (Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner) at North Memorial Health!
If you're looking to join a team that works collaboratively, has a calling to empower patients to achieve their best health, and delivers unmatched patient service, you might be the next North Memorial Health Trauma/Surgical Critical Care Advanced Practice Provider (PA or NP).
When you join North Memorial Health, you'll have the opportunity to serve alongside a team that is collegial, supportive, and dedicated to health care excellence. What's more, we offer competitive pay and benefits in a community where we're deeply rooted.
Because we are independent, we think differently. Because of our size, we can be creative and agile. We started as a single hospital in 1954 by a doctor who had a vision for the future to do healthcare better, and we've picked that up and run with it. Can a health system make healthcare...healthier? We say yes because we're widely considered a leader in regional health care.
Our Trauma/Surgical Critical Care APPs work in collaboration and consultation with other physicians, other APPs, staff RNs, and other health care professionals, providing holistic, compassionate care to patients and their families and empowers them to achieve their best health. They are a member of an interdisciplinary team and facilitate continuum of care for patients from admission through the discharge process.
About our hospitals:
Robbinsdale Hospital - Celebrating its 25th year as a Level 1 Trauma Center, Robbinsdale Hospital is one of just six Level 1 Trauma Centers in the state with 20 operating room suites and a 353-bed tertiary hospital (518 licensed beds).
Maple Grove Hospital - Established in 2009, Maple Grove Hospital is a Level IV Trauma Center -138-bed community based acute care hospital, poised for growth, and recognized as a top hospital in the state for Women and Children Care, with a Level III NICU, and is the largest Family Birth Center in the state (~5,000 deliveries per year and over 50,000 babies delivered).
Why become a North Memorial Trauma/Surgical Critical Care APP?
Collaborative Collegial Work Environment
350+ care providers and 6,000+ team members that are dedicated to delivering a more connected experience for our patients
Competitive Compensation
Level-I Trauma Center
EPIC EMR System
It's not like a Minnesotan to brag, so don't take it from us. Take it from the ones who awarded us:
Robbinsdale Hospital and Maple Grove Hospital named to the 2022 Fortune/Merative 100 Top Hospitals® list.
Robbinsdale Hospital and Maple Grove Hospital named 2022 Women's Choice Award Best Hospitals list in nine categories, including top performance designation for Obstetrics.
Robbinsdale Hospital and Maple Grove Hospital received a score of 95 out of 100 and the designation of "LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Top Performer" in the Human Rights Campaign Foundation's 15th anniversary edition of the Healthcare Equality Index (HEI).
Robbinsdale Hospital boasts a CMS 4-Star Rating (of 5)
Maple Grove Hospital boasts a CMS 5-Star Rating (of 5) and has been in the top 5% of Press Gainey Patient Experience year after year.
Nationally accredited programs including:
Stroke Program
Heart and Vascular
Rehabilitation
Ambulance
Maternal Fetal Medicine
Sleep Medicine
Breast Cancer Center
Bariatric & Metabolic Weight Loss
1,600+ providers on medical staff
210+ employed APPs and 250+ employed APP
Ground and air transport that is one of the largest not-for-profit ambulance service programs in the country, with 115 ground-based ambulances and 7 emergency medical helicopter flight bases serving communities throughout Minnesota and Wisconsin
Two hospital, healthcare system that serves the north, central, and west communities in the Twin Cities metro area drawing referrals from Minnesota, parts of Wisconsin, Iowa and the Dakotas.
Position Qualifications
Physician Assistant
Current Minnesota Licensure as a Physician Assistant through the Minnesota Board of Medical Practice.
Physician Assistant Certification through National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
Two or more years' experience in a Physician Assistant role preferred but new graduates will also be considered and are encouraged to apply.
One or more years' experience in area of specialization preferred.
Valid DEA Registration
Nurse Practitioner
Current licensure as RN in State of Minnesota
ACNP (Acute Care Nurse Practitioner) Preferred
Current registration as a nurse practitioner with the MN Board of Nursing
Two or more years' experience in a Nurse Practitioner role preferred but new graduates will also be considered and are encouraged to apply.
One or more years' experience in area of specialization preferred.
Valid DEA Registration
Why should you build your career in Minnesota?
Minneapolis-St. Paul and Minnesota frequently top best-of lists when it comes to livability, owing to its mix of city and country life, world-class arts and culture, strong housing stock, stellar school systems, and amenities.
Minnesota is an outstanding place to raise a family, thanks to its affordability, safety, thriving economy, and a stellar public school system, from pre-K to post-doc.
It's also a culturally vibrant place, representing a diverse people in each clinic and hospital community, with the ability to connect, empower, and help each person achieve their best health. Each has their own atmosphere, needs, and community culture, and its diversity makes it an exciting place to serve patients and thrive in your personal life, too.
You can experience a day celebrating one of our home teams - Twins, Vikings, Timberwolves and Wild; take in a concert at historic First Avenue; enjoy the magnificent park system of 180 parks with 55 miles of biking and walking paths, 22 lakes, 12 gardens and, seven golf courses; see a play at the international recognized Guthrie Theater, and shop and play at the Mall of America.
Among one of the highest concentrations of corporate headquarters and research institutions in a major metro area, the Twin Cities area has a cosmopolitan spirit, a vibrant international community, and a broad range of cultural institutions. Music, theater, and world-class art, history, and culture museums thrive here.
Work Group: Non Contract
Hours per two week pay period: 00
Shift: Day/Evening/Night Variable
Weekend Requirement: Weekends As Needed
Call Requirement: None
Remote or On-site: On-site
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Benefit Eligibility: No
Salary Range:$65.21 - $78.62This range reflects hourly rate compensation. Pay for the selected candidate will vary based on FTE, experience, internal equity, and external market data.
Employment Sponsorship: Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Work visa sponsorship is not available for this position
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EEO/AA STATEMENT
North Memorial Health is an equal employment and affirmative action employer. North Memorial Health does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, creed, status with respect to public assistance, or other protected class status. North Memorial Health provides reasonable accommodation to disabled applicants and employees and takes affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and that employees are treated during employment, without regard to protected class status. If you believe that you have been treated in a way that does not conform to these statements, please contact our HR Service Center: JobApplicationAssistance@NorthMemorial.com. If you need a reasonable accommodation, due to a disability, or to assist with the application process, please contact our HR Service Center: JobApplicationAssistance@NorthMemorial.com.
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As a part of our obligations under law, we must develop a written Affirmative Action Program for Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans, as specified by law (AAP).
This AAP is available for inspection by applicants and employees in the Human Resources Office during normal business hours.
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